Cockatiels are social creatures. They need the assurance that they are not in solitary confinement. They need to know that they belong. At very opportunity let the bird know that it is a part of a flock. Call to it as often as possible. Pet it. Take it on your arm and set it down whenever you get the chance. Feed it whenever the family sits down to a meal. And talking of feed find out the feeds your pet readily takes to. Ask the breeder you buy the bird from or take the advice of people in the know and stick to those feeds only. The right quantities is another important consideration. Cage size, cage location, light and night, a place where the bird can be alone if it wants to, relative quiet, are all important considerations. The air surrounding the cage should be free of chemical dust.

Don't get into arguments in the bird's presence. It is important Training for the bird to know that it is part of a happy flock. Cockatiels are so intelligent that they know when all is not well. This knowledge leads to stress and anxiety. Do whatever is necessary to keep the bird in good health. Make sure it is free of internal and external parasites. Cockatiels don't know what good behavior is. They don't know if what they are doing is right or wrong. From simple words of appreciation the bird will know that it has done something that has earned our appreciation. This encouragement will enforce good behavior. On the other hand, when bad behavior needs to be discouraged, reprimand the bird. Again the use of simple words of restraint and a stern glance will tell the bird that it has done something wrong that has made us angry.

Don't ever punish the bird. Just the same as it does not know what bad behavior is, it does not understand punishment. And no quick-fixes please. This will only worsen the situation. Remember the focal point of any successful training is you and Training the biggest investment you will have to make is time. Reward, reprimand, time and patience will ensure that you not only have a properly behaved bird, but a bird that is willing and capable of learning every trick in the book and beyond.

Besides training your bird to perform tricks you will want to share a special relationship with it, play with it, cuddle with it etc. No matter how close you are to your bird, you should respect its space and privacy. Sometimes they might bite you inadvertently while playing, so you will have to be doubly careful. Do not get your pet overexcited as this will lead to biting. You should closely study your bird's mood patterns and their body language. By doing this, you will be able to preempt bad behavior. If you watch closely, your bird will communicate with you. He or she will tell you when they want to return to the cage or have had enough of play for The Beginning of a Relationship Training the moment.

Although it seems impossible, you will be able to pet your bird. Cockatiels enjoy petting and it will also help strengthen your relationship with the bird. But petting a bird isn't like petting a dog, as you will have to be very gentle. You will have to be cautious and not grab the bird. The first step will be to gain your pet's trust. There are three methods of getting your bird to let you touch it. If the bird is of good and even temperament, you can try this method. Get your pet to step onto your index and clamp your thumb over his front toes. This will give it a sense of security. In due course of time, it will be confident enough to flap its wings. Use a padded dowel if your bird has a tendency to bite. A Petting 1. Band Method 2. Padded Dowel

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