Health & WellbeingMy cockatiel is turning 7 this November. I've had him all 7 years. But since year 3 or 4 he stopped wanting to come out of his cage. He hates everything. He hates all his toys, he hates anyone who tries to go near him, and He hates all the little pla
Thanks for reaching out about Copper. Training is more difficult as they age, as they are not as pliable to new situations. It is really de-sensitization to things that needs to be done. Start by scratching/petting, and offering a treat by hand. Then with the treat, try and train to reach his leg up, then to step up. Its a gradual process. The book "A Guide to a Well-behaved Parrot" is a good start.
Good luck.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
