I really want a lovebird!

Question

ok i really think i am ready to have this awesome experience. can anyone share there experiences with their birds and how they got one etc. and how much time is needed to create a special bond with a bird. I have wanted one for quite some time now and I think i am up for the challenge!

i told my parents i do (and i actually do) have the money and will care for it (food, vet bills, cage, cleaning etc.) I am so ready and have wanted to have this special experience for so long!! I will buy it from a trusted breeder and i have wanted to have this experience with a lovebird! I have been doing TONS of house work and I am responsible and willing. so if anyone can share there stories or just give some basic advice or facts or anything about lovebirds or their lovebirds that would be helpful to someone who wants a lovebird or is about to get one.. that would be awesome or any advice about how to let my parents let me get one would be awesome!! thanks so much in advance!!

Answer 1

Go for it!

Honestly, it sounds like you've done your research and that you will really enjoy owning and bonding with one. My aunt has had birds for over 10 years now and I see how much see loves and cares for them. Birds are great creatures and are extremely intelligent, I had one about 5 years ago that I really loved but unfortunately my mom has a fear of them so we had to find it a new home. I wish you the best of luck! Definitely explain to your parents how much it means, if you have other pets try saying "Do you remember that feeling when you brought *insert name* home? How much you loved him/her? Don't you want that same experience for me?"

Be persistent. It pays off.

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Answer 2

I got a lovebird about 6 months ago or so. I'm not sure. I convinced my mom by saying she could get me one for my birthday. If you are going to get one I REALLY REALLY suggest getting a young, hand fed lovebird. They are very hard to tame especially the older they get without human interaction. Spend at least an hour everday talking to your bird or playing with your bird. DON'T skip a day because even just skipping one day can ruin all of your progress. I bought a play gym for my bird and after about a few months she got used to it and loves to climb all over it now. I let my lovebird out of her cage for about an hour a day. And since that is not as much time as I should I have a large size cage. They need a lot of toys and by a lot I mean more than 20. You should rotate them out which means take some out of the cage and put different ones in about every 2 weeks or your lovebird will get bored. Convincing my mom was not hard because birds are the only animal she likes. So I can't help you on that part. But if you have any questions you can just email me off of my profile page!

Answer 3

Look in the mirrow.  Your parents might think they already have one according to your avatar.  Nice Plume!

Answer 4

they really are fun and great companion parrots not to mention ADORABLE!!! You are totally ready, you have obviously done your homework. I think the only other thing I would suggest is to gain a relationship with your breeder of choice and be sure she knows this is your first bird and you would like to be reassured that it is going to be hand raised to be a well socialized baby. It is up to you after that to keep it social by interacting with it as much as possible!

basic facts: fresh water provided at all times is essential...never slack off in this department,make sure the breeder has it weaned on to a high quality pellet as opposed to seed, cage cleaning and hygiene is also important fun toys to play with should be provided regularly, try to locate a avian vet near by in case of an emergency, average lifespan of a love bird is about 10 years. Birds are very social creatures if you find you don't have enough time to  keep it company get them in pairs so they are not lonely! Have fun with your new feathered companion!!!  

Answer 5

Yes birds are great pets i had one named angel. she got eaten by my dog, then i got one named sky she layed an egg and died :(. my sister had one named benny, he flew out the window. i think i just have bad luck,... but go for it!!!!!!!!!!!

Answer 6

look them up on yahoo or google.  if you want 1 go on www.petfinder.com or somewhere else to get 1.  good luck.

Answer 7

Hey there!

Wow, lovebirds are a joy to have, so affectionate and cuddly, so exotic and adventurous; not to mention extremely hyper!

Really, though, all lovebirds have different personalities, and that's an adorable thing about them, they're like the big bird in a little body. They're so full of themselves.

My little Aspen, whom I just purchased a week ago, has already warmed up quite a lot to my family and me. He always explores out of his cage, and his favorite spot (one of them) is on the roof of his cage. I think he likes the view from up there.

The other spot he really likes is my head! It's very cute, he started doing this just last night, I held him on my hand, and he started bobbing his head and lifting his wings slightly away from his body. Next thing I knew, his talons were on my forehead!

He scampered up there, and when I stood up fully, I think he really liked the high view! (He is clipped)

My lovebird is a blue masked lovebird, and he's an adventure to have indeed! Just a few days ago, he had snuggled up inside the curtains to fall asleep near the window. That's one thing, lovebirds like to look at things, a lot! They're very inquisitive, and always will take the chance to look and explore if they're not scared to.

I recommend that if you let him out, try and let him out on wood floor, it makes p**p a lot easier to clean than if it were on the carpet.

Oh, and I pretty much recommend that you do not put his cage (Or ever let him in) in the kitchen. I'm just thinking that you must have non-stick pans and pots, and sometimes when those get overheated, they can release teflon fumes that will kill your lovie.

Also, for food, I definitely do not recommend seeds, no matter what cost they are. Pellets tend to be the best choice. I use Lafeber's Nutriberries Cockatiel food and Lafeber's Avicakes. These are really awesome (not to say that other companies aren't). And I've really seen a difference in his activeness after feeding him this stuff. It's really good for them, and their plumage and energy increased (well, at least mine did) tenfold after eating.

As for your parents, I think that you can tell them some key points to a lovebird:

-They are extremely small (They've earned the nickname: Pocket Pets)

-They're very easy to care for (Though truthfully, yes, they do need attention like any other pet like a dog or cat)

-They are nimble little acrobats (I don't really know if this might be a pro or a con in your decision, but many parrots are acrobatic! Aspen loves to hang upside down from the bars of his roof)

-They're very, very cheap (This is not to offend anyone, but my lovebird costed 120$ in all! *that means all the toys, food, treats, cage, and the lovebird himself*. That's nothing compared to a dog or cat's price range which is around probably 100-500$ And up for just the animal itself!)

Um, I think that's really all the info I can give you.

God bless, good luck, and I hope you have a wonderful time with your new lovie!