Instructions
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Recognize the normal vocalization times for parrots. Highly-active periods for wild birds are in the mornings and evenings. If possible, allow your parrot to socialize with you or your family during these times.
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Interact with your parrot during set times. If mornings or evenings aren't your best time, consider a consistent schedule for socialization and stick with it. The rule of thumb is to never spend more time with your parrot than you can on a regular basis because then they expect it.
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Ignore excessive screaming. When a parrot screams, it's encouraged when you scream back to stop it. If you leave a room and the parrot screams, don't return until it's done screaming for you.
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Return to your parrot after its screaming stops. During this quiet time give the bird a treat. Soon the periods of silence will increase between your visits.
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Come into the room quietly and cover up the parrot if the screaming continues. A timeout of 5 to 15 minutes gives the bird time to quiet down if it's been startled or overstimulated.
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Busy the parrot before you leave the room or leave the house. Hide treats to encourage foraging or rotate its favorite toys in and out of its cage.
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