In a series of PM of the last couple of years, I have been questions as to why I tend to be so Hard Hearted and a bunch of other terms regarding my less than kind words to those who far too quickly assume that all the Problems with the relationship they 'do not have' with their Parrots is the fault of the Parrot!
I have dealt with the Trashed Amazons, those left behind to die or to spend years in a back corner because their 'Owners' did not take the time to learn basics and more importantly: Have No Understanding What Forever Means!
The development of the Thread in the Amazon Forum "I Love Amazons - ..." targeted what needed to be known beyond what Birdman666 had written. The very first Segment of that very long Thread defined 'Why I Love Amazons." For the OP's use and you reading this I have included it below. But, prior to reading it, I want each of you to know that your Avian Vets are seeing an ever increasing number of young Parrots showing up 'STARVING!' The combination of 'stupid Breeders and stupid Owners' are killing and/or setting in place serious behavior problems! Things are getting worst!
I Love Amazons!
Over the years, I have enjoyed the company of the full cross-section of large parrots, nearly all well loved by their Owners. I am often asked; which is my favorite and without hesitation, I state that my favorite is that raucous group of Parrots know as Amazons. The common second question is: WHY Amazons? They are so difficult!
Difficult? What is so difficult about Amazons! At this point, the questioner commonly tells any number of stories of the much-fabled Flaming Hot Three, The Hormonal Maniacs, The Screaming Monsters, The Flesh Devouring Vampires, The Territorial Hoarders, and The Cruel Divider of Families. Stories, Stories and more Stories of that fabled New World Green Killer!
Then I begin asking questions ā commonly the bird or birds in question had been purchased on the quick and far more commonly, the cheap. The new owner was provided little or no information, let alone what constitutes a healthy meal or proper living quarters, then surprise, surprise the little green bundle turns into a Mass Murderer! It would be truly humorous, if not for the part where they dump the bird!
It must be a new fault in the Human personality or a recent failure in our rearing of Humans, which has resulted in the growing number of Humans that believe that life requires nothing more then simply wanting something for it to magically be that way. Possibly, itās the affect of the wonders of modern technology - that fresh from the box - instance gratification of extremely complicated technology that by simply adding batteries, plugging it in, or connection to the net and āIt Worksā! Gratifying our momentary want, before we whisk onto our next want. Whatever happened to actually having to work for something? Reality Check: Living Things do not function that way. Surprise, you have to work at having a āSuccessful Relationshipā with Living Things!
Amazons Are Simple! All you have to do is pay attention and they will clearly tell you what is working and what is not. Amazonās tell you like it is, no rouse, no guessing, no game playing, just to the point, the way it is! All we Humans have to do is to use only a small percentage of our enormous brains and simply be observant. How hard is that? You would think that we are asking a Human to cut-off their arms and legs!
That same Amazon, now having lived though the passing from one dead-end relationship after another, with stops between in those wonderful places called āHouse of Horrorsā or more commonly referred to as Pet Stores, can by luck or divine intervention find its way into a true home. You know, one of those seemly rare places in which individuals value each other and contribute to their abilities. There, that Green Mass Murderer, by great transformation, becomes the love of that familyās life. How can this be? A Vampire to a Lover, what Storybook can this be from?
There is no storybook - it is simply why I love Amazons. Through all the past miss-treatment with a little bit of love, understanding and observation they are the āCome Back Kidāsā of the Avian World. It can even occur in the same home that had defined that Amazon as the New World Green Killer. Is this possible? And, in the same home? Yes, a simple change on the part of the Humans and its time for the Lover to come forth!
Anyone that has known me for even a short period of time, know that I have a Love for Amazons. I Love the Feather, Flesh, that Amazon Scent, that heartwarming Blood of the Living Amazon, which does not require batteries and is not simply de-activated by pulling the plug or pushing the OFF button. I Love In Your Face Amazons! A Warm Blooded, Living, Reality Check, Everyday!
Put that latest greatest electrical gratification toys away, engage a living creature. You may just find that there is far more to life than that momentary gratification techno toy. Without engaging that living creature, such a statement would never be possible.
Amazons are not toys! And Fools are justly rewarded for their self-centered stupidity. Let the Fools write their stores, with hope it will keep other Fools from thinking that their next toy should be an Amazon!
Amazonsā Have More Fun! And, the brighter, more open, Loving Humans quickly find that to be true! Individuals who are successfully Owned by an Amazon are the kind of People that I have always found to be a True Joy being around!
There is no question in my mind that: Amazonās Rule!
