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[@samdixon457]

I’ve 6 macaws including a hyacinth and found the most difficult of parrot ownership is getting a sitter when go away

[@ParrotBliss]

Next to impossible- I agree and I do think it’s harder with Macaws, but it’s just it’s hard with any species. They never understand why you, as part of the flock, is gone. How is your hyacinth? That is a species my husband wants but I’m a little intimidated and my flock is complete! Especially for such large parrots!

[@samdixon457]

@@ParrotBliss he is very laid back with my other birds and like a puppy, size wise he isn’t much bigger than a greenwing but exceptionally needy as prefers humans to birds. I don’t know any aggressive hyacinths as such gentle natures. I’m lucky as my dad is my sitter and has been for 20 years but aware he is mid 70s now. My birds don’t miss me at all, no loyalty 😂

[@ParrotBliss]

@@samdixon457 Missed your response! Just saw it! You are lucky that you were dad can take care of them - you make a hyacinth sound wonderful!

[@Papagajidomitas]

I think its easy. Keep them in pairs in aviary, so the playtime with humans just an extra pleasure. They live on their own lives. I agree, my birds do not miss me a lot I think (if it is a week or something like this)! 🤣

[@Fresnoyardsale]

What’s the prices for them

[@kristiejennings3697]

Excellent video. They are absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for not sugar coating what it’s like having a Macaw. Many people do which is one of the reasons rescues are full. Breaks my heart. I love Dr. K. Great show.

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, it also breaks my heart that rescues are full. That’s part of my mission, to try to have people really bond with their parents so that they don’t want to give them up. Sometimes that means not getting the parrot that would be a poor fit.

[@bigbiemacaw]

@@ParrotBliss we dont have many in ireland, there not that common a pet theres no rescue i know of its all just in ppls houses but macaw rarerly come up unless we raise the funds to buy a bird to rescue which has had to be done.

[@potatohead3323]

I have 4 scars on my arm from my friends macaw. Before you get one just know that this isn’t a cat or dog, you can’t just say “step up” and expect them to go on your arm. You have to earn it, these are wild animals. They need your respect as much as you demand of theirs

[@ParrotBliss]

We’ll said- and the bigger as a parent, you could say, the more respect you should give!

[@nikkylandry1163]

Depends on how you speak.

[@kingfisher7960]

Ive owned all sorts of critters and my dogs and cats do the most harm playing. I have scabbed bite marks from a spicy 3 year old female cat. She hurts. You trying to tell me an occasional bite from a macaw isnt that bad.

[@potatohead3323]

@@kingfisher7960 search up how many pounds of force a macaw gives when they bite

[@thesandsack1733]

Search for intelligent friends.... oh, your an american. sorry.

[@Talonrod]

3:07 the way this man send the birds flying like its his xmen power is awesome

[@judithweymark8643]

Oh, they look to be having such a happy happy time.

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, they love it!

[@bathory313]

No candles, no bleach, no strong scented cleaners, no automatic oven cleaning. You truly sacrifice a lot for these monsters, and it is so worth it.

[@ParrotBliss]

I agree, but I figure, if those things aren’t good for them, they probably aren’t good for me either (it’s just not as obvious). Yes, soooo worth it!

[@Aevilbeast]

I just read you also have to be extremely careful with Teflon coated non-stick pans, Bread machines, irons, some curling irons and hair appliances, space heaters, pancake grills, etc., I never knew this before reading your comment and googling it! (Despite owning and raising a couple cockatiels,when I was younger, who thankfully never were injured by such things) But I shouldn't too surprised since that's basically the reason why miners took canaries with them into the mines because they were so sensitive and when the miners saw the birds were getting sick or worse, it was time to get the heck out of the mines. It's just one of the many reasons, while despite having a deep admiration of these birds, I think it's best for me to just admire them from afar rather trying to raise one myself. I just couldn't imagine hurting (or worse) such a big, beautiful and extremely intelligent bird because of my carelessness or naivety.

[@vangledosh]

I think I’ll stick with my green cheek conures😂 These macaws are absolutely gorgeous birds tho!

[@ParrotBliss]

Wise, I say! GCC are awesome!

[@Bianca-gx8hb]

Agree on all accounts. I have a male macaw and the amount of work is not for the faint of heart! Thinking about what you said about getting a second but my hubby would not be able to wrap his mind around that! Wish we could. We spend time with ours but he needs a companion while we are at work. Also agree about being “tough skinned” being an absolute must!

