Dog And Parrot Who Didn't Get Along Spend Every Single Moment Together Now | The Dodo Odd Couples

Dog and parrot love to compete for Dad's attention - but he loves them both the same 💙
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[@David-xy2ly]

My old girlfriend parrot hated me to start with, then I secretly started bringing treats for her, when we broke up she gave me the parrot as she loved me. Samantha is still with me twenty years later lol 🥰😍

[@jmarie5098]

Somethings are meant to be. You were destined to have a close relationship with a parrot. Majority of us have had relationships with dogs and cats. You're special, so you got a parrot. Accounts like this let me know nothing is by chance. Beautiful story.

[@tigerlover47]

That is hilarious 😂

[@susanreyes9]

Wow! I wasn't expecting that ending, lol!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Amazing!

[@108hindu]

Good pets are generally better than humans. Though not always.

[@lindagibney3134]

The fact that the parrot is free to fly away and come back is truly amazing he really Loves his family 😍🥰

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yes. It’s something we discuss a lot about on our channel, free flight for macaws IS possible, and is BEAUTIFUL

[@codexone2194]

It has nothing to do with love. It's just a lot and a lot and a lot of training 🤣 I'm currently flight training 2 parrots and the amount of work you need to put in to enable thrm to free fly is astronomical. But so, so worth it in the end :)

[@jaycuzman625]

Freedom as William Wallace shouted

[@coyotex850]

same thing i was wondering, im happy they don't cut the wings and allow the parrot to fly but i can imagine how much training is involved to get them to come back

[@efibrilovski6374]

@@codexone2194 the training is for you to ensure they return to you, but birds can willingly return to you if they truly trust and more importantly feel safe with you

[@anakatsukifangirl2944]

I love how she flops over and wraps her little toes around his leg 🥰

[@barbaradavis8452]

That is cute. When she flys the dog watches her and runs along with her.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

It is so beautiful to watch

[@jaycuzman625]

@@australianwoman9696 but she'd never hurt the dog, nor the dog her.

[@jaycuzman625]

Yes when I saw that my ❤️, well you know.

[@Shannonbarnesdr1]

oooh i knooow !!!! my heart melted at that moment !! especially seeing birds, they do NOT give bellies unless they are so relaxed even many relaxed chill birds have limits and dont like to be belly up as that is such a vulnerable position, so that shows the level oft rust and the bond they both have

[@ferretypigeon875]

I can already see this as a children’s book.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

So so so many people have said this!!

[@ferretypigeon875]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw yeah I know, but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen!

[@kathleenshabaan3806]

Yes. I certainly agree. I can also see this as a wonderful children's book. Go for it !

[@dabullzfan25]

I've already made it an episode of Reading Rainbow (in my head).

[@Loku242]

This needs to be a cartoon

[@Malvikins]

If Shelby ever learns to say "walkies" and "treats" they're gonna have an interesting week XD

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Haha! It’s the fact that shadow responds to “shall we go for a fly?!” 😂😂

[@OnlyAFoolsHope]

He'd be expecting her to get that leash!

[@heinerklooten6906]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw .

[@shannon8566]

Clever 👌

[@chaplainmattsanders4884]

😂 awesome!

[@dad4ever-c90]

A FRIEND is someone who is there with you, even when the rest of the world has gone out. Covered in fur or feathers, it makes no difference.

[@birdlover7776]

💯Agree ❤️

[@faverogibou6773]

Exactly !!!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yes 👏🏼 yes 👏🏼 yes 👏🏼

[@margieloesch1497]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw “

[@jean-philipperodriguez3617]

they're cats :D

[@ukan.536]

It’s nice to see the parrot flying out and about.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you! Shelby is free flight trained

[@108hindu]

Do you have eagles or hawks there? Would they be a danger? I really enjoyed your beautiful bird and wonderful dog. 😁

[@stonewall18god39]

I was thinking the very same thing, it's brilliant to see💖

[@bari2883]

Its so refreshing to see .

[@larelleuk459]

I was thinking the exact same thing, I have a little pacific parrotlette and I wish I could let her out like this but I don't think she would come back unfortunately and I wouldn't want to put her in danger.

[@EP-yd7vz]

I love that they haven't clipped the bird's wings and she can fly outside!

