10 Things Birds Hate About Humans!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

A Captive Parrot does not HATE, but can become Territorial, Hormonal, and Fear their owner. All can lead to undesirable behaviors such as Biting, Screaming, Mutilating, and so much more.💚 #SaveaParrot #AdoptDontShop

[@glorioskey]

My 41 year old umtoo loved you!

[@r.s.s.6601]

Hello April, I'm only just seeing this clip now. What an AMAZING....INFORMATIVE. ... and so NECESSARY VIDEO CLIP!!! Thank you for all your time that you have given to this world in trying to make a safer and more caring, compassionate and worth repeating....NECESSARY VIDEO for all to view. God Bless you!!!😷🐾🐾🦜🦜🕊🕊🙏🏻🙏🏻🎄🎄🙂🐾🐾

[@constancestandley9017]

I have a 27 year old African Grey who recently became a plucker when he took a tumble from the top of his 6' tall cage to the bottom while hanging upside down. He had his left wing amputated as a baby at the flight joint due to a vet clipping him too short! Anyway, he got a hematoma under the armpit and began plucking. He's been in a e-collar now for a month. Yesterday was the first day out and went straight away back to plucking! I do hope I can get him back off of this. I can't find ways to get him on FRESH veggies. He hates them. He's on Harrison Coarse, Lafeber's Classic Nutri Berries. He also eats some fruits and chicken. TOYS are truly difficult to find now that Foster and Smith have gone out of business. I'm having trouble finding toys that aren't made in the USA where I can trust the dyes and the metals. Do you have any suggestions for me? We don't even have an AVIAN vet in our state. Noah has been blessed to have a mom who is an Animal Behaviorist and Wildlife rehabber. Thanks. Connie in SD

[@jenniferboan2370]

@@constancestandley9017 parrots r us have fantastic toys in U.S. Check them out on instagram!

[@officialegemen]

Crazy parrot lady

[@dariaelenasirbu7897]

let's appreciate that she was bitten by her parrots to show us what's good for our parrots and what's not,also THANK YOU

[@chaoticandrew5983]

"parrots HATE wobbly arms" me, a person with hand tremors: OH NO

[@seizure_warning7656]

I feel you

[@adskdhkkkkgfghjj5991]

So that's why birds don't come near me when i try to feed them ? I'm devastated 😭

[@MaynardsSpaceship]

Perhaps they would feel safer on your shoulders or on top of your head? I believe I've seen people use these perch things that extend from you, and that may be a more stable option.

[@birddaddydetta]

I have birds and this is a problem for me lol

[@Strawebbie]

What my two birds don’t like: Being together Being apart Being fed Not being fed Being pet Not being pet. Edit: nvm they died

[@HandleOfGuy123]

Lmao same everytime I will feed my bird he is like "so you have chosen death"

[@luluandfriends9343]

Ikr, like when we don't feed our parrot, he is like WHYYYYY. But when we do feed him he bites us

[@rainbowcakeunicorn5432]

Ha yeah

[@waqasahmed939]

Mine was perfectly happy with a filthy cage, and only a swing as a toy. I cleaned it weekly, and every time I did, he squawked at me, and then got super happy when I brought it back after cleaning it He also didn't care for ANY toys except his swing. So we spent lots of money on toys, and he's like "I just like the swing" Ok then lol He hated being touched too, but loved going on my shoulder

[@erronblack6579]

When you edit it.. you dont need to say edit: Just say the wordno

[@killerqueenisbestmanneko8419]

"Stop molesting your parrots, you guys" Amazing quote

[@ally-nb1cx]

what if he signs the consent form 🤔

[@dova3050]

What’s the parrot age of consent 🤔

[@nolongerusing7430]

What's the parrot equivalent of the FBI?

[@F_K01]

@@nolongerusing7430 PBI

[@justsomeguywithoutamustach5573]

@@dova3050 one or to

[@glitchedgaminggold2152]

Me who doesn’t even own a bird: 📝

[@noreenpk8649]

I rescued a Severe Macaw. She hates toys, she does love car rides though. It's been over a month now and she haaatteess hands. She is so scared it's sad. We put her in the car in her carrier and she loves it. She loves our puppy, she doesn't bite him or move away from him.

[@ElevenDollarCheese]

I hear you. Bought a 3 yr old female cockatiel that was returned to the store. Have a feeling she had rough owners, because after 6 months she still is scared of hands. Even though I got her stick trained after a while, and she's obsessed with sitting on my shoulder, she absolutely goes onto a panic at the sight of a finger.

[@r.j.whitaker]

You are a better Mom to your birds than most humans are to their children.

[@rund3306]

One of my parakeets just randomly started to go in my shirt lol and loves it

[@1KITIG]

a good tip is to have planty of clean bowls in the cabinet so even if you’re in a rush you can just quickly change their bowls twice a day! can’t understand some of those people who doesn’t get how dangerous it is for your birds to not get their nutrients and consume bacteria...