[@Wolfie3333]

I was thinking getting one, you have educated me. That they are handful, but beautiful animals. Thank you so much

[@ParrotBliss]

What species? Do you have lots of room, a big home? Takes so much time and attention -and I recommend two- and you have to have to be at the top of the pecking order. And then they are wonderful. I love Rosie!

[@luisgarza8636]

what is amazing that parrots comes in different colors like rainbow

[@ParrotBliss]

It is amazing, especially since they are such big bright, beautiful colors!

[@luisgarza8636]

Ive also love parrot cuz they talk a lot make other animals noises

[@chongxina8288]

Really nice house! I wanna just come to yours and hang out with that veiw and parrot entertainment. 🤣 Much love from England.

[@ParrotBliss]

That is so sweet! And I love hearing more people are from! Greetings to you in England! Hope you come soon!

[@AliTushaev]

I love macaws and parrots, my Favorite birds.

[@ParrotBliss]

Macaws are awesome!

[@khavakhava2446]

​@@ParrotBliss they are.

[@christineluke5274]

Delightful video. God bless you both for the love and care you give these beautiful creatures. I love Macaws. All those jewel like colors covering their bodies. I will look up Dr. K. She sounds interesting to watch. Take Care.

[@ParrotBliss]

Thank you for posting- yes, I've watched the Dr K's Exotic ER twice over the years. Fun and interesting. And yes, their colors-- which their personalities match. Amazing creatures, I'm blessed and grateful.

[@zoe_moth]

Yesterday I went to a popular tourist location near my home with a bunch of locally owned businesses. One of them was a petting zoo and outside of it were two macaws and a third bird I couldn't identify. The macaws were together in a cage meant for parakeets and were clearly stressed and upset to the point they were plucking out their feathers. It didn't help that there were little kids going up to the cage and hitting it. It takes a quick and easy search to learn that you don't do that stuff with macaws yet there they were

[@ParrotBliss]

Sad- not right.

[@weirdonerdfreak]

report them to the police or ASPCA for animal abuse...

[@zoe_moth]

Update: Went back there again last month and they were still there, but they'd been moved into a new cage out of kid's reach and were much happier and better taken care of

[@kevinbalog7020]

I just love those palm trees above the pool it is spectacular it just looks so exotic

[@ParrotBliss]

Me too! I want to eventually have more land for aviaries, but then again, don’t know how easy it would be to replace my back area.. I’m very grateful for it!

[@kevinbalog7020]

@@ParrotBliss ❣

[@kevinbalog7020]

@@ParrotBliss good idea. let' see how it turns out🥰

[@timdaniels2094]

Thanks!

[@ParrotBliss]

Oh, thank you! Much appreciated!

[@volksbear10]

Your mac monsters are gorgeous!!

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, they are Mac’ Monster-tactic! We are blessed to have them!

[@wintersnowowen2254]

Beautiful birds!

[@ParrotBliss]

Many thanks! And thanks for watching!

[@ladujG]

incredibly beautiful creatures

[@ParrotBliss]

Stunning visually and behavior-wise. Just fantastic-

[@gloryBE-o1w]

these are part of God's mysterious creations, to actually watch and hear them chatter words is remarkable

[@gloryBE-o1w]

@@ParrotBliss if you have the pleasure of hand-feeding these baby macaws, you will be amazed how much affection and fun they can bring, and the love will also be incredible and let the talking also begin

[@aholic1280]

Thanks for the informative video. I was thinking of getting a Macaw but after watching this video I've realised my flat is too small & as a first time bird owner I don't think it would be the best idea to get one. Am gutted, though, as I love them 😊💜

[@ParrotBliss]

Good for you, it's important to know and understand if your flat is too small. Frankly, my back feels too small for my Macaws. However, you can look at a Mini Macaw. We have Hahn's and a Blue-headed Macaw now-- amazing and smaller size and sound. Look into them :)

[@patriciadunlavey9481]

Agree on all counts. Don;t forget that if you are doing something, they have to see what you are doing and they have to be in the middle of it. My bird likes the computer and likes to know where I am in the house. Really funny when your on a phone call and the person on the other end has no idea what is making those noises!

[@ParrotBliss]

True! The minute I pick up my cell, my Macaw says, “Hello!”

