Woman raised this bird like a baby. Now he's 50 years old.

[@kerwynbrat5771]

My baby 'too is now 48 years old. I got my boy when he was 6 weeks old. The sad fact is he will outlive me. I have saved up an account for him and already talked to a sanctuary where he can live out his life in joy. I am so worried about him after I'm gone. I am 70 now and he will live another 30 or more years. Maybe I will. I hope so, so that my friend won't be alone

[@lgull1]

that is one large commitment you made

[@AD-sn5en]

I pray you both continue to live a long and happy life together😊.

[@krystlegregory3130]

🙏

[@ChubbyUnicorn]

You have a wonderful soul. You've done the best possible for your bird.

[@gailhasler8435]

How thoughtful of you to make arrangements for him to live in a sanctuary. 🥰🥰🤗😍

[@VoidHalo]

This woman isn't just a typical pet owner. She's practically a zookeeper. She gives these birds the love and attention that a trained and dedicated zookeeper would provide. Only very rare and dedicated pet owners would go to these lengths to provide not just what the animal needs to live, but what the animal needs to THRIVE. She has done that sooo much here. This bird is better cared for than some peoples' kids. I know a lot of kids growing up who didn't have their own room. And I sure as heck never got to chew on the drywall to my heart's content. So jealous about that one!

[@alphabrave1459]

Bro wrote a whole novel 💀

[@aidanreilly9540]

Solid novel

[@grayskindablue]

@@alphabrave1459 lmao I’m concerned about your literacy level if you think a few sentences is a novel.

[@SCP--wc3wb]

@@grayskindablue Who Asked?

[@kittencutie7074]

@@SCP--wc3wb I did

[@donnaccain]

Grumpy turned Flight Club into Fight Club! What a dedicated owner . Glad Grumpy is well loved

[@imaramblins]

Hey, what's the first rule of Fight Club?

[@lindamah9421]

@@imaramblins No fighting!

[@protroll697]

3:36

[@sabina.causevic]

This lady is one of those people who is so funny and doesn’t even know it.

[@BunnyBear27]

34 years for a pet, that's tell how caring people they are

[@Julia-jz5wt]

lol her poor husband

[@blastroisehunt6546]

She would’ve gotten the bird even if she had loss the coin toss ☠️😂

[@BunnyBear27]

@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ There is no God but Allah and Muhammad PBUH is his last messenger.

[@downhomesunset]

They aren’t pets they are family!

[@JibbleBiscuits]

@@BunnyBear27 allah and god are the same thing dumbo

[@vickierobinson6870]

I began in Parrot rescue more than forty years ago. I am 70 years old now and have a 40+ years old wild caught Senegal and a disabled young Green Cheek. I love to run across people like you that have spent years understanding parrot behavior and love them anyway. You're so right in that they never asked to be in our homes. A heartfelt thank you from me and all the people like you and me....we love them anyway.

[@SweetChicagoGator]

Congratulations & deep admiration, bird Lover ! As a boy, I raised budgies in my empty desolate home. 😊🙏

[@harrietking8768]

@Vickie Robinson Beautiful you! And beautiful response ❤️

[@BabyBugBug]

Omg sun conure!!! I have one too! 12 years old and my little baby chicken! ❤

[@radhasen.animalwelfare.5644]

Bless you too for looking after the parrots. If every human being had a natural love for animals, trees, plants and nature the world would be a paradise of peace for the other living beings.

[@radhasen.animalwelfare.5644]

@@SweetChicagoGator 🙏🙏

[@liggerstuxin1]

I grew up with parrots. I know how smart and loving they are. I had one that would guard me when I was sleeping at around 13. My mom would try to wake me up for school and my bird (Joe) would attack her, so she had to crack the door open to try to get me up. She was my guardian angel when I was sleeping. I am now 40 and she is been gone for a while now. So I hope she still is my guardian. I thought she was a boy at first so I named her Joe. I eventually learned she was a girl. I think about her all the time. She was abused before me so it was amazing how affectionate and calm she became. Just couldn’t be next to a broom because she used to attack anyone if they had one LOL. I’m sure that’s courtesy of her nasty owners before me. She wanted nobody but me. She definitely saw me as her mate and she eventually laid eggs. She was so cute. She would take my hand and try to make me pet the eggs. She had very slow deliberate actions about it. I was so sad that I had to remove the eggs that were clearly empty because she did not have any other birds as company at that point in my life. I cried so much when she passed. It amazes me that so many people don’t know how amazing birds can be.

[@kimberlymorgan5827]

Beautiful heart felt story CJ, thanks for sharing.

[@MeowVicious]

Joe sounds amazing and like you gave her the best life.

[@jamesraja1056]

😩

[@a.b.37-f9v]

@panic5 it is a HUGE commitment...be prepared for that!

[@clay4601]

hey if a comment of mine pops out under your comment I’m really sorry, I think it’s a KZbin bug because I had written it for someone else under a very different video and it won’t let me delete it

[@jennifers2561]

“Even if I lost the coin toss, I knew I was getting him.” Spoken like a true animal lover. Great story!