[@Watashiwapitadesu]

I was thinking the same thing. Birds are meant to fly and it's always upsetting to see birds kept in cages

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

We’re very much against wing clipping and instead promote recall training in birds! We have loved every second of allowing Shelby the freedom of flight

[@babetl3221]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw That's wonderful you trained Shelby to come back. I was afraid he would fly away! 🦜

[@shmaknapublar]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw Just watch out for those sneaky falcons. ;)

[@ryuuthefrog3775]

I think it's even more incredible that Shelby has such a bond and trust. I would be so, so nervous letting my parrot fly around outside. It's awesome

[@terryanngallagher3605]

The moment I saw the parrot flying outside, playing tag with the dog...I sat right up straight and my mouth dropped. KUDOS to this wonderful couple who cherishes their animals, to the free bird who loves to stay home and, of course, to the pup who's having the time of his life with a best friend who FLIES!!!

[@barbaradavis8452]

Parrots are intellegent, and most dogs too. They will be fine together.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

They really do love each other

[@barbaradavis8452]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw yes they do lol

[@barbaradavis8452]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@anti808]

Just wondering, what are the dumb dogs? 🤔

[@Budisgud69]

Oh brilliant thanks for that Barbara

[@dbeazrn3934]

The pic of Shelby flying low with Shadow right behind her is AWESOME!! Great video!!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

It’s one of our favourite ever pictures of them together

[@johnnygee4206]

IKR! You beat me to the comment.

[@normacook8325]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw I had no idea anyone let their parrots fly freely outdoors. This makes me so happy!

[@buttercupkat]

"When an animal invades your personal space..." -personal space no longer exists.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

It’s extremely frustrating sometimes haha

[@kateporter8544]

I'd rather be with my creatures than some humans I know. :)

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

We hope you have enjoyed watching our story of Shelby and Shadow, there’s lots more to come!

[@cramberry4391]

Did you buy this parrot or rescued it????

[@vaidehi2935]

I'll remember This three minutes vdo for my whole life

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

@@vaidehi2935 yes thank you!

[@csam7778]

I love that you let your parrot fly.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

@@csam7778 thank you so much. It’s the least she deserves

[@basquat76]

I always say birds aren't meant to be pets. They're suppose to be outside and fly around, but this one does go outside and gets to fly around and comes back so it's all good. It's pretty great actually.

[@phoebezhang1190]

There's actually a lot of parrot owners who now don't clip their bird's wings, and will let them fly outside (they train for a long time for recall training of course) It's growing more popular!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you! Comments like this are why we continue to spread awareness of the dangers of clipping and try to educate people on training their birds to recall.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

@@phoebezhang1190 you’re so right. It’s getting more and more popular!

[@elsamcb396]

exactly my thought!

[@lizzieborden9302]

My macaw also gets outside time, she however doesn't really seem to like flying. Nothing wrong with her, she just prefers to stay on the ground 🤷

[@ShaneSILVA187]

2:10 love how the parrot rolls on his back like the dog..lol

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Haha yes. Our last video shows the first time she rolled onto her back and it’s actually a sign of complete trust and love!

[@OWK000]

It's so nice to see people letting their pet birds fly. So much more happiness and trust.

[@juliescott9485]

So great!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you. We have worked very hard to allow her the freedom of flight and love sharing it with you

[@elliana2]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw how old was Shelby when she met Shadow? Thanks! I am hoping to pair up similar animal friends one day...

[@RayEttler]

not possible with budgies

[@mytuberecap5346]

"I love this colorful flying doge" - Shadow

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Funky looking pigeon 😂😂

[@mytuberecap5346]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw Wow if it isn't the flying doge herself!!

[@widgetsareus8850]

"Dog And Parrot Who Didn't Get Along Spend Every Single Moment Together Now." I really enjoyed this animal version of the Odd Couple.

[@barbaradavis8452]

Thats a good title.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

They really do love each other now, we are lucky to have them both

[@aranciameccanica9560]

The friendship between animals is outstanding 👏👏

[@DogsArePawesome]

Very

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yesss

[@reefer674]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw eyyyyy you're here

[@sunnydaze2359]

@David Lee exactly. 👏👍🏼

[@aranciameccanica9560]

@David Lee I fully agree with you,human's nature is destructive.

[@edk412]

That she flies and he runs along with her is absolutely stunning and amazing. Love this!!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you so much. 💜

[@bjl4782]

I've never seen a pet bird who's allowed outside to fly around. Marvelous! Birds are meant to fly!

