How To Tame A

Yes, generally a parrot from an exotic bird store is tame and friendly. That is one advantage to getting your fid from a shop. However, sometimes it takes a little while to sell a parrot and they don't always get handled and loved while they wait. So, they can 'forget' how to be tame.
You can re-tame them, especially if they have been hand fed. It just takes time and dedication.
Decide how quickly you want to tame your parrot. The more time you spend with your parrot, the faster the taming will go. When I'm taming a parrot, I try to spend 6 hours a day with them. For that time, I have them either on me or at least in my proximity. They can be near by on a perch or on my shoulder (shoulder is only for a small parrot or one I don't think will bite/hurt me or my ear or face).
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[@kaijames8416]

i just got a 3-4 year old parrotlet. he just keeps flying away and doesnt want me much. it makes me a bit sad, but im trying hard. he was in a cage for four years, so i dont want to clip his wings because i want him to fly all he wants. it makes it a lot harder. any tips for older parrotlets?

[@ParrotBliss]

That's tough. If you can, I'd get a 2nd Parrotlet baby to bond with. As the baby gets older and bonds with your guy, he/she will teach your guy that you are ok, if not great.

[@jawadshahriarshapnil9851]

If I go with the not clipping method then how much time will it take? My parrotlet is 3 months of age and it wasn't hand raised.. it was with other birds 😕 he isn't familiar with human

[@ParrotBliss]

It will take too long if not hand-raised...

[@christiesilva6918]

Love your videos, you know so much about parrots, didn.t know the baby parrotlets nip alot...thanks

[@ParrotBliss]

Thank you for posting! Yes, Babies go through a nippy stage

[@littlemidwestrebornsdolls]

Good tips for bonding and taming your parrot. Thank you. 🦜

[@ParrotBliss]

Anytime! Thanks for commenting!

[@donnanelson9181]

I have a family member who has an African Gray parrot they got as a baby. The bird is now about 25 years old. He hasn’t been out of his cage since he was a baby. They don’t clean his cage other than changing the paper in the bottom of the cage and the food dishes, and only because they can do these two things without getting the bird out of the cage. The rest of the cage is filthy. They say he is perfectly happy and they base this on the fact that this bird doesn’t pluck his feathers, he talks a lot and he eats well. I have tried repeatedly to convince them to re-home him to someone who will let him out to fly and be a bird. It sickens me that they treat this poor bird this way. I’d report them to the local animal welfare but they’d know it was me and it would create a lot of problems within our family. Is it possible that this bird is content because he just doesn’t know any different? Any suggestions?

[@ParrotBliss]

It depends on how much responsibility you want to take. You can offer to do things like clean the cage, take the bird. If you developed a relationship with their parrot, they may feel more and more comfortable letting you clean the cage, bring toys or have the bird visit you. You could even offer money for it. I'd love to hear If you are able to do something to help their AG.

[@angelrocco2024]

they are called celestial parrotlets in the uk

[@exasperated]

Saw a couple of parrotlets earlier (unless I was looking in the wrong cage, guy said they were yellow lutinos, but they looked green with yellow chests to me *shrug*) but I was told as they weren't hand raised they'll never be tame. In fact, they'll never go back to their cage of their own accord, even. Was also told as long as I had a decent sized cage, they'd never have to come out anyway. The guy has apparently birded his entire life, but... I don't know. Somewhere between uneasy and unconvinced by what he said. Is there any truth to it?

[@ParrotBliss]

I did a video reply for you - did you see it? studio.kzbin.info3bpkhn7CMYI/comments

[@paullangton-rogers2390]

I once rescued a badly injured dove I found on a road which had two damaged wings and was bleeding a lot. After caring for his wounds with a trip to the vet I managed to nurse it back to health as his wings were not broken It took 3-4 weeks and during this time he wasn't eating so I had to find ways to feed him and get him interested in food. One thing he loved was the white stringy bits inside banana which I dangled over his head like a worm lol. Then gradually he started eating seeds from my hand. He got tame surprisingly fast after being really scared and backing away at first. It was so rewarding to see him fly away from my hands after those weeks living with me and seeing him ready to fly. He did a circle flight and perched in a tree near my apartment balcony briefly as if to say I'm ok thank you!

[@ParrotBliss]

I had a similar experience - found a nest on the ground outside after a storm. Fed the Blue Jays (2) parrot formula and then weaned them. When they were ready, we let them live in our back lanai so they would get used to be outside. When they seemed ready, we let them go. Now I smile every time I see one around my house and I swear they are the ones I raised! (As if, but it makes me happy to think so :)

[@sevxred.hand_]

no one: not a single soul: birds: SCREEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@jojo1828v]

I agree with not clipping wings unless it's necessary too. I think it takes their natural bird ability. I pay too because my one parrotlet thinks its great fun to fly around when it's time to go in the cage for bed 🤣 They can be stinkers some times!