[@GeordiLaForgery]

I think her husband knew it too! hehe

[@monicaarmstrong7773]

Thank you for understanding Grumpy and letting him be a bird! I work at a large exotic bird sanctuary and people actually open windows and let birds go because they don’t understand them, cannot cope with them anymore. These animals are not things to ‘get rid’ of. Humans put them in a position that is not natural, and it’s unforgivable. Please adopt, don’t shop.

[@Shinku_no_sanbun]

Too many people get an animal because they are cute without understanding that they are a living creature with a personality and needs, not something to put on a shelf and look at from time to time.

[@elenalatici9568]

OMG! How cruel. It takes incredible commitment to have a bird, especially a parrot/cockatoo. When I was researching my report about bird smuggling a huge cockatoo fell in love with me. It was an amazing experience. I would have given anything to adopt him, but I lived in a small apartment in NYC. It wasn't at all what he needed. It was so hard to walk away from him. I still think about him and hope he went to another person he fell in love with. I know that a lot of people watch videos like this on KZbin and say they want a bird like that one. I'm always grateful to their humans when they explain the complications that come with them. Showing the chewed up room was a perfect warning.

[@squeakybeak7832]

Monica, thank you for this ❤ so true

[@giselafiege7169]

Absolutely! I pray I get to witness more educated respect for the Animal Kingdom in general! Our species needs to become more humble and stop thinking we are the dominant race and have dominion over this planet. Much Aloha

[@francinefitzgerald6118]

Your absolutely right

[@colbyandbrennen3543]

I had no idea these birds can live for that long. Literally a companion for life.

[@BisexualPlagueDoctor]

Some birds live 80 years In fact, turtles can live (although rarely and only for some tortoises) for around 200, usually a little less though

[@Erlrantandrage]

This is why having a parrot isn't really having a pet and shouldn't be treated the same

[@N0R1.]

its amazing how some animals can live for a century or more!

[@paranaenselol]

@@encyclopediabirdtannica I have a paraket ( I think its the name in english ) and he had a mate a female that was with the one before him that died and she died so for now hes alone but I will buy him a other mate that he will have babys with oh and almost forgot they have a giant cage big enought for at least 4 small birds and he has a proper diet so do you think he is ok and will be?

[@johnallenbailey1103]

They'll out live you!

[@bbpyb]

To Grumpy’s human mom: you are a blessing not only to Grumpy but also to the world: it is a better place because you are in it. Thank You.

[@breadandcircus1]

True!

[@gisellethesquid]

Birds live that long? What kind of bird is Grumpy?

[@wendysickinger4172]

You are wonderful, you touched my heart!

[@anneterry3660]

you tip the scales to the good each day on this earth.

[@salm8990]

TRUE!! And real

[@simonmarsh9157]

Love that end clip where she said that even if she had lost the bet she would still have got him, really good attitude and very funny.

[@olliefoxx7165]

How's that a good attitude? She agreed to something and was going to do what she wanted regardless? Owning a bird like Grumpy is a huge commitment. Think of how much other people in her life was sacrificed for her wants.

[@SlamDunkPyro]

@@olliefoxx7165 do you just assume every couple has 0 communication skills like healthy adults or is that just your little bubble?

[@olliefoxx7165]

@@SlamDunkPyro I didn't assume anything, you did. I went by her own words and actions. Maybe you should work on your communication skills.

[@Jaylin7878g]

@@olliefoxx7165 ppl don’t like the harsh truth

[@sunneedaizz781]

@@Jaylin7878g agree. olliefoxx7165 has issues.

[@melissadepagter4263]

My Amazon was 37 years old when he passed away from liver disease. I had him the entire time it was like losing a child. That was 3 years ago and the pain is still as fresh as yesterday. I will always miss him

[@constancelindsey3946]

I cant imagine your pain! My Hahns McCaw is 31 years old and I have had him since a baby..he grew up with my kids...I would be devastated...God bless you and may healing from your loss happen soon....one day at a time.

[@spinel6786]

Holy fuck i am so sorry

[@theTruthSeekerishere]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Unpopularopinion1960]

It’s an animal not a child, there is no comparison between the two. Can’t stand when people do that.

[@ghostnebula8805]

@@Unpopularopinion1960Can’t stand people who have no empathy or understanding.

[@Andrew-yv2vd]

“Even if I didn’t have won the coin toss, I would have gotten him” idk why but this was moving.. him flying towards the upper window and back was one of the most beautiful cinematography I’ve seen lately. The animals’ sincerity is precious. God bless you for giving him and the other birds you’ve got good care.

[@MathsYknow]

"idk why but this was moving.." Probably not for her husband. :-p

[@brigittecavanagh4291]

Animals are the best.

[@Chandrika-22]

That man didn't stand a chance! 😂

[@chewy99.]

Those people have a massive house! They said that’s just their living room?!

[@seussusamongoose2905]

@@chewy99. yea, America moment 😔

[@loubock3238]

Love this lady, he's like a child to her. People that get these birds don't understand the commitment of 50 years or more. Blessings to the family.

