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Biting faces

Jasmine223

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hey! I just got my self a Quaker, he’s 1 and a half called grinch. Anyway. When he comes on my shoulder he automatically comes straight for my face to bite me, what can I do to prevent this
 

Teckechick

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Don't let him on your shoulder. Redirect him to another area instead of your shoulder.

If he isn't on your shoulder he can't bite your face. If he flies to your shoulder remove him and put him on a playstand with something fun to do.

I would work on target or station training to start.

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Jasmine223

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Don't let him on your shoulder. Redirect him to another area instead of your shoulder.

If he isn't on your shoulder he can't bite your face. If he flies to your shoulder remove him and put him on a playstand with something fun to do.

I would work on target or station training to start.

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Thankyou for your advice, I’d love to click train him what a great idea thankyou very much
 

scrape

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If you're looking for some survival tips I have some from experience lol. I have gotten a pinch on my ear from a demanding, flighted Too.
 
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