[@dmreddragon6]

I've seen/known people that do this with all types of pets.This is so sad to witness. When I see it, I'll get the pet fresh water myself.

[@dudemorris7769]

She should be using stainless steel bowls herself as the plastic ones harbor bacteria & can be cheered and swallowed by your birds. Most cages come with 2 to 4 bowls and you can buy extra sets. We have 8 bowls and use 6 a day, 2 change outs with breakfast & dinner & have bowls that go with their play stands that also have fresh water and tops pellets in them in case they want to chew on something when they are moving around.

[@spiritmatter1553]

That poor bird in the dirty cage with no toys! That's torture! I hope you give us an update when the bird is liberated. I'm afraid that with an owner who already allows this bad situation, they could clean the cage and put in toys just to get you off their back, and easily revert to their old habits if you're not around. I'm a pet sitter and it bothers me when people don't have extra food and water dishes for their animals. You have to have extras that you can swap out and wash. Others scoop their cats' litter boxes only once a week. Boxes should be scooped once or twice a day. I feel especially bad when the kitty is forced to repeatedly step into a dirty box....and they have kids. You've done a great service with this video.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

The owners say he destroys his toys and just keeps making messes. It's a sad situation and so many out htere like this one. I will keep working on the amazon. Thank you for watching.

[@tarajh]

Yeah, that was hard to watch.

[@prettypleasewithsugarontop4858]

💯

[@MrJdubz100]

If you want to provide me with their address I can stop by with Slammy my 5 pound sledge hammer and give that owner an attitude adjustment.

[@nonakabyrd5759]

I just don't have the patience for bird care...So really enjoy watching your very conscious and empathetic caring for healthy and happy birds.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

It isn't for everyone that's for sure. Many people don't realize it until after they bought a bird and that is what I hope to prevent with these videos. Thank you for watching and your comment.💚

[@halimakimathi4189]

Yeah same. 🐔 chickehs are the only bird for me. They are durable and act like dogs. Small birds annoy me with their: •meticulous care •loud sqwaking •biting •constant fear or everything, • them always being traumatized @ pet store. Ect Its annoying. I rather watch other people experience happy moments with these birds and never see the irritating work.

[@manmonster3932]

Damn. I just realized how bad I am at taking care of my parrot xD. This sure has helped me learn a lot.

[@MrJdubz100]

Glad that you learned a lot but sad for your parrot.

[@lucky_q704]

I didn’t know u weren’t soposed to pet ur bird on its back, stomach and wings. Thanks for the info in this video!!

[@rickandrews8707]

I have a female cockatoo I have had for 19 years. I got her at 7 months old. She has never bitten me. Maybe because I was lucky to get a bird with a nice personality or possibly because she will push me away with her foot or her beak if she does not want to do something or be petted and I respect her wishes and don't push it. Yes, she can be loud but not very often. I have noticed that she will get grumpy at sundown when her internal clock says it is bedtime. If I don't put her to bed then she will start screeching eventually. I must turn off the lights in the room and she wants the cage covered. If I leave even the front of the cage uncovered, she will call to me to come over and cover it. Then she will go to sleep. She does love her cage and I keep the door open with a rope perch that connects from the cage door around to the side of the cage. I work from home so this is possible. The only time I close and lock the cage door is if I go out of the house with my wife. Since Cockatoo’s are in the cavity nesters family, I made her a cave by cutting up milk bone medium dog biscuit boxes on the play top of her cage. It took 3 and make an L shaped cave by cutting and tapping them together, which she loves and spends hours each day playing in there. She loves to tear up the dog biscuits instead of wooden toys. They are much cheaper. (Get 330 for $11.) She takes the biscuits into the cave and tears them up. Every couple of weeks I empty it out and give the remains to the wild birds outside. (She does not eat them.) She wants to go in the shower with me, so I put another shower curtain rod up inside the the shower above me head about about 6 inches. Those small stick on perches kept falling off and this gives her the whole range to walk up and down the rod. Try it!! My desk is right beside her cage and when she is ready she will come over to me for a pet and a nap in my lap. She is my best friend next to my wife. She is healthy, no feather picking etc.. Rick

[@M_SC]

Sounds like you communicate well, how lovely.

[@mychal251]

Could I see a pic of the cave you made for her out of the boxes? I buy those medium size milk dog bones as well, would like to make one for my flock..

