Training to step up. I put finger flat on chair arm and target to approach. I use clicker and the drumstick that former keeper gave me. He wasn't "trained" with that keeper but he just wanted her! I have never held him.
If he touches my finger he squeaks and jumps back. Lowers his head for scritches but squeaks and jumps if I touch him.
He's "mine" and he does like me. Greets me in the morning, calls when he can't see me, will occasionally climb sleeve and sit on shoulder. Takes treat from my fingers. Spends most of his day within two feet of me and often sits and even sleeps on chair arm.
Training is all about treats now; when we're done he walks away. Eating way too much millet.
Please help me to gain this bird's trust.
Lisa
If he touches my finger he squeaks and jumps back. Lowers his head for scritches but squeaks and jumps if I touch him.
He's "mine" and he does like me. Greets me in the morning, calls when he can't see me, will occasionally climb sleeve and sit on shoulder. Takes treat from my fingers. Spends most of his day within two feet of me and often sits and even sleeps on chair arm.
Training is all about treats now; when we're done he walks away. Eating way too much millet.
Please help me to gain this bird's trust.
Lisa