I love a Story that has a "Happy Ending", congratulations and much happiness. You have been given an Encyclopedia full of great Caique advice already by a lot of knowledgeable and caring people. So the only thing I have to add is maybe the place where you got him is not the best place to go back to for grooming/trimming and or advice of any kind.
If they were into Bird Grooming he wouldn`t need this attention, it would have been done as part of his upkeep, and the fact that they were feeding him a SEED diet tells me they don`t know "Beans" about Caiques or their care and hopefully they will discontinue selling them. Also remember you can`t be mean or nasty to him, not even once, they have a memory like a Sicilian Mobster and never forget.
Certain colors, items you are wearing, sunglasses,hats, jewelry,attitude,your mood,how fast your hand approaches,etc. are all things that can be upsetting in their world, so learning his Rules is the first order of the day. Grapes and most fruits are great Bribes, and of course fruit and veggies should be part of his daily diet along with his pellets.
I personally don`t advise seeds at all, I will give some shelled walnuts as a treat occasionally, and get all the Caique safe bird toys you can afford, these are very busy birds on a mission, mostly to have fun...
If they were into Bird Grooming he wouldn`t need this attention, it would have been done as part of his upkeep, and the fact that they were feeding him a SEED diet tells me they don`t know "Beans" about Caiques or their care and hopefully they will discontinue selling them. Also remember you can`t be mean or nasty to him, not even once, they have a memory like a Sicilian Mobster and never forget.
Certain colors, items you are wearing, sunglasses,hats, jewelry,attitude,your mood,how fast your hand approaches,etc. are all things that can be upsetting in their world, so learning his Rules is the first order of the day. Grapes and most fruits are great Bribes, and of course fruit and veggies should be part of his daily diet along with his pellets.
I personally don`t advise seeds at all, I will give some shelled walnuts as a treat occasionally, and get all the Caique safe bird toys you can afford, these are very busy birds on a mission, mostly to have fun...
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i LOVE your terminology!! 