[@wordzmyth]

What a great life you have for your bird and for yourselves

[@alliwright604]

You are such a beautiful person and parrot advocate. The way you speak, your intonation really makes me FEELfor the birds 🦜🦜🦜 I already feel and care deeply for my beautiful conure. I have done a year’s research before taking on the massive lifelong commitment. I imagine people who aren’t naturally empathetic, after watching even part of only one of your episodes couldn’t help but feel for these guys!!! Thank you, love from Vancouver, BC❤❤❤🦜

[@bjornstromberg4481]

I used to have a cockatiel that hated *all* showers and misting, and didn't take baths when a shallow bowl was available. Managed to realize he absolutely loved being blow dried (!) though, so that became a decent substitute. Used lowest heat at a distance, with a guaranteed teflon-free dryer mind you. Little guy would stretch his wings and try to preen himself everywhere at once.

[@splitdragon3004]

My bird likes to get out of its cage and sleep with my cat and dog. It depends on the bird. You SHOULD introduce them slowly but regularly if possible to reduce stress between all of your animals. Your bird will let you know if it absolutely doesnt want to be friends. But a lot of a time they are curious and want to k ow your cat or dog, just keep them supervised at all times. Large dogs tend to be more gentle with birds and realize they are fragile, cats however still get annoyed and get excited if the bird moves quickly so it's still best to keep cats away.

[@shadowbonbon3]

So sad my cat won’t get to see a pet bird

[@smorisch]

I watched one of my cats kill an outside bird. She's not allowed around the indoor birds.

[@alexandrepenicheiro2194]

My cat tolerates my birds. She actually protects their cage from other people or animals. But still i don't like to test her instincts letting her alone with my birds out of the cage. Notes: My cat used to be a stray My birds are not afraid of her while they are in the cage. Other than that i prefer not to test it.

[@MrJdubz100]

That still doesn’t change the fact that cats and dogs harbor bacteria that can easily kill a bird. Its best not to test it.

[@CinfulArts]

My grandma bought two budgies and she mistreats them so much. They’re constantly locked in their cage and when they do try to take them out they grab them so that only their heads are sticking out, I’ve seen the cage and the bottom is littered in bird poop and eventually one of the budgies died and I’m guessing it’s because of the way it was treated.

[@ranulfogutierrez2969]

Is it ok if my birds love being held like only with their heads out? I don’t harrase them or squish them.......I grab them SO jentle. PS. Their buggies

[@user-10021]

Budgies die very fast because of the breeding methods. It’s the same as puppy mills

[@internalscreaming2763]

@@ranulfogutierrez2969 if they’re not struggling to get out and have never been against you holding them like that then it’s okay

[@ranulfogutierrez2969]

@@internalscreaming2763 ohh tysm 😊

[@waqasahmed939]

Holy hell. That's awful. In Pakistan, I saw a budgie and a green parrot (Senegalese?) , and they were basically locked in an incredibly tiny cage. They didn't even chirp. It was like they were super depressed. We had a MUCH bigger cage just for our budgie in the UK, and he was let out every day at about 9am. He was very considerate too. He wouldn't make much of a fuss of being let out, if he thought you were also napping on the bed in the living room. He also disliked my dad, because he'd chase him around the room, so we used to get him in his cage before he was there and then after he left, the little birb was like "He's gone. You can let me out now" with his little dance on the front of the cage.

[@Elevendyeleven]

Ive seen a video of a grey yelling at the cat "Shhh. Shut up fool!"

[@masterkaruna4013]

I would much prefer it if people stopped buying birds, but spent time looking out their windows to appreciate the birds outside!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

🙌

[@coffeenair]

Well the thing is, birds who are bred for sale can’t survive outside. So where would all the birds go?

[@stephaniebock1016]

@@coffeenair if noone would buy birds this industry wouldnt exist. If people buy less birds they will breed less birds jts easy as that. We need to adopt the ones who are already here but finally stop shopping for birds so one day there will be no birds for sale anymore

[@dianasaur2131]

Definitely need to have time to be interacting with fluffmuffin pals and involve them in much of what you do. I love my wild birds too and some of them are really quite tame now just because I sit out a lot and feed them.

[@debbietampasheher3682]

Yeeesssssss

[@CenerothXaris]

General rule I tend to tell people is simply: "Put yourself in their shoes and question if you'd like it.". Would you like being constantly exposed to a tiger with nothing to defend yourself? Would you like to just be pulled up when you sit somewhere?

[@KitanaFaye]

A happy parrot means you keepums your fingers!!. ♡︎♡︎♡︎

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

☺

[@jeanipin3430]

You are amazing, your birds are great. They are a lot of work by the look of things, must keep you busy all the day. Love birds, anything with fur or feathers and quills etc. I have had wonderful budgies, female was my soulmate, even my hateful sister said she couldn't believe the close relatonship we had. Male we adopted from a home for the blind which had to close. I was told he was 2 when we picked him up, we had him for 12 years believe it or not. He was the sweetest little thing. When he died, I knew it was coming, I sat and held him through the night, he passed as soon as daylight broke, broke my heart but felt good he had a good and loved life. Bless your heart young lady, stay safe luv'n'hugs x

[@travelbird4644]

We are new family to a beautiful 15 year old umbrella cockatoo. We did a lot of research but we continue to learn more every day. Videos like this are helpful . Thank you !

