Congratulations, Patti! A little bundle of feathers sure warms the heart!
The first bird we ever had was a sweet little budgie ... big personality in a small body.
My experience with a Lovebird ended up being very unpleasant. I got a darling little bundle of Feathers that I called Petey. "He" was a real cuddlebug and would take naps in the palm of my hand. Went everywhere with me when I was home, nestled in there. Anyway, Petey became Peach when "he" presented me with the first egg. The first time she layed eggs she stayed the same, but with each clutch she became more aggressive. Whenever she could get a beakful of skin, she would make hamburger out of it. Honestly, she would clamp her beak down and grind!
I finally decided that since all she wanted to do was be a mommy, that was the best thing for her. I gave her back to her breeder, and now she is doing great ... and the skin on my fingers is intact.
That was the end of any desire to have a lovebird.
What are you naming your budgie? I'm looking forward to seeing pictures, and to hearing all the stories I'm sure you'll have about him!
Abby
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