[@ParrotBliss]

Exactly!! Try saving treats for bed time, that might help get your Parrotlet to bed :)

[@annasher7187]

You don’t get a parrotlet cause you want a nice bird. You get a parrotlet when ya want an asshole lol I speak from the heart as a parrotlet lover

[@ParrotBliss]

Realistic - I’d say you know parrots and what they can be like!

[@angelrocco2024]

i have 2 bright blue parrotlets but yeah they keep climbing the cage :/

[@tongue-tiedcartel4214]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I will most certainly use this. Your video gives me hope and motivation to be an better bird dad.

[@ParrotBliss]

Aw! Thanks for saying so!

[@kaleighking2560]

I brought home a pacific parrotlet about 2 weeks ago and he seems to be too used to me meaning he does not like being in his cage and if someone is in the room while he is in there he will throw a tantrum trying to get out. When he is out he does not like being anywhere besides on me, like burrowed in my hair or on top of my head. Had this happened to you in the beginning with your parrotlet? Any tips to make him comfortable being away from me in his cage and on a perch outside of his cage etc?

[@ParrotBliss]

I'll make you a video, but consider getting a second Parrotlet.

[@kaleighking2560]

@@ParrotBliss Okay, thank you. I love that he wants to be with me but i want him to be able to sit places while I am doing stuff

[@piratefishmama9096]

i'm actually really glad you mentioned that sometimes it does take a longer time to tame them, i've had my parrotlet since june this year (the only place i could get one from was a pet shop and unfortunately he was all on his own, kind of a grumpy grump from the get go) and i keep seeing videos of people getting them to do tricks, getting them to step up and being able to play with them, but mine is just a grump! He doesn't want to step up, I've tried all the recommended methods to teach him, he doesn't wanna play, he rarely wants to come out of his cage, he just wants to relax and get the occasional head scratch and sunflower seed treat from my hand, which he does now allow me to do. Sometimes i feel like i'm doing everything wrong since he's my first bird, but knowing you have a parrot there who does stay in the cage a lot and is taking longer to tame, makes me think that maybe i'm not doing so bad haha.

[@ParrotBliss]

I just brought home one of my dream parrots 🦜 - a Golden Conure. He's only 10 weeks and he already cuddles and wants pets. I recently brought home a Grey Cape parrot who sat in the pet store for 8 months. He is ok, but he'd prefer to be left alone.... Once they've been conditioned to be by themselves for their 'formative' months, it's hard to bring them back to a friendlier and more loving social mode - which is more natural to them. So, be patient. He's lucky to have you - and Parrotlets make great pets, so don't give up. You may want to try getting a second, young one. You may not be able to put them together because of the age difference, but when the older one sees you bonding with the younger one, he'll more easily follow suit. Also, if he takes to the younger one (which I've never seen Parrotlets not take on a friend/mate) then he'll be more comfortable being social. You just have to make sure to spend a lot of time with them both. Let me know how things go - it sounds like you are doing the right things and he'll just take TIME to come around. :)

[@paullangton-rogers2390]

Why do they bite rings a lot? I've seen so many do this young ones and adults. Maybe they are just curious about shiny things and think its a toy or is it something to do cleaning/sharpening their beaks? I read on Wikipedia many of these parrots have the same intelligence and cognitive ability as a higher primate or a 2 year old human child which really surprised me.

[@ParrotBliss]

They like shinny things? Seriously, don't know -- but I've heard you have to be careful and that I'd be surprised when they took a stone from my ring. Hasn't happened -- I often only wear my Oura ring -- given up on necklaces, most earrings, rings....

[@Adoranimals]

I just bought 2 parrotlets yesterday from a pet store and they were being hand fed with milk powder for birds..when I brought them home they are so afraid of being touched or hand fed by me.. I have a quaker parrot as well and when I take the female parrotlet out of her cage she runs straight up to the quaker and they start biting each other lolll..I'm so confused how to tame them now. how should I teach them not to fight with each other? and the parrotlets don't step up on my hand yet..I guess I need a lot of time to tame them both

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, don’t forget that one of the most important thing is it’s time. You need a lot of patience too. Unfortunately, if they are fighting with the quaker, you might have to bring them out separately. To tame them, you can have them out one of the time or you can have them out together. The key is to spend a lot of time with them. If you just brought them home, you just barely started!

[@Adoranimals]

@@ParrotBliss thanks for replying back..today I took them out one by one. the female isn't as scared as the male..she even sat on my kid's hand for a while before going back into the cage herself..the male isn't willing to even understand what we r trying to teach him..bt I guess it will take alot of time and patience like u said..its been about a month ago i bought a quaker parrot and till now he doesn't like stepping up on our fingers, unless I put some seeds on my arm then he steps up onto my arm..greedy lil bird hahaha

[@timklarenbeek9538]

Can you make a parrotlat tame without it being hand fed? I am getting one this weekend who is 7 weeks old. So exciting :)

[@ParrotBliss]

Yes, not as easy, but yes

[@timklarenbeek9538]

@@ParrotBliss you have advice on how to tame one? I was thinking about having a linnie but after seeing your vids i decided to have a parrotlat!

