Is it safe to release my parrot if it's used to mineral water?

Unfortunately if he has been growing with you since he was so young, he is unlikely to survive in the wild when you will release him, he will probably leave and not stay with you though, if you give him the option to leave.

In order for your bird to trust you you will need to work with him daily. If you are worried that he may fly away when you let him out of the cage you can clip his wings so he will not be able to fly. This is a completely painless procedure and the feathers will grow back if you decide at a later date to allow him to fly. This way you can let him out of the cage to explore but won’t have to worry about him getting away. The more interaction you have with the bird the better. Offer him treats while you are working with him so he can start building some trust in you. I would assume that after a month or so of repeated interactions you bird will be much more comfortable with you. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Best of luck.

Thanks for your questions about birds. You can shower with birds, but it is recommended that they sit on a perch or on the shower rod during the shower, not that they are directly hit by the spray. A safer way to give them a shower is by using a gentle mist directed over the top of them with a spray bottle. When provided with appropriate and balanced nutrition, a cuttle bone is not necessary for parrots. The food that you posted is a reliable pelleted diet, but you would need to ensure that you got an appropriate size for the species - for example, the mini pellets would be good for a conure but not for an Amazon. If you have never had a bird before, it may be a big commitment to get a medium to large sized parrot. When cared for appropriately, these large parrots can live many decades - ideally 50 years or more. You may potentially consider starting with a smaller parrot, such as a cockatiel (life span of up to 25 years) or a budgerigar (life span around 8 years). I hope that gives you some additional information!

Thanks for reaching out about Polie. Winning the trust of a bird requires time, to decrease stress. A book entitled "A Guide to a Well Behaved Parrot" is a good start. Trimming wings might decreased the flight potential when scared. Offering treats by hand can win trust. Good luck.

Thanks for reaching out about Pipo and including photos. The greenish stool is probably due to poor nutrition and possible liver disease. A comprehensive avian profile should be performed to analyze the white blood count and organ functions. Also a test for Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease is highly recommended. This is a virus, non-treatable, contagious to other birds. You need to get better nutrition into him, as apples are fiber and sugar. There are many commercially available baby bird feeding formulas, but as your veterinarian. Good luck.

It is very fortunate that Big Bird returned home. He should be examined by your veterinarian to diagnose any illness or injury sustained during his time outside. He may settle in after his experience but it could take time. Move slowly and speak softly around him. Offer praise and treats when he exhibits good behaviors. Be patient.

The eye seems ulcerated and the cornea damaged. Immediate check up is required to give appropriate treatment and try to save the eye. Antibiotics eye drops and pain relief medications are required asap. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further. Please find the time to give us a feedback about the consultation as that will be used to improve our service.