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| | | From: layne (Original Message) | Sent: 4/9/2003 10:51 PM |
Hey All, I need some info on Cockatoos! May have an opportunity to get a Cockatoo shortly. This bird used to be the sweetest creature until her owners bought a dog that now gets all the attention, and this poor bird has been placed in a room off to herself and gets hardly any attention anymore. They tell me she has turned quiet mean. What are the chances of taking this bird (now 3 yrs. old), and turning her BACK into that sweet little affectionate thing she was a year ago? Do cockatoos talk? Would she be too hard to make friends with? She used to go everywhere with the owners, potty trained, & the perfect little angel. Due to her being so mean now, and screaming alot, I think they are about ready to get rid of her.........how hard would it be to take in and return her to being such a lovely affectionate pet again? |
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And I NEED to add--that for not being a TOO person and having all kinds of reservations about taking him--you would have to step over my dead body to get this bird away from me!! We love him dearly! Katz |
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| Layne... I again find myself agreeing with Naynay... i know that the site refered to by Katz, has some sobering information, which as background, is quite good.... I can only speak from my own experience... My Moluccan, Ouray, was given to me by a surgical nurse.. she being the girlfriend to the surgeon that abused this sweet creature.. he was one, that thought birds should be seen and not heard.. so when Ouray would trumpet the enjoyment of the day, he would hit her to shut her up.. that of course led to nakedness from the neck down and a complete lack of trust, which also led to severe biting of anything human... long story short, the biting stopped 3 days after she came to me, which also included some blood equity on my part.. (this bird only broke one of my finger bones) the big thing was allowing her to understand that she could trust humans... this episode happened 5 years ago, she is now a very sweet, loving and beautiful bird... her photo is in my album.... cockatoo's are worth any trouble... I believe that all cockatoo's are love sponges and just need to a human they can trust.... |
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| layne, this is my first post on this sight, but after reading your message I really wanted to tell you about our experience. My husband and I rescued a neglected and possibly abused umbrella cockatoo four years ago. We think she was around five years old at the time but are not sure. She had some of the same behavioral problems that you discribed but had a basically sweet nature. With a stable home life and consistant love and attention she has become an unbelievable angel. We can't imagine life without her now. Since you are already an experienced bird owner and your husband loves birds also, I think you have what it takes to give this deserving bird a new start. It sounds like this too deserves a great home and you seem like the type of caring person who could provide it. I would be glad to answer any specific questions. Good luck!! |
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| | | From: D.Laura | Sent: 4/29/2003 9:20 PM |
Since you have four of these birds, maybe you can give me some advised. I have had a Goffin's Cockatoo for about three years now. In the last six months, Angel has developed this habit of plucking the feathers off her chest and under her throat....do you have any idea what can cause this habit and is there any way to stop it? I appreciate any thoughts you can give me. Thanks, Diane |
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| | | From: Tuffy1 | Sent: 4/29/2003 11:59 PM |
Hi Diane When you where on mtyoos link torture page the last picture is my bird Tuffy , Jerry ask to use Tuffys storie to show people what can happen to a bird that is loved . This can and did happen to my beautiful baby, if prepared to take a chance make sure you have the time and energy it takes to look after these awsome birds make sure you learn every thing there is learn. Diane |
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Yes, Cockatoos can talk - not as good as African Greys or Macaws. I have a 5 year old talking Cockatoo. I purchased her when she was 3 years old and she seems to pick up a word or two each year. Her name is Casey and no matter how many times I call her name, she refuses to say it. The previous owner called her Katie and I didn't really like it, so I changed it to Casey as I thought it was pretty close to her original name. I think she wanted her name to be Cookie because she constantly says "cookie" or "hi cookie" and I have no idea where or why she picked that up. Good luck with all your other questions...I will leave them to the experts out there to comment. Good luck! |
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Hi, I took on a problem too not to long ago. He was a screamer. He belonged to a cousin who just couldnt listen to the screaming anymore. The reason he sreamed was there were 5 young children and he had to compete with there screams. Personally I think the mytoo site would scare the heck out of anyone considering a too. Lester has his moments but he has brought a lot of joy and laughter along with. I do not regret bring him into our home. I think circumstances create there behaviour and that a change is sometimes all they need to start turning around. The noise level you can tolerate is a big consideration. Compared to my grey hes twice as noisy twice as messy but twice as cuddly:) |
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| | | From: layne | Sent: 12/15/2003 12:39 AM |
Hi folks! Have been without my computer for the last couple of months & could not check in, but wanted to let you all know that I lost out on that precious too. The owner traded her for a Macaw. Broke my heart................I wanted her so bad, but just didn't work out. She was so beautiful, but maybe there will be another one come my way (I hope)! Ya all keep your fingers crossed for me! |
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| Layne, thanks for the update. I am hoping and praying that this 'too went to a good home where she will be loved and given the attention she deserves. It seems strange that the owner wanted to get rid of her because they didn't have the time, and then traded her for another high maintenance bird, a macaw. Oh well, I just hope for a happy ending for both birds. |
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It would take a desire to turn the bird around. At this age the bird is still a good candidate for being a loving pet. My Tigger had been neglected and abused for 10 years when we got him and he hissed and attacked whenever a person (anyone) got within 6 feet of him. He was routhless and that was 4 years ago. Today he is a love bug. Only my wife and I are accepted (because he has developed trust in our case however he still doesnt like other people to close but doesnt attack any more). I would be glad to help with typs and suggestions. The answer to your question is YES he deffinately can become a sweet cuddle bug. It isnt him but you doing the right things that will bring him around. There are many good books and many good web sites with info. Plus E Mail me anytime I will help in any way I can
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hi,
i think there is a good chance with the little guy. i have had a conure that was screeching and biting when i got him,.he now gets excited to when he see me, and loves the kisses, and attention. The biting has stopped. Now he trims my hair, on my face, on my arm, and he picks individual hair and pulls. OW!!!! |
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| | | From: Dawn | Sent: 3/1/2004 4:39 AM |
I have quite a bit of experience with cockatoos and at this age. This can be worked through but will take time and patience. If you get the cockatoo contact me at my home email address and I'll be glad to help. Please write [email protected] |
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It has been a million years since you posted your message and 1 stopped reading after the 6th reply,lol. I AM a too owner, breeder, abusee' (lol). The answer to your post is 'it is a lot of work and it takes a while, in some cases 2 years HOWEVER it IS worth it in the end. Feel free to ask a way. |
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I have a 7 1/2 year old male U2 who speaks very well and way over 100 words and phrases. If you work with a bird long enough and are patient enough and he wants to say something bad enough it will happen. |
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