Yep! The breeder said she thought it was a girl as it were, and the DNA test confirmed it. I decided I needed to know for naming--I am reminded of my best friend's little sister getting a kitten and naming it Princess, only to figure out he was a late bloomer...
That first part is a huge help--I actually put a little swing in there since there's no perch, but I'll take that out.
Good to know to let her chill the first day or so. I've heard "stay and sit with her!" but I have a paper to write, so I guess I'll stay in the room and work on that.
Thank you. :) I've always wanted a parrot, and I can't believe I'm finally bringing one home!
She'll need some kind of perch, but the swing is going to bang around every time the car changes speed or direction.
The goal is to get her acclimated to her surroundings without overwhelming her. Her temperament will really determine what you can and can't get away with, and you should be able to tell pretty clearly how comfortable she is with the change. If she starts playing with her new toys and vocalizing right away, go ahead and lavish attention on her. If she sits quietly on a perch and tries not to let you see her move, she needs some peace.
Actually, I find that my caiques have an easier time hanging onto a free-swinging perch (like a rope boing) in their travel cage, because it moves gently with the motion of the car. It is less jerky for them and makes it easier to balance.
OP, I'd recommend bringing both types of perches. If she seems to have trouble with the static perch, you can try the swing. If it's mostly highway driving, it shouldn't make much difference either way.
Another thing to think about (and another thing that varies from bird to bird) is whether he'll want to be able to see out of the cage, or if he'll be freaked out. Bring a towel so you can cover up part of the cage in case of bright sun or fright or overstimulation.
As banshea said, play by ear how much attention to give her.
Congratulations on bringing her home! She's gorgeous, and I can't wait to see more pictures of her as she grows up. :)
ooooooooooh myyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy gaaaaaaaaaaawd! SO CUTE! I am 110% for tons of linnie pics, so please, feel free.
The first night I brought my green cheek home, she screamed all night long. This was a sign of things to come, as she still hates bedtime with a fury 10 years later. Hopefully this will not happen to you! Love the name, btw.
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OP: I take it she was DNA sexed? Or are you just assuming female to be safe?
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Good to know to let her chill the first day or so. I've heard "stay and sit with her!" but I have a paper to write, so I guess I'll stay in the room and work on that.
Thank you. :) I've always wanted a parrot, and I can't believe I'm finally bringing one home!
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The goal is to get her acclimated to her surroundings without overwhelming her. Her temperament will really determine what you can and can't get away with, and you should be able to tell pretty clearly how comfortable she is with the change. If she starts playing with her new toys and vocalizing right away, go ahead and lavish attention on her. If she sits quietly on a perch and tries not to let you see her move, she needs some peace.
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OP, I'd recommend bringing both types of perches. If she seems to have trouble with the static perch, you can try the swing. If it's mostly highway driving, it shouldn't make much difference either way.
Another thing to think about (and another thing that varies from bird to bird) is whether he'll want to be able to see out of the cage, or if he'll be freaked out. Bring a towel so you can cover up part of the cage in case of bright sun or fright or overstimulation.
As banshea said, play by ear how much attention to give her.
Congratulations on bringing her home! She's gorgeous, and I can't wait to see more pictures of her as she grows up. :)
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The first night I brought my green cheek home, she screamed all night long. This was a sign of things to come, as she still hates bedtime with a fury 10 years later. Hopefully this will not happen to you!
Love the name, btw.
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