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Good afternoon everyone,
I am a recent and proud owner of a white capped pionus baby named Jiminy. He is about 7-8 months old and is overall a wonderful companion. We love him deeply!
Recently, he has started to get nippier than usual. He bit my partner in the lip unexpectedly about a month ago, and as of today, did the same thing to me. He has only drawn blood once. He is usually incredibly sweet, quiet and is happy to be interacting with us and even strangers.
We do not encourage bad behavior and walk away the moment he shows disinterest in being held or touched. He usually warns us when he doesn't want to be touched with squeaks and puffing of the head feathers. The moments where he has landed the bites were moments he seemingly did not give us warnings.
We reward stepping up, and other good behaviors, with treats.
I recognize his warning signs and we do not tease him. The few, hard bites that he landed seem very spontaneous. I was shocked that he bit me today. I ask because I find it little unusual for a parrot so young. I've read all about the "terrible twos" and I'd assume he's simply too young to be hormonal, but I could be wrong?
Sometimes I think he's unaware of his own behavior. There have been moments where he warns us with a squeak/lunge, I walk away, and he immediately calls for me and "steps up" without any second thoughts and is happy to perch on my shoulder. It's almost as if he's confused by his own actions.
I'd really appreciate hearing about your experiences and any advice you have. Thank you for your time!
I am a recent and proud owner of a white capped pionus baby named Jiminy. He is about 7-8 months old and is overall a wonderful companion. We love him deeply!
Recently, he has started to get nippier than usual. He bit my partner in the lip unexpectedly about a month ago, and as of today, did the same thing to me. He has only drawn blood once. He is usually incredibly sweet, quiet and is happy to be interacting with us and even strangers.
We do not encourage bad behavior and walk away the moment he shows disinterest in being held or touched. He usually warns us when he doesn't want to be touched with squeaks and puffing of the head feathers. The moments where he has landed the bites were moments he seemingly did not give us warnings.
We reward stepping up, and other good behaviors, with treats.
I recognize his warning signs and we do not tease him. The few, hard bites that he landed seem very spontaneous. I was shocked that he bit me today. I ask because I find it little unusual for a parrot so young. I've read all about the "terrible twos" and I'd assume he's simply too young to be hormonal, but I could be wrong?
Sometimes I think he's unaware of his own behavior. There have been moments where he warns us with a squeak/lunge, I walk away, and he immediately calls for me and "steps up" without any second thoughts and is happy to perch on my shoulder. It's almost as if he's confused by his own actions.
I'd really appreciate hearing about your experiences and any advice you have. Thank you for your time!