[@GreenpeaThe_Rat]

I think. I’ll stick to my small parrots, songbirds and chickens😅. Thanks for helping me change my mind. I don’t have the time or space for one.😊

[@ParrotBliss]

I get it, they are a big commitment! It’s good to know what works for you- small parrots are amazing! I love my little Parrotlets!

[@Youngstomata]

Thank you for letting me know this isn’t the bird for me. I fell in love with them at the Chicago Reptile House. After seeing your arm after your birds flew back and forth…. This did it for me!

[@meganlivingston5914]

Awesome video 😊. We have a blue and gold macaw, and a yellow collared macaw. Just love them ❤. But all these points are very correct!!

[@ParrotBliss]

I love parrots - and I totally want people to love their parrots, which I think requires understanding what they are like, good and bad. Yellow Collared - wow! Rare!

[@meganlivingston5914]

@@ParrotBliss I was very privileged to hand raise my yellow collared since he was 5 weeks old (I work in the veterinary industry). I'm so grateful for the bond we share. And I totally agree with you - education is key!!

[@SarahNissen]

Macaws mate for life in the wild. I have a flock of 8 Scarlet Macaws that fly over my home in southern pacific Costa Rica. After seeing them fly free in the wild and eat fruit from a tree in my yard, I don’t think I could ever keep one as a pet.

[@ParrotBliss]

That is incredible! How wonderful that they can eat from your yard. We used to have wild Macaws down in Miami, but they have been poached. Terrible :(

[@princessss42]

Thanks so much for this video ! Haha and thank you for talking me out of getting one! I always adored large birds like this but never knew about the care involved. They are just beautiful but I see now they may not be the best idea with young children around? !! We have a couple of cute cockatiels that we love and were thinking about getting something a little bigger like a Cockatoo. Would you say the care for a Cocktoo is as difficult as the Macaw's ? Would you know if they are good with kids?

[@ParrotBliss]

Actually, I would say -- based on my experiences-- that a Macaw would be easier, but why not a smaller Macaw so that it is easier on you? Like a Blue-headed or another species. My girls are some of the biggest. Cockatoos can be loud- even at night. I don't think that's what I would choose if I had kids... :)

[@princessss42]

Thanks so much for this information. I didn’t know they can be loud at night. 😬 That won’t work with kids for sure. Haha. I just loved their personality and how silly they can be. I almost always get a good belly laugh watching some of the videos people post with Cockatoos. I will definitely look at the breeds you are suggesting. I would love to have a big bird but after seeing how much the claws dig into your skin, I’m afraid of that with small children. Thanks again for your advice!

[@paulgeerders7333]

I love parrots and I’m considering getting one. Any useful tips would be greatly appreciated.

[@btetschner]

Extremely helpful video! The macaws are very pretty also. Isn't there something to put on your forearm for protection? Thank you for the video.

[@ParrotBliss]

Wearing sleeves helps arms 😀

[@btetschner]

@@ParrotBliss You should create a long-sleeve shirt that has macaw images all over it and in the forearms has a certain type of padding for macaw perching. It will be like those shirts that have shoulder pads, only this will have then in the forearms (and they were be less soft). :)

[@doggomoredoggo6547]

@@ParrotBliss also can I teach it to speak a lot of English

[@doggomoredoggo6547]

@@ParrotBliss I don’t think you need sleeves I’m fine without them

[@ParrotBliss]

@@doggomoredoggo6547 It depends on their grip- one of ours really holds on. Ouch!

[@sathishs1139]

Wow so beautiful macaw 's

[@ParrotBliss]

They are stunning!

[@mysticmandy8352]

My dad had a tattoo of a macaw 🦜 on his arm from when he was in the service. Rip dad I miss you. Thinking about getting a macaw in memory

[@jeanetteiacovone1958]

Not a good reason to get one…. I had 5 and then I got sick! They live for up to 60 or so years! Vet bills are very very expensive! Food is super expensive organic fruits and veggies. They need their own room and a screened in porch to let them fly. They need to be out all day and just get put away when you are asleep or grocery shopping. You need to be home all day. Listen to this women…. She is so right! This is and should never be an impulse buy and you need to hear them scream in a small empty room for an hour before you know if you can handle the noise. And a bag of bird food is only half the cost cause it’s only half of what they eat. You need to meal prep and shop for them to eat correctly and the toys are 50 to 60 dollars a toy that might last a week. And these are the must haves! They also have the ability to reason and figure things out! They can also break out of their cage and chew through the Sheetrock and 2 by 4s to the outside of your house in about an hour if they really want to! That is no joke… very expensive!!!! A 18 month old toddler with the ability to dismantle a house with their beaks for 60 plus years!

