What to do when you get a new cockatiel?
Before bringing your new cockatiel home, make sure that you have the cage set up and ready. Place food containers on the floor and some near perches so that your new bird can choose where it wants to eat. When you first let the cockatiel out into his cage, he may fly around wildly at first, before settling on a perch.
How does a cockatiel interact with a human?
Cockatiels are highly social birds who enjoy interaction with humans. How you interact with your cockatiel in the first few days after bringing him home will directly impact the type of bond you will share with your new feathered friend.
What kind of Cage do you need for a cockatiel?
Click here to read about what sort of cages will suit a cockatiel. Place food containers on the floor and some near perches so that your new bird can choose where it wants to eat. Make sure the food isn’t placed directly under a perch, or the cockatiel’s droppings will land up in its food.
How can I get my cockatiel to say hello?
Try saying ‘hello’ as you come in the door and ‘bye-bye’ as you leave and your cockatiel will relate those words with gestures. Eventually, with repetition, your cockatiel will start saying the words back to you. Believe it or not, cockatiels are also quite rhythmical.
Before bringing your new cockatiel home, make sure that you have the cage set up and ready. Place food containers on the floor and some near perches so that your new bird can choose where it wants to eat. When you first let the cockatiel out into his cage, he may fly around wildly at first, before settling on a perch.
Cockatiels are highly social birds who enjoy interaction with humans. How you interact with your cockatiel in the first few days after bringing him home will directly impact the type of bond you will share with your new feathered friend.
Click here to read about what sort of cages will suit a cockatiel. Place food containers on the floor and some near perches so that your new bird can choose where it wants to eat. Make sure the food isn’t placed directly under a perch, or the cockatiel’s droppings will land up in its food.
Try saying ‘hello’ as you come in the door and ‘bye-bye’ as you leave and your cockatiel will relate those words with gestures. Eventually, with repetition, your cockatiel will start saying the words back to you. Believe it or not, cockatiels are also quite rhythmical.
When to start finger training a new cockatiel?
It is recommended that you let your new cockatiel get used to his new surroundings for a week or so before starting to finger train him. You can offer him food in your hand for the first week so that he can start getting used to you and learn to trust you.
What was my first experience with a cockatiel?
My first experience with a cockatiel was when I was a young teenager, starting out down my neighborhood street for a walk. I was astonished to hear a unique bird call—like a parrot, or a tropical bird, I thought—so I followed my ears to a pigeon-sized gray bird who was pecking at gravel in the gutter. He ran towards me when I came closer.
Which is the best cockatiel to buy as a pet?
It is best to buy cockatiels who are already finger-tamed because they’ve been hand-fed as babies. These cockatiels are the ones who already know they want attention from people, and they will be that much closer to trying to imitate you when you talk or whistle, because communicating with you is important to them.
Why do cockatiels get cranky when they get home?
We’ve found it’s worst when we get home after being gone all day, because our cockatiels feel they deserve a “hello” from each family member before they can settle down and be quiet. Cockatiels also get cranky when they are hungry, and their voices take on a whiny, shrill edge.
What does it mean when a cockatiel is molting?
Molting is when they “shed” their old feathers and grow new ones. You may notice that there are sometimes more feathers at the bottom of the cage than at other times. This is because your cockatiel is shedding its old feathers and growing new ones.
When to let a cockatiel out of his cage?
When you first let the cockatiel out into his cage, he may fly around wildly at first, before settling on a perch. Leave the cockatiel on its own for an hour or so to get accustomed to its new surroundings without having to deal with the distraction of having you watching it all the time.
How long does it take for a cockatiel baby to hatch?
Their parents take them under their wing and keep them warm and well-fed. It’s amazing how fast they grow. In just six to eight short weeks, they are fully grown and ready for a loving home. It takes anywhere from 18–23 days for cockatiel eggs to incubate.
Is it easier to tame a hand reared cockatiel?
Hand-reared birds will generally be easier to tame, and if you have bought a young cockatiel, it will also be a faster process. The more time you spend in the company of your cockatiel each day, the shorter the training period will need to be.
Which is the best cockatiel for a first time owner?
Cockatiels are an ideal choice for a first-time bird owner. They are a smaller bird with a big personality. Males are more vocal and often learn to whistle and talk, but either sex bonds affectionately to their owner as a loving companion. Finding a baby cockatiel who is just weaned is the ideal scenario as they adjust quickly to new surroundings.
