LydiaB
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I adopted Eddie about a year and a half ago and I don't know his background. Any time I get too close to him, he starts hissing and trying to bite me. He always seems really comfortable around me, but when I try to handle him, he starts going a little crazy. Usually, Eddie and I just sit together and I'll give him some toys to play with, talk to him, and we'll eat some vegetables together. He's always very content, fluffed up and chatty. The second I get my hand (or anything really) close to him, he starts hissing and trying to bite whatever is near him. I never yell at him and I take care of him like he's my actual child.
Is there anything I can do to stop Eddie's aggressive behavior, or could he just be like this due to potential past trauma? I don't mind if he never becomes a cuddly bird, I just want him to be more comfortable with handling.
Is there anything I can do to stop Eddie's aggressive behavior, or could he just be like this due to potential past trauma? I don't mind if he never becomes a cuddly bird, I just want him to be more comfortable with handling.