How do people own them?

[BirdGeeks]

Hello! I have been reading about Cockatoos(Mostly Goffin's) and I was wondering how people with full time jobs own them? Is it even possible to have a full time job and own a 'Too? Assuming the person lives alone/ has a spouse that also works full time?

 

[Owlet]

It's certainly possible especially if you live with other bird savvy people who can socialize them. If you're living alone though it would probably not be the best idea.

 

[Scott]

First things first, they own you! Cockatoo parronts exist to provide loving companionship and cater to their every whim and desire. Our parrot overlords issue work-passes to ensure the uninterrupted flow of funds to maintain their domain.

OK, that was a it of a joke, but you get the impression! I am a working person and am owned by 5 Goffins! My belief is cockatoos do best in flocks, or at least in pairs. I am away for 3 to 4 day intervals and have a support system at home to manage their care. A good deal of my days off are spent at home, hanging out with my fids.

While cockatoos are generically assumed to be neurotic and beyond, there is species and individual variation. Goffins are my favorite for size, reduced tendency for difficult behaviors, and clown-like personalities. Many folks prefer the Galah for temperament. Generally, and there are exceptions, Moluccans and Umbrellas are more problematic.

 

[BirdGeeks]

First things first, they own you! Cockatoo parronts exist to provide loving companionship and cater to their every whim and desire. Our parrot overlords issue work-passes to ensure the uninterrupted flow of funds to maintain their domain.

OK, that was a it of a joke, but you get the impression! I am a working person and am owned by 5 Goffins! My belief is cockatoos do best in flocks, or at least in pairs. I am away for 3 to 4 day intervals and have a support system at home to manage their care. A good deal of my days off are spent at home, hanging out with my fids.

Hello Scott! Thank you for replying! I forgot to add that I am baffled how people own multiple parrots and a Cockatoo! With how much attention 'toos need how would all the parrots get attention? This is assuming that the parrots would not be let out together. Just some questions I had.

 

[BirdGeeks]

My belief is cockatoos do best in flocks, or at least in pairs. I am away for 3 to 4 day intervals and have a support system at home to manage their care. A good deal of my days off are spent at home, hanging out with my fids.

If a cockatoo parront had one bird (Lets say a Goffins) had one bird but could not justify getting a second bird, what could they do? Sorry about the specific-ness of my questions but I've been reading through other threads on diffrent forums and these are questions I havent seen awnsered.

 

[Scott]

First things first, they own you! Cockatoo parronts exist to provide loving companionship and cater to their every whim and desire. Our parrot overlords issue work-passes to ensure the uninterrupted flow of funds to maintain their domain.

OK, that was a it of a joke, but you get the impression! I am a working person and am owned by 5 Goffins! My belief is cockatoos do best in flocks, or at least in pairs. I am away for 3 to 4 day intervals and have a support system at home to manage their care. A good deal of my days off are spent at home, hanging out with my fids.

Hello Scott! Thank you for replying! I forgot to add that I am baffled how people own multiple parrots and a Cockatoo! With how much attention 'toos need how would all the parrots get attention? This is assuming that the parrots would not be let out together. Just some questions I had.

I also have a Blue Front Amazon and Timneh Grey. Both are more independent and are satisfied with their level of engagement. The Grey lives with three of the Goffins, all uncaged. Both species respect boundaries.

 

[Scott]

My belief is cockatoos do best in flocks, or at least in pairs. I am away for 3 to 4 day intervals and have a support system at home to manage their care. A good deal of my days off are spent at home, hanging out with my fids.

If someone had a cockatoo parront had one bird (Lets say a Goffins) had one bird but could not justify getting a second bird, what could they do? Sorry about the specific-ness of my questions but I've been reading through other threads on diffrent forums and these are questions I havent seen awnsered.

That is the typical situation! Housing a cockatoo with abundant and challenging toys and teaching as much independence as possible is key. Allowing plenty of time to socialize with a cockatoo is vital. They are *not* aviary birds suitable for room decor!

 

[BirdGeeks]

In your opinion what would be the minimum amount of time per day to socialize with the 'too?

 

[Scott]

Generally at least a total of an hour or more of closeness. Quality of time is better than quantity. Having a bird out of the cage in the same room is different than giving direct attention such as cuddling, playing, or having on the shoulder.

 

[LordTriggs]

also to add with the multiple bird flock, they give each other attention and company, even if not best of friends they will be stimulated by each other's presence. Look at Scott's thread on his 2 more 'opinionated' Too's and how they're becoming good pals. To quote that famous movie "Life finds a way"

 

[Scott]

also to add with the multiple bird flock, they give each other attention and company, even if not best of friends they will be stimulated by each other's presence. Look at Scott's thread on his 2 more 'opinionated' Too's and how they're becoming good pals. To quote that famous movie "Life finds a way"

Thanks, a good thought!!

http://www.parrotforums.com/cockatoos/73827-goffin-citron-finally-meet-outside-cage.html (now inside the cage, happy as can be!)

 

[BirdGeeks]

also to add with the multiple bird flock, they give each other attention and company, even if not best of friends they will be stimulated by each other's presence. Look at Scott's thread on his 2 more 'opinionated' Too's and how they're becoming good pals. To quote that famous movie "Life finds a way"

In Scott's case they are both 'toos. What other species would be able to be housed together?(Considering size, diet and that they even like each other.)

 

[Siobhan]

It depends on the bird, really. They're individuals. Rocky is used to us being gone all day. It means he's very demanding when we ARE home, but he gets along without us when we're not.