To those many here on Parrot Forums that Love and Care for your Parrots: Thank-You, from the bottom of my Heart!
I have dealt with the Trashed Amazons, those left behind to die or to spend years in a back corner because their 'Owners' did not take the time to learn basics and more importantly: Have No Understanding What Forever Means!
The development of the Thread in the Amazon Forum "I Love Amazons - ..." targeted what needed to be known beyond what Birdman666 had written. The very first Segment of that very long Thread defined 'Why I Love Amazons." For the OP's use and you reading this I have included it below. But, prior to reading it, I want each of you to know that your Avian Vets are seeing an ever increasing number of young Parrots showing up 'STARVING!' The combination of 'stupid Breeders and stupid Owners' are killing and/or setting in place serious behavior problems! Things are getting worst!
I Love Amazons!
Over the years, I have enjoyed the company of the full cross-section of large parrots, nearly all well loved by their Owners. I am often asked; which is my favorite and without hesitation, I state that my favorite is that raucous group of Parrots know as Amazons. The common second question is: WHY Amazons? They are so difficult!
Difficult? What is so difficult about Amazons! At this point, the questioner commonly tells any number of stories of the much-fabled Flaming Hot Three, The Hormonal Maniacs, The Screaming Monsters, The Flesh Devouring Vampires, The Territorial Hoarders, and The Cruel Divider of Families. Stories, Stories and more Stories of that fabled New World Green Killer!
Then I begin asking questions ā commonly the bird or birds in question had been purchased on the quick and far more commonly, the cheap. The new owner was provided little or no information, let alone what constitutes a healthy meal or proper living quarters, then surprise, surprise the little green bundle turns into a Mass Murderer! It would be truly humorous, if not for the part where they dump the bird!
It must be a new fault in the Human personality or a recent failure in our rearing of Humans, which has resulted in the growing number of Humans that believe that life requires nothing more then simply wanting something for it to magically be that way. Possibly, itās the affect of the wonders of modern technology - that fresh from the box - instance gratification of extremely complicated technology that by simply adding batteries, plugging it in, or connection to the net and āIt Worksā! Gratifying our momentary want, before we whisk onto our next want. Whatever happened to actually having to work for something? Reality Check: Living Things do not function that way. Surprise, you have to work at having a āSuccessful Relationshipā with Living Things!
Amazons Are Simple! All you have to do is pay attention and they will clearly tell you what is working and what is not. Amazonās tell you like it is, no rouse, no guessing, no game playing, just to the point, the way it is! All we Humans have to do is to use only a small percentage of our enormous brains and simply be observant. How hard is that? You would think that we are asking a Human to cut-off their arms and legs!
That same Amazon, now having lived though the passing from one dead-end relationship after another, with stops between in those wonderful places called āHouse of Horrorsā or more commonly referred to as Pet Stores, can by luck or divine intervention find its way into a true home. You know, one of those seemly rare places in which individuals value each other and contribute to their abilities. There, that Green Mass Murderer, by great transformation, becomes the love of that familyās life. How can this be? A Vampire to a Lover, what Storybook can this be from?
There is no storybook - it is simply why I love Amazons. Through all the past miss-treatment with a little bit of love, understanding and observation they are the āCome Back Kidāsā of the Avian World. It can even occur in the same home that had defined that Amazon as the New World Green Killer. Is this possible? And, in the same home? Yes, a simple change on the part of the Humans and its time for the Lover to come forth!
Anyone that has known me for even a short period of time, know that I have a Love for Amazons. I Love the Feather, Flesh, that Amazon Scent, that heartwarming Blood of the Living Amazon, which does not require batteries and is not simply de-activated by pulling the plug or pushing the OFF button. I Love In Your Face Amazons! A Warm Blooded, Living, Reality Check, Everyday!
Put that latest greatest electrical gratification toys away, engage a living creature. You may just find that there is far more to life than that momentary gratification techno toy. Without engaging that living creature, such a statement would never be possible.
Amazons are not toys! And Fools are justly rewarded for their self-centered stupidity. Let the Fools write their stores, with hope it will keep other Fools from thinking that their next toy should be an Amazon!
Amazonsā Have More Fun! And, the brighter, more open, Loving Humans quickly find that to be true! Individuals who are successfully Owned by an Amazon are the kind of People that I have always found to be a True Joy being around!
There is no question in my mind that: Amazonās Rule!
To those many here on Parrot Forums that Love and Care for your Parrots: Thank-You, from the bottom of my Heart!
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