Pet Bird Training

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A Daily Bird Training Routine

Make bird training a daily part of your parrot's routine. Not only will this regimen help keep your bird training up to date, it will also provide exercise for your bird's mind as well as its body. A parrot that has something to do both mentally and physically will be a better adjusted pet than a bored bird that has little to do to keep its brain and body busy.

Vary the bird training routine each day to keep things interesting for both you and your pet. Have your bird practice the "up" and "down" commands from its play gym one day, then make it climb a "ladder" you make with your fingers next. Offer first one index finger, then the other, at slightly higher levels to make your bird climb the "ladder". Keep the sessions short-your parrot has about a 15 minute attention span, and trying to train it for a longer period will only cause both of you to become frustrated. Try to end on a positive note whenever possible, and be positive and upbeat during each session. If you start to become angry or upset with your bird, stop the training session and try it again at another time when you're less tense. Your bird will pick up on your emotions and may start to act up, which will defeat the purpose of the training session.

Text from the book "The Simple Guide to Bird Care & Training" By Julie Rach