Anyone owns a parrot !!
17 November 2003, 08:00 AM
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My next door neighbour has a green one, they have a cage, but it is never in it
I can hear it when I am watching TV, and they have just had laminate flooring put down, so the Parrot is now louder
and they tell me it makes a terrible mess, as it throws its food around a lot
I can hear it when I am watching TV, and they have just had laminate flooring put down, so the Parrot is now louder
and they tell me it makes a terrible mess, as it throws its food around a lot
17 November 2003, 08:47 AM
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1) don't support this cruel trade in endangered species (they'll claim it was reared in captivity - aye, right)
2) you need to be home with a parrot all the time or they get bored and destructive (left on their own or when let out)
3) you increase massively your chances of respiratory diseases/ lung cancer
4) if left in the cage too often they become mad and depressed
In summary, a very cruel way to keep such a magnificent creature - good luck convincing her not to get one.
G
2) you need to be home with a parrot all the time or they get bored and destructive (left on their own or when let out)
3) you increase massively your chances of respiratory diseases/ lung cancer
4) if left in the cage too often they become mad and depressed
In summary, a very cruel way to keep such a magnificent creature - good luck convincing her not to get one.
G
17 November 2003, 10:02 AM
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Might be of use. They are a lot of work and expensive.
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/4545/conten.htm
http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/4545/conten.htm
17 November 2003, 10:08 AM
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Whether captured in the wild or born in captivity, parrots are not domesticated animals like cats and dogs. They are still wild animals. Their natural curiosity, sensitivity, intellect, playfulness, and ability to form bonds with humans can tempt people to keep them in captivity. Unfortunately, the traits that make parrots so intriguing are the same ones that make them extremely difficult to live with as companion animals. Many parrots find themselves displaced as their natural behaviors and needs clash with human expectations. Before you buy or adopt a parrot, consider the following facts:
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Parrots bite and chew—you and your home!
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Parrots are messy and active!
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Parrots scream, but many do not talk!
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Most parrots won't learn cute tricks!
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Parrots are social and need daily attention!
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Some parrots never bond with humans!
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Parrots need to be served a varied diet!
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Parrots are sensitive to household products!
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Parrot cages, toys, and vet visits are expensive!
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Large parrots can live up to 80 years—will you?
Educating yourself about parrots before bringing one into your life is crucial to solving the homeless parrot problem! Only people who thoroughly understand that parrots are wild animals and who can commit to meeting their demanding needs should consider providing a home for one. Only then will all parrots kept in captivity be properly cared for and appreciated for the wild animals they are, the pet market's demand for "impulse purchased" baby parrots will decrease, and the homeless bird epidemic will become a thing of the past.
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Parrots bite and chew—you and your home!
•
Parrots are messy and active!
•
Parrots scream, but many do not talk!
•
Most parrots won't learn cute tricks!
•
Parrots are social and need daily attention!
•
Some parrots never bond with humans!
•
Parrots need to be served a varied diet!
•
Parrots are sensitive to household products!
•
Parrot cages, toys, and vet visits are expensive!
•
Large parrots can live up to 80 years—will you?
Educating yourself about parrots before bringing one into your life is crucial to solving the homeless parrot problem! Only people who thoroughly understand that parrots are wild animals and who can commit to meeting their demanding needs should consider providing a home for one. Only then will all parrots kept in captivity be properly cared for and appreciated for the wild animals they are, the pet market's demand for "impulse purchased" baby parrots will decrease, and the homeless bird epidemic will become a thing of the past.
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17 November 2003, 10:57 AM
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My pal breeds African Greys and say's if your missus isn't a moose then he will have her off you.
That way you don't need to worry anymore, and she gets more than she bargained for.
That way you don't need to worry anymore, and she gets more than she bargained for.
17 November 2003, 11:08 AM
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My boss has one @ work in the OFFICE [img]images/smilies/mad.gif[/img]
******* thing flaps its wings whenever i eat anything, spreading feathers and crap everywhere. Screeches when the fone rings and generally annoys the hell out of me.
Personally i think its cruel to keep something locked up in cage for 80/90 years. Leave them be, if there was no demand then they would be at home, where they belong.
******* thing flaps its wings whenever i eat anything, spreading feathers and crap everywhere. Screeches when the fone rings and generally annoys the hell out of me.
Personally i think its cruel to keep something locked up in cage for 80/90 years. Leave them be, if there was no demand then they would be at home, where they belong.
17 November 2003, 11:54 AM
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Thanks all 4 your info, will show her all the replys, (hope it puts her off the idea) won't be 2 chuffed about the Amazon cage & moose dig though. lol
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