[@ParrotBliss]

@@timklarenbeek9538 congratulations!

[@cabbage_0]

Thank you for the tips! I just got a parrotlet today and even though I’ve done research before I am still super nervous.

[@ParrotBliss]

Don't be! You will love having a Parrotlet! And, if you have any questions you can post them here or on Facebook, join the group, Parrot Bliss flock

[@TDods21]

I have a female clipped hand fed but not tame. I've been training inside the cage because she won't do it outside and just wants to fly off outside of the cage. Been using a carrier also

[@ParrotBliss]

Keep at it- depending on her age, it will just take time. You can also get a tame Parrotlet and bond with him/her. Then he/she would show your girl that all is well with you. And your Parrotlets would both enjoy the company :)

[@TDods21]

@@ParrotBliss thank you for your reply. I'm sure you're busy with all your parrots. I watch all your videos. I think she is 3 to 4 months. Had her one to two months. I think she's scared and or just wants to go back to her cage

[@ParrotBliss]

@@TDods21 if she’s that young then she should come around pretty soon. Be patient with her, she wants a flock and she will bond with you- try to spend as much time with her as possible, which is what flocks do. LMK how it goes-

[@TDods21]

@@ParrotBliss okay thank you. That's what I've been trying to do but is hard. The only thing she's comfortable with in or out of the cages snuggling up next to something whether it's a toy or a hand. Never seen anything like that before. I'm starting to wonder if she was really hand fed or not

[@ParrotBliss]

@@TDods21 I wondered the same

[@heatherneff1268]

I love your birds!!! Parrotlets are my fav! And you have good information! But the birds are so loud it’s hard to hear you without blasting the volume......just an fyi. Maybe mouth piece closer to you....and further from the chippers!

[@ParrotBliss]

I super-appreciate the comment. Yes, they are of the quietest, but... Ugh! Get'm all going and.... 😀

[@miamianz]

i have a parrotlet and he does not want to be anywhere near me , i go him at 2 months ive tried food treats wating etc.. he hops on my fingers when hes on the ground but thats it other than that hes like no thanks stay away. im beyond sad. but i guess ill just have a bird i can pick up off the ground.

[@ParrotBliss]

How long have you had him? Have you considered getting another? A second Parrotlet may keep you both company if you spend a lot of time with them.

[@miamianz]

@@ParrotBliss iv had him for about a month maybe. 1.5 months he flies to bottom of cage or just an oids me when i go open it up. All my other birds are in a sepprate room i have him isolated f dr m any other birds

[@ParrotBliss]

@@miamianz What other birds do you have? Personally, the only time I isolate is to quarantine or if a parrot is sick. I suggest putting him/her in the same room, own cage of course, with the others. Birds like knowing there are other birds around. How much time do you spend with her? I spend at least 6 hours with a parrot I'm taming. You don't have to pay attention to them the whole time, but need to be in the same space.

[@miamianz]

@@ParrotBliss 2 greencheeks , 2 english budgies, 1 cockatiel.

[@ParrotBliss]

@@miamianz definitely put them in the same room, diff cage. Let him see the others and spend a lot of time with him

[@m.k6911]

I got a parrotlet 2 weeks ago and his 3 months old, he wasnt hand feed and he is very calm. Now i can give him head scratches and he lets me get close sometimes but he wont EVER stepup. I have been chasing him at some point when i need to leave home right then and there and hes out of his cage. He steps up when he is exhausted of flying away. I dont know if that has caused trauma, which i dont think because he seems totally normal against me, he isnt more scared in my presence. he never bites me and if he does its only by curiousity. It feels like im doing everything wrong. What can I do? Ive tried making him step up with a treat and when he does step up accidently i always praise him. What can I do?

[@ParrotBliss]

Are his wings clipped? Do you only have 1 parrot/Parrotlet?

[@cloroxbitch2491]

I just got an untamed parrotlet. Im guessing the previous owner is around them enough to the point where they aren’t afraid of people/hands but doesn’t hands on tame them. I just got her today and she already felt comfortable enough to step up if I have treat but then she starts biting my hand/wrist and won’t get off 😂 ouch. How do I stop this? She left some marks and kind of broke skin a little and now the bite wounds are swelling 😂 I washed it, alcohol it, and put on some ointment over it but jeez do their bites hurt 😩 But very gentle when using her beak to step up or to grab a tiny seed from my finger 🤷😂 Bc I got her off Craigslist Idk how old she is really. The previous owner said she was born on Jan 8th of this year, but on the Craigslist ad she said they’re 8 wks old but the ad was posted 20 days ago…. The math doesn’t make sense but regardless lol it needs to stop biting

[@ParrotBliss]

Chances are she is young, since she’s biting. The more time you spend with her, the faster she’ll grow out of this phase- which can last until they are about a year old. Then all of mine stopped biting. Be patient and have band-aids, you’ll be glad in the long-run.