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[Eagle_Eye]

We have two macaws, an African grey, and two Quakers (monk parakeets).

What does one get from having birds as pets? Dogs and cats yes but birds?

[RB 60]

What does one get from having birds as pets? Dogs and cats yes but birds?

I own nice cars, I'm not too fond of birds.

[ThatOwlWoman]

What does one get from having birds as pets? Dogs and cats yes but birds?

They are interactive, emotional, intelligent, hilarious, entertaining and amazing creatures. African greys for example are said to have the intelligence of a two- to three-year-old human child. Certainly they all have the emotional maturity (including tantrums! lol) of a human toddler. Our Grey, Koko, has been my friend for 25 years. He's seen my kids grow up to adulthood, said goodbye to my late husband, and welcomed Mr. Owl by and by. Our Quaker Dash is the only one who flies freely around the house; he fell in love with Mr. Owl at first sight and won't leave his side unless put back in his castle. He lies (literally) for hours on his leg or shoulder while he's reading or watching TV, just like a cat only poopier. They even take naps together on the couch.

[Eagle_Eye]

They are interactive, emotional, intelligent, hilarious, entertaining and amazing creatures. African greys for example are said to have the intelligence of a two- to three-year-old human child. Certainly they all have the emotional maturity (including tantrums! lol) of a human toddler. Our Grey, Koko, has been my friend for 25 years. He's seen my kids grow up to adulthood, said goodbye to my late husband, and welcomed Mr. Owl by and by. Our Quaker Dash is the only one who flies freely around the house; he fell in love with Mr. Owl at first sight and won't leave his side unless put back in his castle. He lies (literally) for hours on his leg or shoulder while he's reading or watching TV, just like a cat only poopier. They even take naps together on the couch.

Ok different strokes for different folks. I'll stick with my dogs and cat. I guess we will never let our pets meet LOL.
P.S.
That is a cute picture.

[Eagle_Eye]

I own nice cars, I'm not too fond of birds.

Neither am I, but cars/trucks aren't the same as having loyal pets, which bring much joy into ones life.

[RB 60]

Neither am I, but cars/trucks aren't the same as having loyal pets, which bring much joy into ones life.

I prefer dogs myself.

[Phantasmal]

They are interactive, emotional, intelligent, hilarious, entertaining and amazing creatures. African greys for example are said to have the intelligence of a two- to three-year-old human child. Certainly they all have the emotional maturity (including tantrums! lol) of a human toddler. Our Grey, Koko, has been my friend for 25 years. He's seen my kids grow up to adulthood, said goodbye to my late husband, and welcomed Mr. Owl by and by. Our Quaker Dash is the only one who flies freely around the house; he fell in love with Mr. Owl at first sight and won't leave his side unless put back in his castle. He lies (literally) for hours on his leg or shoulder while he's reading or watching TV, just like a cat only poopier. They even take naps together on the couch.

. I love this.

[ThatOwlWoman]

Ok different strokes for different folks. I'll stick with my dogs and cat. I guess we will never let our pets meet LOL.
P.S.
That is a cute picture.

Thanks. Two of my favorite boys. :~)

Our flock used to have a dog and two kitties as well. Koko and the Quakers bark like dogs, and the macaws say "Meow" and "Here, kitty kitty kitty" (which never worked out well for the cats, who quit coming when called). lol

[ThatOwlWoman]

Neither am I, but cars/trucks aren't the same as having loyal pets, which bring much joy into ones life.

Not to be too maudlin, but here is a sweet story for you. After my husband passed away, I'd drag myself home after work, let the birds out for some exercise, and lay on the couch and cry. One night it was the same old thing, only suddenly a warm head popped up next to mine. Phoenix (Catalina macaw) climbed up on the couch, laid her face against mine, and "cried" too. Then she whispered "I love you, birdie." Thought my heart would break, but in a good way. I had considered finding them new homes after he died, it just seemed like too much to deal with between the new job, the kids, and all. But that idea died after that.

[Life is Golden]

They are interactive, emotional, intelligent, hilarious, entertaining and amazing creatures. African greys for example are said to have the intelligence of a two- to three-year-old human child. Certainly they all have the emotional maturity (including tantrums! lol) of a human toddler. Our Grey, Koko, has been my friend for 25 years. He's seen my kids grow up to adulthood, said goodbye to my late husband, and welcomed Mr. Owl by and by. Our Quaker Dash is the only one who flies freely around the house; he fell in love with Mr. Owl at first sight and won't leave his side unless put back in his castle. He lies (literally) for hours on his leg or shoulder while he's reading or watching TV, just like a cat only poopier. They even take naps together on the couch.

Cute picture. Birds really are unique pets. I've spent time in the past with birds; macaws, African greys, cockatoos from a childhood friend of mine. The good thing is they are around a long time. I know it is difficult to find vets to treat exotics, even here there are only a few now. Way back when, I think there was only one place.

[Life is Golden]

Not to be too maudlin, but here is a sweet story for you. After my husband passed away, I'd drag myself home after work, let the birds out for some exercise, and lay on the couch and cry. One night it was the same old thing, only suddenly a warm head popped up next to mine. Phoenix (Catalina macaw) climbed up on the couch, laid her face against mine, and "cried" too. Then she whispered "I love you, birdie." Thought my heart would break, but in a good way. I had considered finding them new homes after he died, it just seemed like too much to deal with between the new job, the kids, and all. But that idea died after that.

I know you're glad you didn't now.

[ThatOwlWoman]

Cute picture. Birds really are unique pets. I've spent time in the past with birds; macaws, African greys, cockatoos from a childhood friend of mine. The good thing is they are around a long time. I know it is difficult to find vets to treat exotics, even here there are only a few now. Way back when, I think there was only one place.

You're right. There is one in town, we've heard, but we haven't been there yet. We had an avian specialist in STL; he was wonderful. The year before we moved, there was some severe flooding in the area. We went to the "bird store" to help them clear the store out and move everything to storage in case the levee there broke. And there was Dr. K., who had recently had knee replacement surgery, helping out too. Sure do miss that community.

[ThatOwlWoman]

I know you're glad you didn't now.

For sure. Do you have goldens? Love your avatar pic.

[christiefan915]

They are interactive, emotional, intelligent, hilarious, entertaining and amazing creatures. African greys for example are said to have the intelligence of a two- to three-year-old human child. Certainly they all have the emotional maturity (including tantrums! lol) of a human toddler. Our Grey, Koko, has been my friend for 25 years. He's seen my kids grow up to adulthood, said goodbye to my late husband, and welcomed Mr. Owl by and by. Our Quaker Dash is the only one who flies freely around the house; he fell in love with Mr. Owl at first sight and won't leave his side unless put back in his castle. He lies (literally) for hours on his leg or shoulder while he's reading or watching TV, just like a cat only poopier. They even take naps together on the couch.

Aww, that's a sweet picture!

[ThatOwlWoman]

Aww, that's a sweet picture!

Thanks. Happens a lot around here... late afternoon siesta time.