[@TheHorizon-wn9up]

I've had a macaw since I was 2 years old. He just turned 23 in January and will spend his whole life aside me. If someone wants to step up to having a bird like I have GO for IT but do lots of research first. Trust me they can be a handful and they are massive birds

[@reenmaui6363]

❤

[@deeburns1227]

God Bless you sweet lady for caring & loving this sweet bird!

[@shadowdancer2131]

What a sweet boy. Luckily hus parents understand him and has patience with him.

[@Lamiishere]

Cringe af 🤮🤮🤮

[@evaevaeva3131]

@@Lamiishere why🤮?

[@billrobbins5874]

He looks so beautiful in flight. One happy bird! ♥️🕊️♥️

[@shadowdancer2131]

@@billrobbins5874 😊

[@Tranquility32]

My baby is 25 years old, I’ve had her since she was 7 months old. She is a Moluccan cockatoo who should live to be in her 80’s. However, last year she was diagnosed with a terminal joint degenerative disease as well as some bone cancer cells. She is on Celebrex for life, and her daddy and I have decided not to put her through any more invasive surgeries and biopsies with long recovery times, as well as likely amputations (left wing, right foot). We can’t do that to her. We don’t think that she would be happy, we do not think that would be “her”, we do not think she would choose it for herself. So we’ve been keeping a super close eye on her (I work from home), with a focus on keeping her comfortable, getting smaller and softer toys for her to play with, and keep the floor of her cage covered in puppy pads with Terry cloth towels underneath, as she now falls off of her perch frequently during the night. So I do the best I can for her, and I hope she knows that and how much I love her always. I used to think of who in my family would inherit my Cleo, but now I find myself just hoping she has a good day. … and I hope all of you birdie owners have many MANY wonderful fun days with your feathered companions! ♥️

[@1mmickk]

Sometimes you have to let go, the pain it feels is greater than your love for it.

[@marzipanmango]

I think you guys are right to prioritize her quality of life over the length of her life. My great aunt and uncle love cats, and they've paid tens of thousands of dollars getting expensive surgeries for their various cats over the years. Then a few years ago my great aunt had to go through intense chemo, and surgeries for breast cancer. Even though she's in remission she has a lot of issues to deal with (ie. nerve damage in her limbs to the point where she can't walk). Chemo was really rough on her. One of their cats got cancer recently, and instead of putting him through chemo like they would normally have done, they decided to just give him the best life possible until the vet tells them he's suffering and should be put down. I think it's because they know now how frightening and intense these medical procedures are, and don't want to put their beloved cats through the same thing!

[@huviba5826]

Try boron or borax a tiny bit it's regenerate the joints bones and more

[@ctgctg1]

I had a Cleo too who got a rare cancer. Lots of these.❤

[@vickybekker1817]

He is definitely a mamma's boy. Thank you for loving him so much.

[@19Marc79]

No ! He is his mate´s BOSS ! ;_)

[@convoluteduniverse5917]

@@19Marc79 What are you on? 😂

[@19Marc79]

@@convoluteduniverse5917 3:09

[@Gyadi-33]

wow what a beautiful line '' it's not his fault that he get caught from wild'' These line have my heart❤

[@sameerazenib9678]

'Even if l hadn't won the coin toss l would have got him.' Bless Grumpy's mom. She was dead set on saving him and they were made for each other..❤

[@qpsando]

When she said that I thought to myself, "so, a divorce? 😂😂"

[@dabberdan3200]

It’s amazing how love seems to be the cure for all animals. We have a 20 year old cat who’s been treated very well for her entire life

[@hman6159]

Wow

[@kikoredog]

are you saying people don't love their dog who dies at 2 from cancer

[@frstudio3640]

are you saying Gouda cheese is just a crappy version of cheddar cheese

[@lisanyugenhascancer6332]

Even the ones on your plate

[@kennethflaming8606]

I got a cat that is 19 now aswell,unironicaly her name is Vita, she is even hella overweight, she weighs 9 kilo, but like you said got all the attention, quality food, and warmth her whole life i hope all the best for your cat!

[@dixietenbroeck8717]

It's SO OBVIOUS that Grumpy is a well-loved bird. Thank you for trying so hard to fully understand HIS point of view; I'm sure he appreciates you! 👍❤🌴

[@robinlillian9471]

It's healthier and safer for the bird when the humans are in charge. Who knows what chemicals were in that molding he chewed up.

[@prowlprime]

@@robinlillian9471 Yes, thank you so much for being a Debbie Downer. We all really needed your comment.

[@beansworth5694]

@@robinlillian9471 A parent still has a responsibility to improve the capacity of their child to make better decisions and be a better person, though. I'm aware that pet ownership isn't 1:1 with having a child, but it's similar in the way that it _is_ better to have the parent in charge of the majority of things. However, the child can't learn to be more mature or well-behaved in the absence of enforcement if they're not allowed to make decisions for themself. A parent can't critique or correct bad behavior on the right foundations unless they understand the point of view of their child, however unreasonable or absurd to them it may appear. I think that every benevolent power dynamic ought to work in this same sort of nurturing, freedom-granting capacity. Most power dynamics aren't benevolent, however, and I've come to believe that the reason for this is because the governor has no meaningful mechanism to be held accountable by the governed. Understanding the point of view of those with less power is just the first step in learning how to be just, and I firmly believe that this carries over into both parenting and pet ownership.