[@pintobeanhead8566]

Yes I've evolved from my ancestors Like microraptor They can glide VELOCIRAPTOR Can't glide but can jump very high

[@digitaldazzle5836]

Evolutionism is the dumbest and most dangerous religion in the history of planet Earth.

[@splitdragon3004]

@@digitaldazzle5836 well. It's not a religion. It's a scientific fact. People that believe in God AND refuse science are the true dangerous ones

[@dusky1102]

@@digitaldazzle5836 😒

[@digitaldazzle5836]

@@splitdragon3004 . Religion: a set of beliefs concerning the cause, nature, and purpose of the universe. (Random House Webster's College Dictionary)...... that is the religion of Evolution(ism). Science is observable, testable, and repeatable.... therefore "Evolutionism is not scientific at all. Only pseudoscience.

[@splitdragon3004]

@@digitaldazzle5836 incorrect. Multiple species have been observed evolving including human beings. Science is based around facts and patterns while religion is based on words from before anyone today was alive with no proof that it happened other than "because they said so."

[@irisklok7169]

Good I knew it before, but thank you for making people aware, good luck to VC, how did her appointment go ?

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you! VC's appointment is at 3pm today. 💚

[@irisklok7169]

@@ParrotPlayhouseChannel oh yes I forgot the time zone difference, good luck I hope all goes well, you got my support through highs and lows .

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you❤🙏🏼

[@prettypleasewithsugarontop4858]

I haven’t had a bird before single dog mom here but loved every minute of this video. And think it great your doing such a through job of educating current and future bird owners. Really appreciated.

[@xlife.lightx]

I got a little cockatiel that isn't tame. He doesn't like going out of his cage and would bite us if we show our hands. Even with that, we managed to play with him, gave him a big cage so he doesn't feel squished, we talk and sing to him and he loves that! I would love to take him out of the cage sometimes but he's too old to be tame. Even with that, we manage to make him live happily! ^^ (he's 10 years old now and it's really impressive! :D)

[@rainbowcakeunicorn5432]

:D

[@Jerepasaurus]

FYI, cockatiels can live 20-30 years.

[@prettypleasewithsugarontop4858]

Good for both ya guys

[@MrJdubz100]

Ten years is not old for a cockatiel just so you know. 30 is. 10 is nothing.

[@artisticfreak9892]

I would love to give my birds a full roll of paper towel they'd have so much fun with that

[@palemoogle3049]

I adopted my birds and they trust me but they definitely don't like me doing anything but talking to them.

[@atisuryo7726]

So wonderful person

[@Dawn-ro2qb]

Thanks for this video. I have a 18 year old rescue male cockatiel that I adopted 9 years ago. It’s fun to watch all of the funny bird videos on KZbin but they don’t usually show the downside. Good safe food, fresh daily veggies, time, cleaning and vet care. A visit to a vet can be over a hundred dollars plus medication. They are also emotional and will bite. (guaranteed) So many of them end up passed on or dying or in a shelter. Please don’t get one unless you can invest the time, money and understanding that you will have this bird for many many years.

[@steveniwasiuk6348]

luved ur vid, those birds love you, keep up the great work.

[@gloriastiehl2905]

Thanks for your great video!! Very informative!!🕊🕊😍😍💕💕🥰🥰🧡🧡👍👍😂😂

[@ghostly7658]

“this is victoria the cockatoo preening herself” victoria going crazy: 0:07

[@kitkat2999]

my last parrot was kept in a rusty, poop encrusted cage, sometimes with very little or no food and slimey water. at the PET STORE. because of this treatment she ended up with renal disease and died shortly after her second hatchday :( I feel so blessed to have met her and I hope the short time she had with me was good. good bye, little love of my life. I will miss her always

[@catherinegirard8339]

Thank you for this vid, I didn't know it was so disrespecful to touch em on the wings and all 🥵 I feel a little guilty about that.

[@dmreddragon6]

I knew a Macaw (in a pet store), and he really enjoyed neck, and under wing gentle scratches. Maybe it is different since he is a he.

[@MrJdubz100]

Yes they enjoy it because its turning them on…it makes them hormonal. Its not that it irritates them.

[@adrievandijk]

Thank you for this information. I wrote it all down. I have no bird myself, but I love birds, especially parrots and cockatoo's. The big ones. I hope Vicky is doing well. Give her a hug from me.

[@bigbirdbirdbird]

love the picture at the end 😂🥰 thanks for taking the time to educate people about their birds. All feather babies deserve to be happy!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you for watching!! It was fun to make!!