[@100janovicluka6]

Do you keep them in the same cage or separate cages close to each other?

[@ParrotBliss]

They are bonded, so same

[@Fros7.y]

6:43 this man sends the bird flying and the sound she makes is hilarious with the shot she was in 😂

[@ParrotBliss]

She loves flying!

[@ceejaydeesoozaa]

4:31 THINK ILL GET A CANARY AFTER SEEING THIS

[@ParrotBliss]

It's good know what works for you so that you and your bird are happy :)

[@Emanzenaman]

why is the quality of the video so good

[@ParrotBliss]

I always try to make the best quality I can-

[@Emanzenaman]

I thought I took shrooms on accident that’s how good the quality was. Amazing video though and beautiful birds you have there.

[@khavakhava2446]

Very amazing Video, i love parrots including macaws, the macaw that i want to have is military macaw.

[@davidsim5257]

Greetings fromm my gold blue macaws. They Loved it😍 now nr.1 ist eating my hairs and Nr 2 ist chewing my ear🤪As a pet a macaw ist pretty difficult to handle, but they are the best Friends you can Imagine . I am living nearly 40 years with macaws and i could not Imagine to live without this great animals!

[@ParrotBliss]

I understand, David! I don’t think I could live without a Macaw either! Mine always plays with my hair too!

[@mider9996]

Can they live inside as long as you let them roam free?

[@ThatPuertoRicanBoy]

Hello I would like to purchase one where can I get one ?

[@ParrotBliss]

Send me a message via my website or FB/Insta and I'll give you the name of a breeder friend that has some babies.

[@jumankayer5947]

Can you do a video on how to keep them out but get them back in

[@ParrotBliss]

@@jumankayer5947 what do you mean by keep them out?

[@jumankayer5947]

@@ParrotBliss like how do you get them to free fly but come back to you

[@MrBoatjr]

Can you send me a link of a trusted site to buy a macaw. I had a blue and gold 10 years ago and would love to have another one

[@ParrotBliss]

Send me a message on FB/instagram and ask me there, I’ll give you a number

[@janleekelley1545]

Beautiful, beautiful birds! Great video. 💖💖💖

[@ParrotBliss]

My bliss!

[@bartez8018]

What if I buy 2 Macaws, and 2-3 years later I will buy another 1-2 macaws. Will they fight each other, or macaws are really friendly to other new macaws, new family members?

[@ParrotBliss]

Looking to publish a video for you tomorrow, please watch for the new vids

[@bartez8018]

@@ParrotBliss Nice, can't wait!

[@linaulnes8821]

Such an important video! So people know what it takes. And they know that need to either free fly or having enough money for a big house. This way I actully think 2 macaws need you to have more money then having a horse. Because my horse have good space to roam around with other horses at the stable while I live in a small rented place. I don't need to actully have enough for a big loan. Just enough for the horse to get everything he needs. Dogs to can be active outside and have a small space inside just fine, my dogs mostly just eat and sleeps and cuddles inside.

[@ParrotBliss]

I agree- some people free-fly, but not everyone has the time to do this every day so then they need that space.

[@linaulnes8821]

@@ParrotBliss free flying isnt what is most time consuming I think, but the training for it maybe, and the weather, like when its cold here in Norway its not for tropical birds and they need to fly then to. I had a love bird ones who free flew outside, best feeling. Hope one day to have an other bird I can take outside like that. Or two so they have company. One with less high pitch sound then love birds 😅 Golden conure you have postes about has my attention. Time will show. Thanks for replaying.

[@aleksandraleksandr2695]

Очень здравомыслящие советы, благодарю.

[@temoppdouble7]

Great video, regards all the way from Kuwait City

[@ParrotBliss]

Thank you- and greetings to you in Kuwait!

[@karenparra9768]

I just got a macaw whose owner passed away he is 24 years old he's a military macaw he is absolutely beautiful and I love him already how do I get him used to me he won't come near me as far as sitting on my arm I have petted him a couple times but he tries to bite me he has bitten me a couple times but it wasn't really hard I never met the owner so I don't know how their relationship was he was given to me by a animal rescue and I am trying to get him to know that I'm not going to hurt him and I just need some advice on how to do this

[@ParrotBliss]

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[@patriciatrapp3091]

I have a umbrella cockatoo and she is a rescue and a yellow nape Amazon l have had 10 parrots at one time l baby sat a blue and gold macaw l loved her .l had her for 9 months

[@ParrotBliss]

Nice! How do you like your umbrella?