[@russojones2975]

THIS is what responsibility, devotion and love looks like ❤😊

[@SweetChicagoGator]

Age 50 for a bird, how awesome !! 🥰 Don't we wish that our cats & dogs would live that long?! 💓

[@carolgreen9648]

The birds 50 bud. Says that in the video title. Shes had him for 34 years. He was already 16 when she got him

[@SweetChicagoGator]

@@carolgreen9648 Get a grip on your own flaws Whitey, before you point a finger at others ! Yawl punctuation & grammar is atrocious in ur short paragraph. Commas, apostrophes, possessives, etcetera ! 🤪 Even missing a period in the very last sentence ! 😝

[@prihollis]

If only digs lived this long!

[@childrey14]

Or talk to us. They don't just mimick. They actually learn conversation skills and how to use words in context to communicate.

[@l.s.d.8943]

@@childrey14 that would be creepy af

[@MyMy-zi7yv]

He couldn't have a better person taking care of him in his old age. And wow! 50, I never realized a bird could live that long.

[@natasharivera7090]

some parrots make it to 100 :)

[@lofiz2646]

They can live up to 80 yrs :)

[@verminscum]

50 isnt even really old age for these guys lmao

[@EPIKSAUCE234]

@@verminscum so you're telling me you could get one as a kid and then stick with it for your whole life?

[@augisett]

@@EPIKSAUCE234 in theory, yes you could. I wouldn’t recommend it though. Birds that live that long are usually pretty large and the potential bites are serious, plus with a kid you never know what will happen in their life. It’s pretty hard to being a cockatoo or macaw to college.

[@mirteshappy1]

This made my day!! Such lovely people to take on this little guy and give him a wonderful life.

[@woofer13]

This made my day too. I love the woman and Grumpy....and I can't stop smiling.

[@robinlillian9471]

He should be taught to show some respect for them. Humans should be in charge to control a parrot's destructive behavior.

[@CarniFitMe]

50 years wow. The photos of them as a really young couple with grumpy, really brings that home...50 years together.

[@barbaramckenzie3167]

The bond people develop with birds or any animal is simply amazing. Pets are soooo rewarding and enrich our lives immeasurably. What a heartwarming story!!

[@BjornMaxson-ju5rv]

Hello Barbara, how're you doing today??

[@annieseaside]

Bless you for giving him a wonderful loving home! ❤

[@hamerhaai6274]

Grumpy at the bird club 😂 love his sassy nature. Wish you many more years of joy with this little big bird.

[@oliviachetcuti225]

Beautiful. So very beautiful to see he is one of the family & treated as such.

[@nashitachowdhury25]

I have two umbrella cockatoos myself and this video melted my heart. Thank you for taking such good care of Grumpy. He is so loved❤❤❤❤

[@DJoy221]

What a lady! She has such a big heart ❤ I’m glad she won the coin toss lol

[@sandrajones3455]

Glad you got him, he's beautiful and you can tell he's a happy bird....his feathers are in beautiful shape.

[@nyxsiern]

Flight Club? Nah Grumpy says this is Fight Club! 😄Love him!! So sweet of you to dedicate so much time and love to him! Thank you for giving him the best life!

[@albericetzel]

Lmao, Fight Club.

[@daviderwin3135]

I was literally looking for this comment! Haha 😂

[@cheddarsunchipsyes8144]

No bossy talks about fight club 😤

[@2dthoughts]

1st rule of Flight Club You do not talk about Flight Club

[@all4Hero]

Gawd, I love this woman. Videos of people saving animals - I always feel like the tears are about to burst

[@LisaLGruman]

That was the greatest story.

[@gnarbeljo8980]

You're a beautiful human! The fact there are whole industries of pets that live longer than humans is very difficult for me to wrap my head around. I could never get a pet I know would eventually be homeless due to my inevitable demise. Don't shop exotic birds and animals, adopt if you really know you'll be commited, like this wonderful lady. ❤️🙏

[@RosettaStoned462]

It's imperative that anyone who has a pet makes plans for their pet in the event of their death. It's extremely cruel and irresponsible to do otherwise.

[@annag.6964]

The thing i like most is that grumpy can fly. It is so happy to see these beautiful birds fly.

[@louissartor6294]

What a wonderful woman she is….Her husband is very fortunate and so is Grumpy.

[@carolecoote1926]

What a lovely story. I am so glad you rescued Grumpy. You and your husband appear to be really nice people and although Grumpy doesn’t lead a ‘natural’ existence he couldn’t have had a better life as a pet.

[@bkm2797]

Even if you hadn't won the coin toss you would have gotten him, lol. Thinking you have a Goffins Cockatoo there, he sure is a cutie, and very lucky to have a human family like yours!