[@dg.262]

Someone left their parrots cage filthy. No clean water and the food was disgusting. How do people get away with this? It makes me very sad. * You should be applauded for this video. The portion of the video about inappropriate touching of parrots bodies is particularly important for people to be mindful about...you are so right. Touching Cockatiels and Cockatoos ~ all birds~ can lead to them suffering and their death. Birds/animals should never knowingly suffer because of humans. Thank you very much for an excellent video. I 🐦💕

[@dkr43]

This video was sooooooooo good! I really got it because of your live examples of bad parrot parenting. Sorry about the bites but your awful actions really illustrated what not to do! Please do more videos on body language, food, toys, etc. You really get information across. I have a cockatoo so I hope you teach us more about how to live with them.

[@grannysharp772]

I bought budgies for my Conure. I noticed when I’d return from an appt or errand he would squat down, wings slightly out and vibrate with a stance that he was going to fly toward me. Since he now has budgies he no longer does that. He says Jacob birdie when I come home. The budgies wake up and stretch and sing at that time too. Only wish I could touch my Conure. He was a rehome. The previous owner sold him to the pet shop here in town telling them he was mean. He was in a small cage, no toys and one long hardened leather thing the hung down about 8” and he slept in the top part that was curled. We get along well but he loves to bite my hands if I’m not careful. Glad he understands English.

[@jodieowrey8434]

Bird Tricks has some great training videos that help to build trust between you and your bird. They are here on KZbin as well.

[@NoMamescuh]

Ks

[@kikihowe4799]

I have a Sun Conure and she almost killed my budgie so I rehomed him ....and to keep her company ..I have a Canary who loves to sing but doesn’t need to come out of his cage .....

[@grannysharp772]

@@kikihowe4799 My budgies are never out and if they are for some odd reason my Conure is caged with a cover. He bites toes. I’m so sorry this happened to your little budgie.

[@rhondavroman5191]

Awee... Victoria is Beautiful 💜 i have a 6 years old Umbrella Cockatoo I hand raised named Jake. He so well balanced. He's an only child and I'm a stay at home mom... I enjoy cooking for him, spending our days together and it might sound crazy, but I enjoy cleaning his room and cage.. I could never let his cage get so dirty like the ones in the video. How could anyone neglect their bird that way..its heartbreaking... This is the first video I found of yours and I subscribed 😊 the video was great !

[@nunu_anime3058]

Rusty and dirty cages without toys are indeed a big issue. I have two cockatils, just one loves to cuddle. But both are flying to me if I'm calling for them. I love your birds, you know a lot about having such pets at home and how to make them happy.

[@jenniferallen7259]

Great information and Video, April! Loved it! Hope VC is doing well, can't wait for the update. Omg she was too stinkin cute when you were rubbing her head! Thanks so much! 😊😍💓

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you so much! I felt inspired to make this video and went for it. VC hit a 10 on cute in this video! I will update everyone here on my comment page once I get her settled after the appointment. 💚💚

[@birgitm5379]

Great video! So informativ and entertaining at the same time! Victoria is so unbelievable cute. She has stolen my heart!💖 Baby is enjoying the shower. He looks even cuter when he is wet!😍 Puffy don't bite your Mama!😂 I love your video. 💖💖💖

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Glad you enjoyed it! Haha! The Puffman loves to see me jump when he bites. It's so hard not to give him a reaction because he is so funny!

[@MrJdubz100]

Your Puffman is just like my first parrot, my 14 year old Senegal Clicks. She can be quite nippy but is pretty comical and friendly overall. She has a nasty habit of flying after people when they are in my room and landing on them in order to bite their necks and faces. I keep her in the cage when I have guests in my room (Like a few hours per month haha) just because I would be devastated if someone swatted her or something either on accident or on purpose.

[@The6thelement9413]

Thank you for these reminders. I’ve owned parrots for 25 years and had to learn like you, even though I do research when bringing any pet into my home. I hope your video prevents some of the abuse I have seen.

[@sandymetz8527]

I love how much you love your birds, so glad you’re out there for them. Great video and very informative, although, I will say of any animal lover most of these should be common sense but we all know some just don’t have that ability. Which is why your video was necessary, thx for sharing.

[@birdsmariaandsunshinetv9899]

I have two beautiful parakeets they are not trained and it’s very hard for me to train them.. I clean my bird cage twice a week and they have lots of toys and fresh water

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

You are a wonderful bird mom💚

[@waqasahmed939]

Mine somewhat trained himself, except for the that one night where he decided he didn't want to go back into his cage and then squawked at me to close the bird cage, when he was finally a bit tired, and jumped onto his little swing. He was however only fond of just his swing, and literally nothing else.

[@st.michaelthearchangel7774]

Wow. Greats tips! You definitely know what you are doing.

[@Linda-qq5mg]

Thank you for a great video with lots of important information.