[@sunnydaze2359]

So true. It kills me to see birds caged just so we can look at them when we want to. Humans are so thoughtless.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

We share so so many videos on our channel of Shelby in free flight and the beauty of allowing pet birds to fly. We hope it becomes the norm

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

@@sunnydaze2359 so true. Heart breaking

[@emperorofpluto]

It’s called free flying. A lot of people do it especially with the larger parrots like Macaws. In Sydney there’s a family that has a flock of blue and gold Macaws and although they hang out at the house they’re free to just fly around wherever they want. In the inner city too, but they live near an enormous park.

[@sol5916]

The wild instincts of most birds kick in when they are allowed outside. They just kind of forget that they have a home already. Animals like parrots are a bit different due to their unusually high intelligence. But it's very rare to pull it off with a bird like a parakeet.

[@lazyyoutubename3468]

I love that they let the parrot fly around instead of keeping her in a cage all day.

[@loisbowers5254]

My old neighbor had a parrot and he let it fly free and it chewed the tops of the door off and a lot of the walls of the room. So you really have to be careful with that. They can do a lot of damage to your home.

[@italoman9]

I wish all the world could just be Shelbys and Shadows. ❤️🎁🤗

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Oh my god me too 🥺

[@jaguarjake8226]

Awww I find it so cute when two different species love each other,I find it a beautiful sight, Animals are the cutest most amazing creatures ever and deserve love, happiness and more🐶🐱🐻🦊🐯

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you 🥰

[@SuperWittleGuy]

Geezus, Dodo! Continuing to melt my heart on a daily basis! :)

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Haha right!

[@TuckytheBeachDog]

so true Wittie

[@lauraroberts9066]

Shadow looks just like our family dog we had for 16 yrs!!!Still miss our Luther!What beautiful bestie's!🐦

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Lots of people have said Shadow resembles their dog too haha.

[@davidryan4219]

Hi

[@pattysouza2954]

They became family to each other. I love seeing stories like this.

[@vanman757]

Never let down or, dissapointed with The Dodo odd couple, stories... Love it !!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Aw thank you so much. We loved working with them and spreading the love

[@blackraven763]

Beautiful animals! Noticed how the dog never once opened his/her mouth when near or next to the parrot? Gave it just nudges with mouth closed. So freaking SWEET. 💘💖

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you! And yes! We want people to notice this too, he’s super gentle with her!

[@juliephillips5364]

Omg that was so beautiful especially when you let her fly freely ❤

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you! And yes, it’s so important that she can fly every day

[@juliephillips5364]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw it was lovely to see thanks

[@davidryan4219]

Hi

[@denisebethany5691]

That is so cool. Great to see a parrot flying around and stays with his best bud!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

They absolutely adore flying and running side by side. It’s a wonder to see

[@imalwaysright]

How cool that Shelby has outdoor space to fly and then always comes home 🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@annie6413]

This is so beautiful to see a parrot without its wings feathers cut

[@davidryan4219]

Hi

[@ashirrizvi5356]

Same with mine I adopted a neglected macaw and he hated my dog but slowly they became buds but now my dog gets annoyed because the macaw wants to prine him. But my dog is a Doberman and is a sweetheart

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Aw this is so cute. Shelby preens Shadow too, and he isn’t a fan haha. He has no idea what she’s trying to do 😂😂

[@davekeith7504]

Really great to see a free unkliped bird flying free and happy to return .Your good folks.

[@tryingtobebetter220]

I love the fact that their bird is allowed to fly outside!!! They both have a great life!!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you so much. Comments like this are why we do what we do ❤️

[@tryingtobebetter220]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw You guys are amazing people!! 🙏🙌

[@j051eb8]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw I'm also amazed to see that you let her fly free, as she's supposed to. But is there a specific reason you don't get a second one? I mean it's lovely to see how well she gets along with you and the dog, but after all these are animals that usually live in big swarms and have one partner for life. She's probably not unhappy the way she lives now, but maybe you could get her the best life possible by allowing her to have a partner - one with feathers. I don't think that humans or dogs could replace that partnership, especially considering how much longer a parrot lives than a dog. Like I said, I do think you are already providing a good life for her, but maybe there is room for improvement. I wish all the best for you and your furry and feathery friends🤗.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

@@j051eb8 this is the plan but the timing and circumstances need to be just so, so as not to affect Shelby negatively (we can’t assume she will just get on with any old bird, she could hate it) but also so as not to impact the family negatively in any way. Pairs of birds isn’t necessarily essential but we would like another soon

