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Post by samwiseg on Jul 20, 2019 18:19:59 GMT
It might be a little too much for him to take on at one time reenie they like to see a little so it doesn't kill them you see Try something new by all means but one at a time, just a little piece first and then you may find he becomes a little more interested
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Post by Hezz on Jul 21, 2019 0:06:59 GMT
Sitting in the garden with Stuart and I've wedged mint, spinach, coriander, rocket, and basil through the bars of his cage.... Interested? Not on your life. The only veg I've successfully got him to eat is carrot and my spider plant! I think with Stuart you're more likely to have success by nibbling on things yourself. And then pretend that he can't have any!
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Post by reenie on Jul 21, 2019 6:47:16 GMT
It might be a little too much for him to take on at one time reenie they like to see a little so it doesn't kill them you see Try something new by all means but one at a time, just a little piece first and then you may find he becomes a little more interested Yes, I was just picking things that were growing in the garden to see if he'd show any interest, but I get what you mean. He did have a nibble at the basil, but I think he was playing with it rather than eating it.
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Post by reenie on Jul 21, 2019 6:48:17 GMT
Sitting in the garden with Stuart and I've wedged mint, spinach, coriander, rocket, and basil through the bars of his cage.... Interested? Not on your life. The only veg I've successfully got him to eat is carrot and my spider plant! I think with Stuart you're more likely to have success by nibbling on things yourself. And then pretend that he can't have any! Does that really work? I'm going to try today.
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Post by Hezz on Jul 21, 2019 9:36:51 GMT
It does work, if the bird is bonded. If he shows any interest in what you have, exploit it!!
I will admit that I've not had a lot of success with herbs with my crew, unfortunately. They do get plenty of fresh seeded grass, though.
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Post by reenie on Jul 21, 2019 16:10:44 GMT
Oh, he loves seeding grass...even over millet!
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Post by samwiseg on Jul 24, 2019 6:39:59 GMT
It might be a little too much for him to take on at one time reenie they like to see a little so it doesn't kill them you see Try something new by all means but one at a time, just a little piece first and then you may find he becomes a little more interested Yes, I was just picking things that were growing in the garden to see if he'd show any interest, but I get what you mean. He did have a nibble at the basil, but I think he was playing with it rather than eating it. Playing with it is still good too, it means he's not afraid of it so will hopefully have a nibble eventually!
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Post by Hezz on Jul 24, 2019 19:18:20 GMT
Agree with that, even if they just bite bits off and throw them on the floor. That's a step above ignoring altogether.
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Post by helenmat on Oct 14, 2019 21:33:01 GMT
Pickle would only eat any fresh food if I ate it first.
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Post by tweetiepiesmom on Oct 17, 2019 21:53:28 GMT
I am also a new budgie mom. My family had a parakeet when I was very young, so I only remember playing with him. Before I got my little guy, I did a lot of reading. I got him at one of the big pet chains. Hes not tame and looks to be about 4 months old. I have had him for 3 weeks. He only eats the seed I got at the store and throws the pellets out. He also won't eat the lettuce. Help!!! What to feed him and how??? Are we allowed to post brand names?
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Post by Hezz on Oct 18, 2019 0:49:44 GMT
Not a fan of pellets for budgies, so I'll leave that one alone. Lettuce is not the most nutritious food to start a budgie off with and consisting on mostly water can cause runny poops, especially in a budgie who has recently come to a new home.
Read through the lists on the first page of this thread. That will give you more of an idea of what budgies prefer to eat and what to avoid. Continue to offer fresh food even if there seems to be no interest in it; one day his interest may just be piqued enough to have a nibble.
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Post by tweetiepiesmom on Oct 18, 2019 1:04:31 GMT
Thanks - will read the 1st page carefully. I read that feeding him seeds would make him fat and was unhealthy, that he should be fed a good nutritious pellet. Has your experience been that a good well rounded seed mixture is OK along with fresh fruits and veggies? Is it best to put these treats in a separate food cup from his normal food? What is the best veggie to start him with - corn, carrots...
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Post by Hezz on Oct 18, 2019 1:27:31 GMT
Like any animal, genetics plays a large part, and how much exercise time your bird gets is vital, as well. The more fresh foods the better, limiting the amount of seeds that the budgie will wish to consume in a day. Also a busy bird with plenty to stimulate his mind will be less inclined to sit with his face in the seed pot. Yes, seed can be too rich a diet, which is why fresh is important. Pellets are not designed with a desert bird in mind, which the budgie is. The link below is a good one to read through, as well, particularly the info on oil seeds. The site suggests 10% of the overall seed mix, I think that is too much and have seen recommendations of 5% being a maximum, which I am in more agreement with. Another thing not mentioned there is that budgies just love oats and will eat them before anything else. they too are a fatty seed. www.omlet.co.uk/guide/budgie_guide/budgie_food/food_list
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Post by tweetiepiesmom on Oct 18, 2019 3:45:34 GMT
Thank you! I read the information on the link and found it most helpful. I've bookmarked it so I can go back and re-read it as needed.
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Post by samwiseg on Oct 18, 2019 7:22:33 GMT
Hi and welcome tweetiepiesmom To get him started on veg, one thing you might like to try is a small amount of whatever it is you wish to try him with first as large pieces can be intimidating. Also, if you have a nibble of it yourself in front of him he might take to it too. Usually the philosophy with birds is - if you're eating it, it must be good!
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