[@angelinafoster8747]

I've been watching so many of these videos recently because I live in Brazil, and I have an aunt who does NOT know how to take care of her parrot. The poor little guy is all couped up in the smallest, dirtiest cage I've ever seen! I'm trying to learn as much as I can about them because I took pity on the bird. My aunt says he bites her too much so she never takes him out of his cage! I don't know much about parrots, but I know that they should be free and flying around. Its thanks to videos like yours where I can gather information on animals and try and help as much as possible as it is my passion. Thank you.

[@jewelsbarbie]

You should share some of these videos with your aunt. It sounds like she just doesn’t know any better. Hopefully with education, she will make necessary changes for her parrot. 🦜💗

[@madellinetriana2681]

Wow you have alot of birds & they are so beautiful. Again thank you for all you did to help everyone learn.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you so much❤

[@bryan8602]

If people don't think a poop-covered cage is an issue, ask them if they would like to live in a cage for a week with no toilet. I can't believe that has to be a tip, but I guess it has to be said. Great video!

[@pattythrower5700]

Our cockatoo loves our dogs her choice she flies down to them all the time, passes them treats, spins and plays with them we live in Australia, the wild cockatoos etc are all pretty tame they know where to get water and come visit. We also have wild galahs, king parrots, eaters rosellas, rainbow lorikeet as well as the best magpies with their beautiful singing

[@Crew9t]

You know a lot about birds, more than I could ever hope to know. I definitely never knew about not touching your bird on its back, and I was literally raised in a household that never had any less than four or five parrots at any given moment. My mom frequently fostered parrots, or would rescue them until she found a permanent home. Plus we had two parrots that were our personal pets as well. I do have a question though. You said that birds don’t like the family dog or cat, they just act like they do because it’s instinctual for them to not show fear. Is there any possibility that this could be a product of the environment? For example if you bring your bird up in a household with these animals from the time that they’re young, then it will be different? When I was a kid, we had an African Grey that would climb up onto the counter, open up the dog treat container, and then proceed to call the dog over and throw down treats. He would also hop down and run around with the dog all day long. On more than one occasion we would actually find the bird sitting on one of the dog pillows right next to the dog. It was an older dog and of only a medium sized breed, but still. We also had a macaw that would frequently pick up dog toys and attempt to entice our other dog into playing with her. I actually have a photo somewhere of my dog holding one end of a stuffy, the macaw holding the other end. Not necessarily playing tug-of-war, but definitely playing with each other. In this case that dog was a small breed dog, and the macaw was roughly the same size as her. That definitely could’ve been a contributing factor to the macaw not being too concerned. But yeah and now as an adult, I live in a house with four cats, and I have a Conure. My youngest cat Monty started laying on top of the birdcage when he was around nine months old, and even though we would always shoo him off he would continuously jump up onto it. I started noticing that my bird not only did not seem bothered by it, but actually seemed entertained. Like with the birds when I was growing up, I do not keep my bird locked in his cage all day long. I frequently leave his door open so he can come and go as he pleases. I noticed that whenever Monty would jump up onto the cage, my bird would actually climb out and up onto the cagetop perch. At first I thought he was climbing up there to try to fight the cat off, and would always jump up to intervene, but quickly realized that he would climb up the ladder right past Monty and just sit on the perch on top of the cat. And the cat could not be bothered with the bird. Occasionally if Monty appears a little too interested, and gets too close, the bird will nip him, but generally they don’t really mess with each other other than being near each other. I am also very vigilant when any of the cars are running around and the birdcage door is opened at the same time, to make sure a situation like this does not go south. But it’s progress over the past several months, to now sometimes my bird will climb out of his cage down onto the ground and will walk over to wherever Monty is laying and will climb up onto something in the immediately adjacent vicinity. For example if Monty is lying on his cat bed, my bird will climb up onto the top of the coffee table that the cat bed is next to. If my cat is on top of the entertainment center, the bird will climb up and then sit on top of one of the picture frames on the entertainment center. None of the other cats seem even slightly interested in my parrot, and he largely ignores them. But he and Monty genuinely seem like they are friends. So I’m just wondering if all these situations are due to the fact that all of these birds came into our household while they were still very young, and grew up around the dogs/cats? Or what is at play here...?

[@Arieskie]

Try, oh, idk… RESEARCHING BIRDS.much more valuable than a long post on your birdie history and, despite all this, your utter lack of knowledge. SMH

[@smorisch]

Thank you so much!!! My birds watch Parrot TV all day because I work from home. I do go and check in on them and some days we have lunch together. We all come together around 4PM and have dinner, sing, watch tv or whatever. I didn't know about wiping the cage down daily but we do clean all of the bowls and paper every night. People who don't care for their birds properly should probably consider offering them to people who will love them.