[@j051eb8]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw thank you for the answer, I hope you will be able to find her a new friend that fits right into your family, good luck

[@crystalyana9533]

The way the bird lays on its back in front of the dog is a big sign of trust!!❤️

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Completely right! We filmed the first time she ever rolled on her back for him and yes it’s a huge sign of trust. Birds are of course extremely vulnerable in that position. Our latest vid on the channel shows it

[@loisbowers5254]

Maybe the parrot is doing what he sees the dog do.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you so so much for sharing our story! Our latest video goes into more depth about Shadow and Shelby’s relationship! 🥰 And for those interested Shelby, is a free flying macaw! She is trained to a high standard in recall and so is free to fly as much as she pleases 🦜

[@pinadevos]

They did not clip the parrots wings, that is just beautiful. 🤗

[@pisces3786]

Seeing them letting her outside to fly is the best

[@cathycarsilli3999]

Adorable

[@brianbickle7395]

For anyone thinking they’d love a parrot, they can live 40/50 years

[@TieDyeVikki]

Some even 80 years. It's something you need to address in your will.

[@moonbubbles3046]

Some of those still photos were just extraordinary. What a pair!

[@davidryan4219]

Hey Laura

[@ZeldaBaby999]

Animals can teach us a lot about enjoying each others differences, and making the most of our lives together!

[@mookyo9602]

MY CHEEKS HURT FROM SMILING SO MUCH!!!😄love this✌

[@siam5579]

How adorable 😍❤️❤️ animals never cease to amaze me, they’re just incredible in every way 🌺🌸🌹💕💜

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

How to I like this comment over and over again 😙

[@jamesdooling4139]

Parrots are amazing pets if you are patient, crazy and receptive to their jealousy.

[@machpodfan]

A brilliant odd couple--the world is still full of wonder...

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@thoughtfortheday7811]

I love dogs. I love parrots. And these two love each other. And how great they both have space to run and fly.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@AaronShenghao]

Wolves and Ravens are good friends in the wild. 10000 years later...

[@azmovement79]

... outdoor flying & fun !! 😍 (ty)🌞

[@michellefarrugia852]

Beautiful family!

[@davidryan7992]

Hi

[@yehudis8]

Adorable..💞

[@davidryan7992]

Hello

[@allanstory8556]

This is adorable already

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

You’re early 😍

[@raqueldobson1]

Love how the dog turns around as if to check his parrot buddy is coming 💕

[@prathmesh6010]

Love makes your life beautiful

[@lynby2108]

How great to see a parrot that’s not kept in prison (a cage).

[@Dare-Knight]

Then do not buy these birds. 😴

[@lynby2108]

@@Dare-Knight I would never buy a bird I’m an animal rights advocate and vegan.

[@jaymac7203]

The Parrots so careful not to stab his snoot with her sharp beak 🥺 Lol

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

I know haha. Although sometimes she’s not so careful lol

[@frogtaco9591]

Glad he can at least fly around

[@stjimmy1642]

This needs to be a TV show

[@kwutopia10]

I'm in LOVE 💕😘❤️🤗 BEAUTIFUL seeing him fly with pup following !!! 👍

[@davidryan7992]

Hi

[@kwutopia10]

@@davidryan7992 hi

[@kwutopia10]

@@davidryan7992 is this your dog & Macaw ?

[@davidryan7992]

@@kwutopia10 so where are you from.

[@kwutopia10]

@@davidryan7992 is this your dog & Bird in video ?

[@jansmall72]

Dog and parrot are so cute playing looks like they have a special bond they look like they have a friend

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

They really love each other

[@BTTRFLIKISSEZ]

I loveeee SEEING another blended family 💑✨✨✨🦜🦜🐶🐶‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️💖💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@janewhite384]

Nice to see a tamed bird flying outside free and not stuck in cage like alot pet birds are

[@l.daniels168]

I wish we here in the US could all get along like these two lovely creatures. What's happened to our humanity? So sad....

[@birdlover7776]

Animals can teach us to be better🌈

[@Peace-lr7mt]

People believe the non-stop propaganda being pushed on them. That's what creates the anger we are currently dealing with. If they'd do their own research, people would get along and realize, those in power are the enemy to us all.

[@birdlover7776]

@@Peace-lr7mt agree there

[@l.daniels168]

@@Peace-lr7mt Amen to that, amen!

