Posted: Wed Nov 07, 2012 7:07 am Post subject: handling
My bird has started to land on me regularly and tries to "taste" my bare skin. He hasn't drawn blood but gives quite a nip which causes me to shout ouch. I don't withdraw but the shout usually puts him off. Any other hints on how to prevent this nipping would be . Thanks
Stop this early.. u are 'alphar male' of the flock, u make the rules.
In flocks there is a sharp definate growl, telling off, do the same... a deep slow, controled no "No" in his face, and mean it.
failing that quick retailation , knock on the beak....
Make it short, quick and move on.
tasting is the intial, after that it is a game, and establishing rank.
Birds, cats , dogs and children, even staff do it...let it go and u loose control. _________________ My Spelling is Not Incorrect...It's 'Creative'
Excellent selection of words..
yes taming is all about trust, what most peoiple dont get is both thust and "respect" go hand in hand. _________________ My Spelling is Not Incorrect...It's 'Creative'
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