by dsintprs » Thu Jun 22, 2006 2:20 am
Yes, I do understand that it is very difficult handfeeding a baby. When I first brought him home 3 weeks ago I was a little overwhelmed. (We bought him at a bird show, which I have heard is not the best place to purchase a bird and also explains why he was sold to me before he was weaned.) I did not have any difficulties hand feeding my cockatiels and have to admit that when I began feeding Jack I was a little apprehensive because of his size. My tiels were so much smaller. Now that I have been feeding him for over 3 weeks, I have gotten much more comfortable with it. Plus, Jack is just so laid back compared to my cockatiels. They were so demanding and Jack is just so calm and cool. I have been reading the book, For The Love of Greys and I have learned a great deal about letting Jack form bonds with other family members. Jack also comes to work with me--(I am a teacher and we are out for the summer, but I work in the front office to prepare for next year) It's a very casual, calm environment with just 5 of us working and Jack. Jack seems to enjoy the attention and visiting with the principal.
My husband and I eat very healthy since I've been diagnosed with diabetes a year ago. We follow the South Beach Diet which is no sugar or white or enriched flour. All of our pasta and breads are 100% whole wheat. Only fresh fruits and vegetables--no canned. Our tiels eat what we eat along with Harrison's pellets. I recently purchased a sprouting kit, which I have been reading is also what I need to be feeding the birds. I guess one of my main questions would be what percent of a grey's diet is pellets, what percent is fruits & vegetables and what percent is other things like sprouts, seed, nuts etc.?
Thank you for your help,
Deanna[/u]