[@rugged1509]

Really Cool video...and vry informative 👍

[@ParrotBliss]

Thank you for saying so!

[@sammyandandisfamilyfuntime833]

I want one! I will kiss it and hug it and love it and feed it and play with it and snuggle with it!

[@ParrotBliss]

That’s what they love!

[@hamidja1537]

Thanks for sharing

[@ParrotBliss]

Absolutely!

[@yesidtac7863]

Very good video my friend

[@ParrotBliss]

Thanks! Looks like you have a large one too?

[@christopherroman5989]

I just got a macaw 2 weeks ago love him I have 11 other parrots but smaller spieces

[@ParrotBliss]

Cool! Congrats! What kind of Macaw?

[@christopherroman5989]

@@ParrotBliss thanks you! severe macaw

[@kinsleyarconti]

My mom is thinking of getting a Macaw, we currently have an Eclectus and used to have an umbrella cockatoo.

[@ParrotBliss]

Macaws are awesome - louder than the Eckie. I think, after the umbrella, you will all like the Macaw. What happened to the Umbrella?

[@austinuniversty4495]

What would you suggest a starter bird of a person planning on getting a macaw?

[@ParrotBliss]

Have you had other parrots before?

[@shakyponpono69]

How much do they cost im interested in them and do they get along with budgies

[@ParrotBliss]

Prices vary quite a bit, depending on age, and where you get a Macaw from. No, this is not a suitable companion for a budgie. Their sizes are not compatible and either are there temperaments.

[@luanahaigood278]

I need another macaw for my my girl Rosie. She’s a 15 year old green wing macaw

[@ParrotBliss]

@@luanahaigood278 visit or call Bird Garden of Naples- Your Rosie needs an adult 😀

[@luanahaigood278]

@@ParrotBliss I now live in Missouri. I have 3.5 acres. Building an aviary so I can take her out in warm months. I rescued her a year ago. She had never been handled. She’s my best friend. She is the sweetest bird. I also rescued a Sulfur Crested Cockatoo as well. He has bonded with me too. He is so funny. He had not been handled either. Both of them love being on my shoulder or lap. I want to rescue Macaw. I would love to come down there and give another a forever home with lots of love. But I bet they wouldn’t work with me.

[@ParrotBliss]

Unless things have changed, they work with anyone in the US. Your aviary sounds so awesome! Contact them, I bet Rosie and your Sulfur would love another flock member!

[@luanahaigood278]

@@ParrotBliss thank you love. I’m going too. Thank you for your responses. You’re my favorite bird mama I watch your channel for years. I love your approach to caring for your birds. I have your book coloring books and tshirts. I was worried they wouldn’t ship.

[@delmarietramble5361]

Can you tell me where to buy one.

[@ParrotBliss]

Most exotic bird stores have them

[@brooklyn7941]

What the second one doing biting his noodle ??? Lmaoo

[@ParrotBliss]

They are entertaining!

[@SandraSchad-f3d]

i want to get a macaw. i have never owned a bird, but i really want a macaw

[@ParrotBliss]

They are amazing, but intimidating. Spend time with some as much as you can so you get an idea as to what they are like.

[@SandraSchad-f3d]

@@ParrotBliss i don't know anyone with a bird...let alone a macaw...

[@baroquer]

Who is the young lady on the rocking chair? 🙂

[@thesappirewolf]

Anyone have advice on scarlet macaws? I'm hoping to get one and have been doing tons of research but I'd love to know about these guys from people who have personal experiences and for those who have had any issues. I need some realistic thoughts from y'all

[@ParrotBliss]

Sorry, I haven't had the pleasure of a Scarlet

[@margopolo3440]

Where are you located ? What is the most common way people come across these parrots as pets ? Are they hatched? If so , are there cirtain states or laws with getting them as pets ..do most of them come from wild or what do the babies look like and when do you start training it thank you

[@ParrotBliss]

Where do you live?

[@grinch714]

I changed my search from owning a macaw to owning a beautiful house 😅

[@Masams3k]

Is this catalina macaw?