[@shiva72945]

Ah, I wondered what kind of Cockatoo it was. Nice one. Not so common.

[@bronte346]

I know my favorite line in the video!

[@emperorofpluto]

I thought it was a Little Corella. There's a flock of them that hang around outside my place in Sydney. Their Latin name is quite hilarious - Cacatua Sanguinea which literally means "bloody cockatoo"

[@anserbauer309]

@@emperorofpluto I don't think so. Quite sure its a Tanimbar corella, also known as Goffin's cockatoo; from Indonesia. The two species do look very similar, but little corellas usually have a larger, bluer eye-ring and are a little larger overall and have a stockier build. Tanimbars are the smallest of the white cockatoos.

[@emperorofpluto]

@@anserbauer309 I stand corrected. We have lots of Little Corellas where I live and they look a lot like Grumpy. I always forget about the SE Asian varieties like Umbrellas, Moluccans etc which are so common in the US.

[@chrisv.4071]

A great story .......he's a beauty ....I wish him many many many more years to come 🤍🤎💜💙💚💚❤🧡🤍🤎🤎💜

[@krism.9363]

What a great mom she is to him. All rescued animals deserve to be adopted into such loving homes. ❤

[@carolginsberg662]

Thank you to this beautiful woman for loving Grumpy so much and making his life so happy! This story fills me with joy❣️

[@marlecmarine5393]

wonderful women, wonderful story, so sad he was caught in the wild......

[@lindamah9421]

Catching birds from the wild is still happening. So sad.

[@elenalatici9568]

Such a great story!!! In the late 80's I wrote a report for Parade Magazine about bird smuggling. A painful subject to research. I bet Grumpy was smuggled. It still goes on. Heartbreaking. What you have done for this bird brought me to tears of gratitude and joy. He gets to fly! Your story about Flight Club is so funny. For him it was Fight Club. So glad your husband came through for you and Grumpy. Now I'm going to watch this again. 🙏🙏❤️❤️🌟🌟

[@MargaLilaandPets]

so funny. I caught that just now = fight club haha!

[@oliviastar3812]

LOL thought same

[@C.E.Thomas1952]

LOL me too. Fight club... brilliant

[@marjaneaalam1353]

So wonderful that he can fly. Thanks for not clipping his wings.

[@lindamah9421]

He was clipped a few times at the beginning and was severely depressed. Now I will never clip him.

[@HighConCannibal]

Birds are NOT easy animals, and once you accept that, you can have a loving relationship with a bird

[@ferretyluv]

I’ve been told that they’re like perma-toddlers.

[@mischr13]

@@ferretyluv yes. flying toddlers with a knife attached to their face 😭

[@emperorofpluto]

Cockatoos in particular need a LOT of affection and social interaction - it's like living with a toddler - but the rewards are unlimited. They're flying antidepressants.

[@BabyBugBug]

They are extremely demanding. I’ve had birds since I was 6 years old. I now have a sun conure who runs my house like the little princess she is lol.

[@BabyBugBug]

They are extremely demanding. I’ve had birds since I was 6 years old. I now have a sun conure who runs my house like the little princess she is lol.

[@christinebuckingham8369]

Thanks for being great bird parents and giving Grumpy a wonderful life! 👍❤️🕊❤️

[@stevenvega719]

Thank you for this. I rescued a love bird that is terrified of people. I’ve had her for six months and the improvement is small. I thought she would never warm up to me, but now after watching this video, I know there is hope for her.

[@mehere8038]

Have you tried touch/stick/target training? That was what got a real breakthrough for me. My 2 still refuse any physical contact, but they've learnt that I'm not going to try & so trust me now. If I ever need to handle them, I wave a towel around first, to let them know I'm going to pick them up & they freak out, BUT they totally trust me when I don't have a towel. Touch training was a huge break through with mine though, cause they learnt a way to interact where they didn't need to have close contact with the scary humans to do it :) Having 2 helps too, as they get confidence from each other & sort of take turns at being brave. Mine have real issues with contact with each other too though, cause of the abuse history, they have more of a trauma bond than a real bond. Anyway, never give up, they do make progress & even if it's small, if you look back at how your bird was when you first rescued her, I'm sure you'll be able to see how much happier she is now & how much better her quality of life is because of you :) I've had mine about 18 months. I like to video & write down their little milestones & that way I can look back & realise "oh wow, I remember that! I'd forgotten! They have come a long way" - although that said, sometimes it's disheartening too, to realise how long ago they did something & that they've really not made any further progress on it since edit:typo

[@danielh12345]

I agree with @Me Here . This type of training is amazing, just remember even the tiniest of progress is progress and patience is key! You'll realise when they aren't interested anymore. Then you stop. Find their favourite treat, get a dog clicker. Click the dog clicker, give them the treat. They'll associate the click with reward / positive experience.