[@annalisa14]

April, you’re the best. This is Filmmaking!! Education made rememberable! (is that a word?). Used to live in San Diego in the 70s. Oregon today. I visit occasionally and would like to visit you and Chloe cockatoo sanctuary. I’ve given $40 worth of nuts to the cockatoo sanctuary, but never heard if it was delivered!😢 I have 7 budgies right now, but raised a baby moluccan cockatoo for 15 years. Her name? Tumbao, baby Peepster ❤️💕🥰

[@kerirobicheaux6629]

Girl! You sure did give it your all! I hope your finger heals quickly.

[@rebekahdavis5935]

This was a great tutorial. I think sooooo many people just don't know how to properly take care of their tropical birds.

[@idunlilitu218]

Birds are the modern day dinosaurs. They are very smart and lovely

[@ismailtoprakci9593]

Thanks for the advices. It's help to understand the parrot behaviour.

[@janutchin2630]

Woah thanks! These are very helpful tips, thank god i found this because im gonna get a parrot soon :p

[@kakarikiIck]

Just found your channel. I have a split personality Kakariki. He’s great fun though!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Aww:) Welcome to Parrot Playhouse. 💚

[@BibleNutter]

Wow! A crazy bird lady! Lol

[@6falconsue]

Puffman did an excellent job of showing what a birb might do if you don't do "step up" properly :) Most of your tips involve simple logic--keep birbs and cages clean, offer clean, healthy food, don't startle them or pet them improperly, give them plenty of attention and fun toys. etc. If you can't take care of ANY pet properly, please don't get one!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Yes!! Don't get a bird if you can't do it right! The Puffman keeps me in perfect form here. i mess up and he lets me know it! I love that bird so much! Thank you Susan💚

[@user-fg8dm3xn7o]

Victoria is really such a fighter and Queen😘😍 Merry Christmas to all of you 😍😘😗💟💜❤🎄🎍

[@SlicerJackie]

This was very helpful! I’m wanting to get a parrot eventually and I’m glad I found this. ^^

[@Barkyfortress]

So informative and helpful, I know almost nothing about birds so I'm very glad to know more about them!

[@marionroffler2729]

For a car you need a licence, but an animal…. Every idiot can buy a animal and this is so sad😭

[@dawnjudd7941]

I have two budgies, they have a cage with plenty of toys fresh water and veg, and cage door is open from the minuet we get up and closed when we go to bed , think there happy, and have us laughing with all the crazy stuff they do :) would not be with out them

[@justbirbvideos1701]

Thank you for this amazing educational video!! You adressed some very important things😊 you are so underrated! I loved seeing your birdies in this video💗 adorable as usual!! You care for your birds so well :). It’s so sad that many bird owners make these mistakes😕. That dirty cage made me cringe😣! And so many owners let their bird and cat “play”. Btw I love your outside aviaries💚 you did so well with the examples! Amazing video.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you so much!!I feel terrible for that poor amazon!!!💚

[@MrJdubz100]

I tried helping my aunts african gray and got shut down. I started every sentence with “A mistake that I made was…not taking them to the vet regularly, or not providing enough toys, or not giving them enough light…” but she took it as an attack, and refused to make any changes that cost her to invest more than 2-3 minutes per day into her bird. She really is a terrible parrot owner. Don’t even want to talk about the terrible condition that her lovebird is in. Screw her.

[@mohamedibrahimabdulkaium9985]

Very educational thank you very much

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

You are so welcome.

[@carolasmith1]

beautiful aviary well safe!❤

[@neilburns8869]

Victoria has very beautiful eyes. You can see that she is loving you gently caressing her feathers around her head and her wings. It's important to build up a sense of trust with the bird so they don't really feel threatened or insecure in anyway. So, that they can come to appreciate you as someone that they can trust and they see that you are a friend.🥰

[@jordank3141]

THanks for the video!

[@KiwitriTheBirb]

Yes! This was very useful and i might be getting my first bird soon ❤️✨🦜

[@mewbirb9714]

Thank you for making this video. Now my bird is very happy with me.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Really? You made my year! Thank you!💚

[@mewbirb9714]

No problem. My bird is living the life!

[@jenniferriedemann3033]

Thanks for your tutorial on all this stuff!! I’ve got 8 rescues, & I make mistakes (not serious ones, but I could do better)! Always on a quest to learn more🥰🦜❤️

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you for saving those babies and watching this video. Every day I learn something new about birds.

[@MrJdubz100]

Me too April. Like today I learned that you learn something new about birds on a daily basis.

[@birdsmariaandsunshinetv9899]

Hi hi April love your channel

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

We love you💚

[@philesq9595]

Well made and informative. Thank you for sharing.

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you for taking the time to watch. 💚

[@carolasmith1]

OMG!!?? The rusty cage no toys is horrible!!!