[@maestrostechuniversity]

I've been looking for a macaw to adopt but it's hard to find living in michigan

[@ParrotBliss]

If you are seriously wanting one, message me on instagram and I’ll connect you with a reliable seller (where I got mine and am getting another) who ships

[@KasieVanQuekelberg]

I really want a scarlet macaw

[@Mucko67]

I generally want a macaw but my house is too small

[@ParrotBliss]

Why not get a smaller Macaw?

[@Mucko67]

@@ParrotBliss 🤷‍♂️

[@Normelman]

I didn’t have the energy for one so I got an bearded dragon

[@ParrotBliss]

Smart! They take time and energy, for sure.

[@zombiefulci3301]

First ask yourself: "can I handle all that cute?"

[@ParrotBliss]

So much cute! And love- loud love!

[@moe2470]

With the cute comes bipolar. They switch in they blink of an eye. And they,re moody & can be hormonal at times.

[@JurassicGamer2]

i figure id start out with a chattering lory their small like too be played with and eat nectar mix mostly

[@ParrotBliss]

They are amazing birds!

[@ritzlloyd5957]

I have 2 blue and golds. One for 31 years since he hatched....the other one's 1st owner died of lung cancer and he's been with us for 9 years...he still performs the deep severe coughing bouts once in a while.. 😢 They are an acquired taste...it's like living with loud, demanding, messy ,raucous and destructive 2 yr old toddlers😂😅😂 But they are very interesting and wonderful companions...I can't imagine my life without macaws or peacocks😂

[@ParrotBliss]

Peacocks!?! Awesome! We have some in a neighborhood close by, love seeing them! Yes, crazy and not easy to take care of -- and awesome. Can't live without them!

[@kathleenshriver7512]

Do u give them fresh veggies and fruit

[@ParrotBliss]

I do. I believe it is part of a balanced diet and important for them.

[@al103wolverine]

What about fruits?

[@ParrotBliss]

Limited. I would focus on sweet carrots, sweet potatoes and other beta carotene fruits/veg for them

[@thatonenerdedits953]

I have a Parrotlet it’s so nice

[@ParrotBliss]

They are awesome!

[@thatonenerdedits953]

@@ParrotBliss I agree

[@Upcharge001]

That’s some dirty pool in and out 😂

[@oreodog]

I’d feel bad to get one until I had a house like this :/

[@ParrotBliss]

That shows you understand what it takes to make sure you will have a great relationship with your parrot and a happy parrot!

[@oreodog]

@@ParrotBliss One day!

[@Mohamedahmed331]

I really want a Painted Conure, Blue Throated Conure and Bronzed Winged Pionus but all those birds are hard to find! D':

[@ParrotBliss]

They are - do you live in the US? I have a friend who can get you one, if you are serious and willing to wait until their season (when there are babies available). If so, you can contact me through my website contact form: ParrotBliss.com

[@Mohamedahmed331]

Oh wow that's so nice of you I do live in the U.S. which species are you able to get me of the 3 I mentioned?

[@ItsNaniUnhooked]

How much are they worth

[@ParrotBliss]

Depends on where you live and what species-

[@akeelkhaliq1]

Very tamed ❤

[@ParrotBliss]

So sweet!

[@Melideas]

"one alone is torture" finally. I see SO MANY videos where they say its fine to have birds alone & i think that is plain wrong. Birds are social, intelligent creatures, who needs a lot of care and company (bird company) to thrive. Here in germany we have laws against holding birds alone - even if im not sure if all are covered, but macaws are for sure. Just my 2 cents

[@ParrotBliss]

It breaks my heart when people have a parent alone. At least, if they are two of the species, it’s better than nothing. I have heard of your law, I think it is a good one. Two of a species makes all the difference, it makes apparent much happier. I have very few behavior issues, and very little Plucking. As a matter fact, Most of my parents, the pluck or adopted that way and they haven’t gotten worse. I attribute they’re not hormonal, not anxiety, filled and not plucking personalities to the fact that they usually have another other species and if not, there is a whole flock of birds here. I do believe it is a part of well-being. Thank you for posting!

[@tinandglass]

Saying, "please don't" three times? signed a macaw owner

[@ParrotBliss]

Yeah, Macaws are forces to be reccond with!

[@familhagaudir8561]

I have a thick long-sleeves shirt for the macaw, otherwise the claws sink into my arm.