[@stevenvega719]

@@mehere8038 yes. I’ve started petting her head and offering treats so she can associate petting with treats. It does take a long time though. But the progress is definitely there

[@jen_sa]

It is very kind of you to do that. I hope she will be able to trust you soon ♥️

[@SweetChicagoGator]

Never get a female bird they are very skittish ! 😜 I know from experience. Always get a male bird in the future !

[@SanaKhattak-n6m]

honestly, if a women in the 80s with no internet can make an effort for proper bird care. people these days with so much information available at our fingertips dont get theri birds a good life.. its a real shame. its not even about the money. there are so many cost effective ways to be a good bird owner but some ppl just dont wanna face the fact that the animals they bought impusively require time and care

[@jenm1]

People are selfish and think the animals serve them instead of us taking care of the animal and letting them live

[@emperorofpluto]

What a beautiful story. Kindness, compassion and understanding are essential, especially with a larger parrot species like the cockatoos and corellas. *Corellas are easily the most playful of all parrot species - in the wild they spend as much time playing as they do foraging and it's an essential part of their social structure.* There's a large flock of Little Corellas that lives near me in Sydney - in the afternoon they play on the overhead lines, telegraph poles, streetlights, and in the park. They play a game where they spin around in a circle while clinging to an overhead line and flapping their wings. There's no point to the activity apart from _having fun._ They swing around on a chain at the shopping centre - and take turns. Hilarious little clowns. They're a lot of fun to watch. Kudos for adopting - way too many people acquire these highly intelligent, inquisitive, playful little creatures without understanding their social needs - in the wild parrots live in flocks and do _everything_ as a group so they need regular activity and social interaction for their well-being and mental health. A parrot is a companion for life, not a pet, and sharing your life with them brings both unconditional love and endless joy. I have two parrots and love them like my own children.

[@pearlredmoonartist6430]

I love that - "a parrot is a companion for life, not a pet"... yes, yes, yes...

[@kittencutie7074]

You're the best owner any bird could ever ask for. Kudos!

[@Lizzie__Lizzz]

It fills my heart to the absolute brim seeing other bird parents who understand the amount of responsibility it takes to look after a bird properly. A bird is for life and sometimes even longer. They are expensive and need a lot of care and a proper diet. My birds are my children. This lovely lady is an inspiration

[@michellekurtiscole9407]

We also adopted a breeder, who was only semi-tame. We’ve only had him for 4 years and although he still won’t step up he’s made amazing progress. I totally agree with you about adopt and give them the best you can. It’s not their fault they are here in our living room instead in the wild with a mate, flying free. Thank you so much for all you do! Grumpy is a total love! 💕

[@mehere8038]

what's your step up issue? For mine it's that their owner's a little dumb & can't learn that once they step up, the hand MUST remain EXACTLY stationary & perch like, by the cage. Dummy owner seems to think that after step up, the idea is to be able to move them around & they frequently get so frustrated with their owner's inability to learn that they just outright refuse to train, particularly in step up because of it. Most people seem to be able to do step up fairly easily, so I'm curious if your issues are anything like mine, or are something different

[@michellekurtiscole9407]

Just saw this, so sorry for late reply. He’s petrified of being in the air. He’ll step on to my arm if I’m on the floor. If I moved my arm at all he’d jump off. Now he let’s me lift him 5” off the floor! That’s huge progress!! He’s now able to step onto a wire shelf like platform. It’s been 7 years and I believe in approximately 2 more years he’ll be on my arm. It’s slow going but the more he trusts us the more he progresses. Hard to believe I could barely touch him when we first brought him home. ❤

[@M7MDRX]

Such a heartwarming story thank you ❤

[@PREPFORIT]

You both are awesome people and Grumpy knows it !

[@weirdog9645]

Beautiful story and you all did an amazing & loving job giving Grumpy such a great home. Asking Grumpy if he's "worried about climate change and global warming...." or if he recycles was a bit much. Nice story regardless and congrats both your longevity and love.

[@MarkSmith-wi8jv]

people like you that adopt these long-lived animals are wonderful.

[@cuddles4068]

What an amazing story. All that history between you. It's beautiful ❤️🙏🙌

[@shefalibishtbharti9845]

Wow..50years old.You sure take excellent care of Grumpy.👍💓💓

[@mlgauss60435]

How sweet to give him such a good life! You and your husband are angels! ❤

[@robertwilliams060]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@Denise-bcg]

This melts my heart🧡💙🧡. I'm glad Grumpy gets to live such a fulfilling life with you.

[@toybarons]

What a warm, beautiful story. Grumpy was so lucky that you came into his life. I'm from the 80s too and I remember each month going to the pet store to buy BirdTalk. I learned a lot reading that magazine. I really loved those slow motion shots of Grumpy flying. He is so beautiful. Thankyou for sharing his story. It made my day.

