Comments on: How can I convince my dad to let me have an eclectus parrot?

By: kim

kim — Mon, 10 May 2010 09:32:45 +0000

Since you no longer wanted the animals you wanted before, what happens if you decide you no longer want the eclectus. Eclectus are not a first time bird, nor are they an easy to care for bird. They’re extremely messy, require home made healthy foods daily, full time care from humans as well as a load of interactive toys. You must be able to provide all of this all of the time you have the bird.

The smell will depend on the care given. If cared for properly & cleaned properly you won’t have a smell.

eclectus only develop dust if they’re not cleaned & cared for properly. Regular bathing to keep their feathers clean & dust free, especially during moulting seasons & if you live in a dry place them buy a humidifier. Dry air will cause a dusty bird. Regular dusting of the house will also help. I have never heard of someone being allergic to eclectus parrots before.

Yes they make a mess, a hell of a mess & there is no avoiding it!! You need to clean regularly to keep the mess down.

By: Jamie W

Jamie W — Mon, 10 May 2010 08:38:48 +0000

They only smell and are as messy as you let them be. Do you know about their digestive system? the proper foods to feed? how much fiber they need? why do you want an Eclectus?

By: Mandy

Mandy — Mon, 10 May 2010 07:51:39 +0000

This is what you gotta do:
1) Tell him you will clean the cage once a week.
2) Tell him that YOU and only YOU will clean up the mess.
3) Tell him that if you keep it clean, allergies won’t be MUCH of a problem.
4) Prove your research.
5) Live up to your word.

By: Justin

Justin — Mon, 10 May 2010 07:40:21 +0000

nothing realy they cost a lot

By: Ink

Ink — Mon, 10 May 2010 07:03:17 +0000

Cry, it worked when I was younger. xD

By: 'Rie

'Rie — Mon, 10 May 2010 07:01:01 +0000

If you are a first time bird owner, I wouldn’t start out with an eclectus. You say you have read up on them, but they (all birds really) are a lot of work. Are you prepared to cook and/or prepare the sufficient amount of fresh foods that eclectus parrots need on a daily basis, as well as provide a diet that is appropriate for their longer intestinal tract? Are you ready to clean their cages, and the surrounding area on a daily basis?

You also say you have wanted a bunch of animals in the past, but figured you didn’t want those animals anymore…how do you know you won’t get tired of the bird then start to neglect it? Properly cared for, it can live for over 30 years. Are you ready for that commitment? It sounds like you’re younger too, who would take care of your bird when you go to school?

I’m VERY glad to hear you’ve done research on eclectus, but perhaps you should try a parakeet or cockatiel first.

By: Martina

Martina — Mon, 10 May 2010 06:48:00 +0000

Make him happy. do extra chores as well. For the allergies keep it away from the person who has allergies. Also for the smell change it one a day. put newspaper .

And if that doesn’t work BEG ON YOUR KNEES!!!! Lol !

Hope this helps. and good luck

By: Turbo

Turbo — Mon, 10 May 2010 06:33:44 +0000

When you get a place of your own you can keep any pet you want.

By: rose

rose — Mon, 10 May 2010 06:09:12 +0000

tell him to get a parakeet small clean everysting