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

I totally agree. Our last video, also about shadow and Shelby, shares the importance of loving each other

[@crooky9707]

This is awesome. If a dog and a bird can love each other, maybe there is hope for me. :D

[@crooky9707]

@David Lee ;)

[@Iloveyoursmile]

When Shelby is flying and than coming back to her family it’s amazing.

[@jessicadriscoll4948]

It's so cool to watch them interact. They developed their own body language.. a mixture of bird and dog. I love it!

[@jessicadriscoll4948]

@Allen Webber Yeah Dodo has an animal Odd Couple category of videos. Many shows and categories have the label of "odd couple." It's derived from this famous classic old tv series called, "The Odd Couple." It's based on 2 people who are completely different in every single way, but manage to form a friendship.

[@jessicadriscoll4948]

@Allen Webber I find it so fascinating too. Especially the fact that they took the behavior that each species shows when they are expressing love or contentment, and then dialed it back and blended it so that they don't hurt each other, yet they can still tell what each one is expressing.

[@jessicadriscoll4948]

@Allen Webber I completely agree!

[@brittnieparker9606]

I needed to see this today. I absolutely love this. The way that animals are just so loving no matter who or what you are.... I wish humans could be this way.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

I hope you’re ok, and I’m glad we put a smile on your face. ❤️

[@jaycuzman625]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw you are very kind

[@davidryan7992]

Hi

[@Panosptr]

The sad thing is that the parrots lives for decades (40-80 years ) while the dogs for 15-16 years.

[@SS_DT]

That’s why their time together has so much meaning, though. Everything is fleeting, but it’s our memories that make it matter.

[@SuperChaos002]

It's only sad that doggos don't live longer.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yes this is very true. We did a video about how thing may turn out for Shelby and shadow on our channel

[@jaycuzman625]

I wish this had not been posted. What's the point?

[@stefanmes2250]

All 4 (at least) love each other. Every day is a gift anyways

[@strawberrybabee1983]

Parrots are just so lovley!!!!!!!!

[@user-dk5vj2br1o]

If you have had dogs..you know that face n its meaning!lol😂

[@kajundraionking3923]

I love these!

[@lindatyler3372]

That's adorable 😍!

[@davidryan4219]

Hey Linda

[@jaykay6387]

Very heartwarming to see animals develop a friendship, it's really remarkable and very special.

[@1996pola]

So beautiful and funny

[@jemmawolf6508]

What's with all the down thumbs, this just made me really happy seeing them Together!

[@raminkhajavi9513]

I dont think it's good to encourage this to public at large, as many parrots get fatally injured by dogs too close, even if unintentional bite

[@taylormade9971]

So this dog is basically that birds emotional support animal... Lol, I love animals especially dogs...

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yes 🥺

[@jaycuzman625]

And vice versa

[@asjaasja7642]

Flying free birdie 😍 what for awesome friends ❣️💞

[@susansempf5709]

I am amazed that your wonderful bird can fly free ! Happy bird , Happy dog ! Awesome pet parents !

[@davidryan7992]

Hey

[@loganpartin7419]

i love your vids

[@hatsuhioki9361]

So dog and a parrot were living together in this house...

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Yes 👏🏼

[@hatsuhioki9361]

@@ShelbyTheMacaw i alluded to start of joke :D

[@rajkumarpillai3865]

CUTE parrot 🐦+Doggy 🐕 👌 lovely friendship between them 👏👏👏

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@debbyangenni4616]

SO BEAUTIFUL, IT ONLY PROVES THAT ALL SPEICES CAN GET ALONG WITH PATIENTS AND MUCH LOVE. 🥰🙋‍♀️🦜🐕🙋‍♂️

[@TuckytheBeachDog]

so true

[@barbaradavis8452]

Try letting the parrot ride on the dogs back. Have They done that yet?

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

We have tried but Shelby is having none of it. She did land on his back once out on a walk and stayed there for about 1 second lol

[@davidryan4219]

Hi

[@ludicrousone8706]

It is never ok to keep a single bird. Birds need a bird partner of the same kind. When they're young it's very cute, but once they reach maturity it's very frustrating for them. In the best scenario they become neurotic and clingy, or they become sexual frustrated and aggressive. Either way this is no life for an animal that can live for decades.