[@vickihoffman7851]

So glad to hear people mentioning ‘Bird Talk’ magazine!! I learned so much from them over the years and I was devastated when they stopped publishing!! My cockatiel lived 27 years with my hubby and I - not too bad for a breed who’s lifespan in the wild might only be half that. He brought us so much happiness over the years. We were devastated when he became ill. My hubby passed away a few months ago and its horribly quiet in my house without my husband AND my birdy buddy to talk to. I too would love to have another bird to love, but at my age he would surely outlive me and I couldn’t live with myself not knowing what would become of him when I passed. If anyone reading this in similar circumstances has come up with a solution to cure their ‘bird deprivation’ problem, I’d love to hear about it!

[@MindMaelstrom]

​@@vickihoffman7851 is there a sanctuary or any kind of "bird center" you can visit on a weekly or even daily basis in your area? Or maybe as another lady commented you can adopt one and talk to a sanctuary in order to gift the bird to them when the time comes.

[@eringemini7091]

Grumpy is definitely proof that birds have feelings, as well as HUGE personalities! What a lucky bird to have found such a great family!

[@annepoitrineau5650]

You are very lovely, you, your husband and son, and Grumpy xx

[@backwoodsdixiefarm1098]

He's so wonderful and sweet I can tell you love the parrot so much and he so smart

[@franceshurt3517]

You area beautiful person, thank you for your love xx

[@lindamah9421]

Thank you!

[@katiebunny3396]

This lady is an angel. Bird lovers are lucky your pets get to live so long!

[@eevee.92]

This is amazing I have no other words, I had no idea birds could live for that long!

[@sj-wz4ig]

beautiful lady, beautiful soul. So sad he was taken from the wild but he is living his best life now with understanding owners.

[@dovey4703]

This broke me into genuine laughs!! “Even if I didn’t win the coin toss, I would have got him” 💕💕💕 I’m reminded once again how tolerating, caring and accepting family is. This is wholesome.

[@darlene-MamaD]

Grumpy is quite the character! 💖

[@annsolorzano6817]

Overwhelming joy is seeing any animal getting love, care, attention, and compassion.

[@debbyframzese2280]

That is an incredibly beautiful story of how you got him. Is actually bringing tears to my eyes when you said it is in his fault he was taken from the wild you're absolutely right it breaks my heart that these animals can't be free the way they are meant. But you will be blessed 100 times over for your greatness for what you have done for grumpy he doesn't look grumpy anymore he looks very happy and well adjusted. He is beautiful and so are you for being his mom his mate and his friend🕊❤

[@anthonybradley1555]

50 years old... that is a grand old age for a bird but it is obvious he is well loved and it is really nice he has spent the majority of his life with people that love and care for him

[@vintereventyr_]

50 is not alot for many types of birds. Most parrots get to about 50 while many get much older. He is an old man, but not more extreme than like, a 12 year old cat. Theres been reported a cockatoo that lived to 120 :) Birds live longer than people usally expect, especially budgies, since we are used to giving them horrible diets and not enough training, so they die young, and therefore we expect them to live short lives.

[@Anna_O_va]

Amazing story! His owners are wonderful pet owners who consider him part of the family, being so patient, loyal and understanding with him! ❤ I have a Galah cockatoo for over 15 years and he’s like a child to me! Having a bird as smart and opinionated as a parrot/cockatoo can be challenging though. Like having a toddler that never grows up.

[@stuartgreig2256]

I had a sun conure for 15 years and she was crazy . They are like toddlers throwing strops 😂

[@tylerheinrichs2806]

I'm glad the lady in this video emphasized multiple times how challenging taking care of her bird is, and how certain undesirable behaviors are just inevitable. I think a lot of people who aren't necessarily up to the challenge of taking care of a bird see videos of birds being cute and they think "that looks like fun I want a bird," without knowing what they're getting into. I think it's safe to say that a bird is not the right pet for the vast majority of people. All that said, galah cockatoos are beautiful! I'm sure yours is a very handsome man. What's his name?

[@taniabaildon9696]

I believe Grumpy is a Goffins Cockatoo, which is what my own Santo is. (The Bare-Eyed Cockatoos look very similar as well.) They are extremely clever. You noticed him opening his own cage? Yup. We have to put locks on Santo's cage when we want him to stay inside. That said, he is out about 8-12 hours a day, so don't go feeling too sorry for him. He just can't be left out in the room alone because it is also my home office, and he likes to pull the keys off my computer keyboard, among other things! Santo is also a rescue bird. My husband has two Macaws and an African Grey, and Mom lives with us with her three Parakeets, all rescues. Also 3 dogs in the household, also rescues. We are part of a bird rescue here locally. We don't know how old Santo is, because he came from a hording situation of 13 birds and we didn't get backgrounds on any of them, but his lifespan is about 60 years. One of my husband's Macaws is a Hyacinth, the biggest of all the parrots. She is 36, and can live to be 80-100, so she will definitely outlive us. If you have birds (or any animals really) make sure you have a will that includes them, and make sure you make provisions for where they will go. Even if you are young, you never know the future, and the creatures we promise to love and keep safe forever deserve to have those promises kept, even if we are not around to keep them.

[@USABeauboy]

So special and wonderful. You are a loving sweet woman who has loved this bird all these years.

[@irisolwagen]

Wow! She has him 34 years? That’s a looooooot. And he still looks so healthy and beautiful

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

Yep and will probably outlive them. They can have such long lives.