[@birdlover8992]

Hi April....This was such a great video...birds are not like other pets they are very smart and very special animals....not to mention they can live as long as humans( I have a sweetheart who is 82 years old)....thank you....thank you...for enlightening everyone about these beautiful creatures....You are a fantastic 'Bird Mom'...sending love and prayers for you and Victoria during her Vet visit today❤💐❤🙏

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you so much! VC did well today! Video coming soon on her vet visit. I filmed everything!

[@rahemeennabeel6088]

Thank you so much because I’m getting a bird in 5 days

[@WJRHalyn-jw2ho]

00:41 -- Ow! Ow! OWW!! Sympathy call... I own a cockatoo too, and it's been a long time (8+ years) since Jasper ever gave me a good bite (a puncture right through my thumbnail, but it wasn't entirely his fault). However, yes... bird bites HURT weirdly, and linger longer than a simple cut or puncture by a tool or such. He's now reached an age (27) where he would only bite if terrified into a panicked state, which he really doesn't reach any more. He's gotten mature enough or smart enough (or both) to be able to firmly grasp my finger in his beak without hurting me if he's alarmed about something out of the ordinary, but definitely signalling he isn't entirely pleased with whatever is going on. (In most recent cases, simply getting some moisturizing Aloe solution applied to some dry skin... he's happy with it AFTERWARDS, but still doesn't like the process.)

[@jaadee596]

I have seen Hawks dive through netting. You would never think they could get through, once in they can't get out very very damaging.

[@atosayshey]

I honestly didn't know I shouldn't pet my bird in certain spots until recently. I thought I was building trust 😕 but now I know.

[@sgringo]

I watched this video with my umbrella cockatoo sitting with me on the couch.

[@mssbea9393]

very informative video. thank you.

[@sharonscheer7881]

Great video

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Thank you for watching.💚

[@YuBeace]

I was about to comment on the netting not being enough to shelter the birds but then you admitted that it wasn’t. Very good! My vet’s really made a point that if I bring the bird outside, he always needs coverage above his head! And one last addition you probably know about; No looking straight at your parrot, makes you look like a predator with your big scary forward-looking eyes!

[@deborahkelly1489]

That was fascinating. I love to watch bird videos especially if it’s a talking bird, but I can’t own one . I could not take care of one the way it should and deserve to be treated and cared for , due to a chronic illness.

[@pegleg2959]

Youre not alone. I haven't been diagnosed with anything or been to the doc, but for the past year or so I just have no energy, my legs don't work well, my feet burn like they're jn a fire, and I feel faint all the time. I would love to get a wee birdy, but like you say, I know I wouldn't give it the care it needs. I can barely look after myself never mind a feathery toddler haha.

[@deborahkelly1489]

@@pegleg2959 Gosh, I am sorry 😞 you are having to go through this it’s hard to live life when you are not well, especially when you don’t have a diagnosis. I hope you get some answers to what is going on with you. I was 19 years old when I was finally diagnosed with NF1 and last year I had breast cancer and as of this moment I am cancer free.

[@ResidualConfusion]

@@pegleg2959 Burning feet, numb legs, and feeling faint could be symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Don't ignore it and don't be afraid of it. Testing for it isn't difficult. If you're afraid you might have to inject insulin, there are now several oral medications that may be right for you so that no injections will be necessary. It will not go away if it's ignored. If you don't yet have a diagnosis, please see a doctor and find out if you are diabetic.

[@gabydersch1482]

Super cute. Thank you. God bless you. 💗➕💗

[@rhondaz356]

EXCELLENT tutorial...💘🌈

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

It means so much you took the time to watch. Have a wonderful day! Thank you💚

[@sebymaster64]

my bird just eats whenever he wants lol

[@dianenyc7697]

❤️ great information ❤️ all kids with pet birds should also watch this video!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

We agree! Yes!! Thank you!

[@BTSArmy-kq7ii]

Thanks for the information

[@sunshinedegroat8619]

Jojos last owner never touched him and abused him badly. Jojo loves to cuddle up to my shoulder and go to sleep. In 2 years he has learned what love and affection is.

[@angelafalsetta9489]

Thank you for this most valuable education of do's and don'ts! AND that filthy, rusted, empty of toys and things to do CAGE is a disgrace besides one of the MOST UNHEALTHY and potentially deadly conditions for your loving, trusting birds! Shamefully neglectful conditions!! Please keep emphasizing this and all else you gave here. It is VITAL! TYSM, April! God Bless YOU!

[@LovelyMsJ]

Hi April, this video is so rewarding. Everything you teach is invaluable to anyone that owns a bird/s or who desires to own a bird. Your video in my book should be labeled....*Bird Ownership 101*... Nothing was left out!....Take care and God Bless!..XoXo *(bird hugs of course)*to VC and Thomas (my fav’s)!...Really I love all the birds!

[@ParrotPlayhouseChannel]

Wow, thank you!