[@raminkhajavi9513]

Thank you. Firstly, i dont think it's good to encourage this irresponsible behaviour to public at large with dog too close, even if unintentional bite. As parrots get fatally injured by such incidents. It is the parrot, whose life is being risked here. I got an Amazon from a neighbor who passed away. I have had it for 14 years. He had it for 8. I dont know it's history. I would never buy parrots. I dont want to support nest thieves and breeding for a life of captivity. The amazon is happy as i give it liberty and it flies. But i do need to find some parrot friends, as it's just me. We have bonded. It flew away and came back. But risky when i am outside in yard or balcony a little bit, which it enjoys. I do need to find and follow a flock down south perhaps.

[@Mountain_Drew]

I loooooved seeing Shelby fly outside

[@michellecox1742]

It was neat seeing Shelby.

[@Gunslinger_VR]

Bird

[@Nina-rg8es]

Bird is the word...

[@piercedangel1623]

I'm going to be blunt and honest. Mixing fur and feathers is not okay. You may think it's cute, but it's unsafe, and incredibly irresponsible. Mammalian saliva is toxic to parrots, a dog is a predator, and you think it's cute and that they're friends - but I've heard it all before, they're "friends" until instinct kicks in. I have seen parrots with beaks ripped off, wings ripped open, feathers pulled out, bones broken, and worse still, DEAD, becuase of irresponsible owners allowing their dogs to mix with their parrots, and they all said the same thing "my dog/cat is fine with my bird, they're friends" If you truly love your bird. Please do not try this at home. Thanks.

[@raminkhajavi9513]

Thank you for sensible comment. I totally agree. Encouraging irresponsible behaviour to public at large, and as u mentioned many parrots fatally injured by dogs too close, even if unintentional bite. Also, thank you for letting me know about mammalian saliva. I will not chew up bread for my Amazon again!

[@piercedangel1623]

@@raminkhajavi9513 this is what Google says about mammalian saliva: Given that humans are mammals, the general consensus is that mammalian saliva potentially contains bacteria which may cause sepsis in the avian bloodstream. As such, most veterinarians and avian websites caution against allowing one's pet birds to come in contact with mammalian saliva and reference it as being toxic. It is a small risk with human saliva, but still the risk is there.

[@raminkhajavi9513]

@@piercedangel1623 i appr8 da info! And your sensibility!

[@kroakie4]

That picture of the two with the parrot lying on her back and holding the dogs paw was so sweet!

[@samanthalamboy7251]

He held on his foot like a perch 😂 its awesome that you can let him fly free like he deserves.They are both special together and your a wonderful owner...✌💙🙏

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you so much 🥺

[@dstew8]

The Shelby macaw channel promotes proper macaw care yet, a dog is such a danger not only because of there size but because there saliva is highly toxic to birds. They are so beautiful together however it will only take 1 slip up for things to turn sour. I hope this never happens but the risk is there.

[@chasedbyvvolves9256]

People get so weird when anyone points out how stuff like this isn't cute, it's neglect. That first clip is just awful.

[@Forlfir]

Blue macaws are actually a vulnerable species, people should not be buying them (or any other bird that is, they aren't supposed to be locked up for your pleasure)

[@TarskinNL]

Wow, I don't think I have seen so many falsehoods in a single sentence but let's deconstruct them. Lie 1; B&G macaws are a vulernable speces, while in reality they are classified as 'least concern'. Lie 2; Implication that a pet bird has an effect on the wild population, while in reality any animal on the CITES registration must be bred in captivity and has the relevant paperwork (in a civilized country) and Falsehood 3; you imply that many folks keep them locked up for their pleasure while in reality many people have free-flying uncaged birds.

[@Wendy-bd9zu]

A house full of love ♥️

[@DARWINZOO]

Best I've seen on Dodo. Especially the bird flying free

[@lindagarcia8853]

OMG, HOW PRECIOUS UR CHILDREN R♡♡♡♡ GOD BLESS U ALL, SENDING HUGGS N PRAYERS TO ALL ♡♡♡♡SUCH A PRECIOUS PAIR♡♡♡

[@cindyaraya7317]

Awww!! So precious!!! 🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️💋💋💋💋😘😘😘😘

[@bigjake2061]

Carlie, Dan, Shadow and Shelby what a beautiful and loving picture.

[@Privstuff]

Nice to see the parrot flying free outside. So many end up confined indoors.

[@ShelbyTheMacaw]

Thank you so much. We love to spread awareness of the beauty of free flight