[@georginashanti4605]

Thank you for showing the longevity of these birds. Obviously you need to be in it for the long haul. This bird precedes the internet. It's amazing the devotion, compassion and compromise that loving humans can show towards animals. He even has his own room!

[@sallytedesco2192]

Beautiful that bird is so loved and well cared for. ❤️ I hope bird lives 50 more years. ❤ ❤ ❤

[@SuperAlphaMale]

such a beautiful family.. god bless you all ❤⭐🙏

[@CondemnedInformer]

I don't say this often, but bless you. Long lived birds like this deserves a family like yours. They all do.

[@morosso1968]

who couldn't love a lovely barking parrot? bless you for keeping grumpy!

[@lynnspillane8651]

Wonderful story! Thank you for loving Grumpy and having him as part of your family! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ninez2698]

You’re the best mom to a feisty nut adorable smart beautiful bird. Thank you for loving him😘🕊️❤️👍🙏😍

[@AtmxDawg24]

What a beautiful story. I lost my Quaker Parrot 7 weeks ago, she was 24 years old. One of the hardest thing about having a pet, is going through that. So I try to find some inspirational videos to help me with my grieving process. Thank you for your and Grumpy’s Story. And Thank you as well Geo Beats. Yes, I’m a subscriber too.☺️

[@BabyBugBug]

Condolences for your loss. It’s like losing a child. ❤

[@AtmxDawg24]

@@BabyBugBug Thank you, I appreciate that, yes it is. I’ve lost dogs as well, between 15-18 years of age. It’s the hardest thing about having pets.

[@maryannpshock955]

Bless you, Timothy; my condolences for the loss of your friend...

[@AtmxDawg24]

@@maryannpshock955 Thank you very much, it’s very appreciated. Although; it’s not the same, My 2 Fur-Babies Cooper and Baby help me go through this. When I’m ready, I’ll try to see about another bird or two. Obviously for me since I had her for so long, this threw me for a loop. In February 2023; she would’ve been 25 years old.

[@uruhabruhshia3563]

My deepest condolence for your bird.

[@geronimokat4500]

You are a great mama…..love and compassion is all these animals need. The anger from Grumpy is probably from being mistreated before you got him. Keep up the great love for animals….keep rescuing other animals, there are many out there that just need someone to love them.🥰

[@AL-fl4jk]

50 years!!! I had no idea they could live that long

[@coralreef909]

Large parrots can live a very longtime the equivalent of human years and in many cases outliving their human companions. They aren’t pets. They are highly intelligent sensitive beings who happen to have feathers. They are a life long commitment.

[@misspad7282]

They can live up to 60 years.

[@AL-fl4jk]

Oh yeah hell no that’s not a pet that’s a life partner

[@jessicaaudate]

@@AL-fl4jk yup

[@amybarratt4227]

@@misspad7282 waaaay longer than that sister

[@RDnAC]

You are so sweet and understanding of your Grumpy Baby who is adorable. I loved seeing him flying in the house.

[@TeReSa-T53]

So happy for Grumpy. He is a cutie pie ❤️

[@alllifematters]

That's so sweet! Quite a commitment of love! And allowing him to be who he is

[@kimmckenzie2497]

Grumpy is a Corella and is actually pretty well behaved based on the video. They’re big on biting, including the hand that feeds them. In Australia, in a flock, you always see them play fighting rolling around on the ground. They also bite/pull feathers off the pigeons when they’re competing for food.

[@ChaseN194]

Actually based on his eyes and coloring he looks more like a Goffin, that said as someone who owns a Goffin, he acts just like mine. Mischievous and very territorial over their favorite people. Super smart and super sassy little creatures.

[@jennifers7465]

Yes he looks like a Little Corella, even has the yellow under feathers. I’m in regional NSW and we get thousands of these guys. They’re so cheeky, even naughtier than the cockies I reckon. I’ve seen a bunch of Little Corellas surround a cockatoo and bully him away. We have chickens and get visited several times a day by the local Little Corella flocks to steal the chickens scratch mix. They’ll happily take on a big fat Isa Brown if there’s some sunflower seed left in the chicken food. They’ve bern gradually destroying all sorts of things around the yard. I’ve had to get my clothesline cord redone about 3 times in the last 4 years. And the padding around the kids trampoline is currently being ripped to bits too! They are cute though and they bring their babies with them (to guilt trip me I reckon lol)

[@amyrodriguez996]

Your such a sweet person for saving him and giving him a good life thank you

[@cathyblock6197]

Such a delightful story. Love to Grumpy.

[@Gregory.Evans66]

I'm just glad that you found each other.

[@novascotiatina1688]

With these tears in my eyes, I wish to thank you for giving him such a loving home.

[@The.Drunk-Koala]

If you heard these Corellas in the wild you won't have tears. They are loud and obnoxious

[@molly_mallard]

Heart warming story!

[@alicelee5045]

Love at first sight. Thank you for adopting Grumpy and loving him. He deserves it.