Clarence just came to us via Red Dog Farm. He is a 8-9 year old parakeet that was surrendered due to his previous caretaker's health issues. He's a senior but he's got quite a lot of energy and pep!
We were told that he was very shy and quiet but thus far he's been quite a chirper. He came to us in, what I think, was a very small cage and you could tell he'd been a bit neglected. His cage was a bit of a mess and his nails are very long to the point of curling. He didn't even have a way to wear down his beak!
Well, we've changed all that!
I'm working on trimming his nails so I don't scare or hurt him but the first thing we did was get him a much roomier home with new clean toys and perches perfect for exercising his feet and mind. I love his new home. The front has a plexi door so he gets unobstructed views out.
He likes to get close to the door and peek out at us.
We're working on the best toys and treats for him but this environment has lots of "enrichment pods" we can add on to keep him engaged and happy. I'm also working on getting him used to being touched and petted. He's not too sure about it right now but he's getting there!
Clarence is in the sunroom for now, up on top of our built-ins. It gives him a sunny place, free from drafts. The room is warm and he can see out. The radio stays on and we check on him throughout the day too. The cats were curious at first but haven't tried to get at him (not that they could!).
So now we have an even dozen (OMG!)
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