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Just let it sit on you with no sudden movements for a while. Let it see you when you approach to touch or pet it. It doesn't take very long for them to figure out that you are alright and are not going to eat them. After a while, you should be able to do pretty much what you want with them. If you are confident that you can handle them, they sense this and will stay calm. If your nervous, they get nervous.
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Why is your cockatiel not very tame?
Cockatiels are wild birds so if they were never tamed when they were young, they will still be untame. It is easier to tame a young cockatiel, however with the right attitude, you can tame an adult cockatiel. You have to start with trust. Taming a cockatiel take a while and one wrong move could ruin all your work. Start with standing next to the cage and talking to your bird. Do this for about a week so your cockatiel gets to know your voice and is calmer around you. Then you could try putting a fresh vegetable (in your hand) next to the cockatiel and hold it there. Don't force the cockatiel to get closer to your hand - this will scare him/her. You need to earn trust. Eventually, your cockatiel will be comfortable with you having your hand near him/her. If you cockatiel is comfortable to actually eat from your hand, you can try picking it up. Do not grab our cockatiel on its back, try to persuade him/her to sit on your finger. Do not force your cockatiel to get onto your hand. This will ruin the trust. Eventually your cockatiel will be ready to sit on your finger and eventually your shoulder! It's all about trust and if you're cockatiel trusts you, it would love to sit on your shoulder!
How do you stop a cockatiel from biting?
I have one and if you keep whistling to it and stroking it if it lets you then eventually it'll trust you and stop biting. But it depends on the cockatiel itself, so sorry if these dont work for you.
Does a old macaw cage make a good cockatiel cage?
The spaces between the bars are probably too wide for a cockatiel. It would be able to get through them.
Do you have to do dungeons in World of Warcraft?
No, but you get good armor that will help you in many ways. Trust me, you dont have to , but you should.
Cockatiel has white fluff on rear end is that bad?
no but it does not taste good
What are some good ways to make your parents hate you?
some good ways to make your parents hate you, are to do exactly the opppsite of what they say, and always get DT's, and what not, just be the worst kid you can be... trust me, i know you can do it... ily
What is an easy way to get trust points?
There are some few easy ways to get trust points. One way is to answer questions with good-quality answers. Another way is to give another user a trust point, then they may give you one. Another way is to join a program and do very well in them. Those are some of the easiest ways to get trust points.
What group is the cockatiel?
The cockatiel is a type of Australian parrot.
What kind of fertilization does the Cockatiel have?
Cockatiel females are fertilized internally.
What if your cockatiels are the dominant pet of your dog?
It's not a problem, in a way it's a good thing because, while a dog may eat a cockatiel if it becomes angry with it, a cockatiel definatly won't eat a dog!
Is millet sunflower seed egg biscuit and chopped lettuce all that is needed to feed your quail and cockatiel?
NO. I am not sure about quails, but for your cockatiel, you need to feed him a good quality cockatiel, or small hookbill, feed. For a good balanced diet, I highly recommend feeding various fruits and vegetables as well. Millet is a TREAT, so try to only give it about once or twice a week. :)
How does ethics affect society today?
In both good and bad ways. Good ethics are needed when doing business or interacting with a person cause it makes them easier to trust.