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, we constantly do light nail trimming. I don’t like shoe do too much so that they don’t bleed. Which means, a lot of trimming. And yes! Such a grasp!

[@daveottinger4241]

We had a blue n gold , cockatoo n a blue front amazon. All of them would eat table food n seed.. our blue n gold was just goofy clown n sweet. The blue front was bipolar.. the cockatoo was sweet but a complete basket case.

[@ParrotBliss]

Amazing birds though, right? Sounds like you had a fantastic flock!

[@Max-hw7xl]

damn, my GF and i have 2 lovebirds, so as small as parrots get, and we have our hands full with them, sometimes literally. they have the run of the house half the week when the cat doors are locked. The female is half wild so we 'ignore' her but her mate was hand raised and is a total champ. sometimes he wants nothing more than to learn new tricks, solve puzzels etc, sometimes he wants none of that. sometimes his mate, the half wild female will be right there with him interacting with us, other times she doesnt wonna even leave the cage

[@ParrotBliss]

Sounds like you have great birds!

[@ninjasuperjdyoutubechannel1000]

Macaws eat almost everything but avocados are not good for there diet and I also have a green wind, a blue and gold and harlequin

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, they are good eaters

[@gloryBE-o1w]

trust me they can talk, and man can they scream ,

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, can they ever!

[@-Ld]

I went to a bird place and heard one shriek, it's insane. Couldn't imagine having one in my house, very cool to see once though!

[@gloryBE-o1w]

then parrots are not for you whatsoever you are better off with fish , @@-Ld

[@-Ld]

@@gloryBE-o1w parrots are not for the majority of people, they're cool to see occasionally though

[@nalimourad9307]

mine is clingy AF 😂

[@ParrotBliss]

Yeah, they love attention-

[@AWVR777-i4y]

harlequin macaw

[@KyleCampbell-h6u]

I have a blue and gold macaw

[@quaussiemoto3939]

You might want to pick up a copy of my book, "How to Clean 10 yhears of Bird Shit of Your Back Patio".

[@ParrotBliss]

I'm a recovering perfectionist and having parrots has advanced me quite a bit!

[@ericcook4665]

that's what I have a catilina mackaw

[@ParrotBliss]

Catalina Macaws are so beautiful!

[@thislittleweirdgirl332]

No glove?

[@ParrotBliss]

Because of their nails? (I call them talons!) When they aren't nervous they don't tend to grip too hard. And I keep their nails filed. I just file lightly and often as needed.

[@thislittleweirdgirl332]

@@ParrotBliss 🫶🏻 that’s amazing! They are so snuggly with you guys, it seemed inevitable to be scratched by their talons accidentally.

[@Feuerfr3i]

Not even another huge thing. They’ll outlive you. You have to gave a plan of who takes care of after you pass.

[@ParrotBliss]

Absolutely. There are no guarentees that they will or wont so it is best to be prepared.

[@bigbiemacaw]

we'd have fun together, my family are always telling me to shut up about my birds, we free fly in ireland..i'm not sure why but macaw owners seem to be able to take the scratches and scars, my hubsand is sporting a black eye atm, all just he put his foot in the wrong place flying in hot after a crow chase, him chasing the crows lately,

[@ParrotBliss]

I love it! So cool that you free fly! Yeah, my family knows the 10 second rule: no one talks, I start talking about parrots…. LOL

[@katclinker]

the best thing about owning macaws is that their poop doesnt smell👍

[@ParrotBliss]

They are also one of the only ones big enough to hug!

[@madmanuk_72]

What if they fly away

[@ParrotBliss]

They do fly back here- it is an enclosed area. They love it!

[@EdithMartinez-wo8sz]

Im a 12 year and i'm going to get a camelot or catlina but i have expiernce with birds so im ready

[@EdithMartinez-wo8sz]

Im getting a baby*

[@ParrotBliss]

Congratulations!

[@ParrotBliss]

Macaws are awesome!

[@tabokassekgwama5505]

Hi I am in Botswana 🇧🇼 I would like to adopt a parrot

[@ParrotBliss]

Sorry, the people selling birds I know are in the US and the US doesn’t ship over seas.

[@Nightmare25683]

is a room good for tham

[@ParrotBliss]

It depends on the room and whether or not they have access to fresh air, and UVB light

[@Talapia03]

My aunt has a macaw who is scared of people and i am trying to befriend him

[@ParrotBliss]

Be patient