[header] How to bond with a cockatoo [title] Allow the cockatoo to get used to its surroundings. [step] Do not overwhelm the cockatoo when it first enters your home. Let it roam around, under your supervision, and explore its new surroundings.
[header] How to bond with a cockatoo [title] Allow the cockatoo to get used to its surroundings. [step] Do not overwhelm the cockatoo when it first enters your home. Let it roam around, under your supervision, and explore its new surroundings.
Younger birds will probably feel anxious and submissive when you let it explore and relax. [substeps] For example, be patient when you have to let the cockatoo explore your home. Keep handling it to a minimum so it has time to hop around and get used to its home. [substeps] You should also give the cockatoo time to get used to its cage. Make sure that it starts traveling where it won't feel threatened by other cockatoos and that it is not in a rush to leave. [substeps] It may take several months to start showing affection with the cockatoo, but it will definitely start to bond with you when it gets used to your presence. The bird will begin to form a strong bond with you. You can begin feeding it treats and try to play with it periodically so the cockatoo gets used to you.