How to Make a Parakeet Talk Back

One of the most rewarding and entertaining aspects of owning a parakeet is teaching the bird to talk. These small, brightly-colored members of the parrot family are social pets that will provide years of comfort and companionship through mimicked words and phrases. A happy, healthy parakeet often has a desire to communicate with his caregiver. Parakeets are extremely intelligent, and many of these birds can learn to repeat vocalizations, if properly trained.

Instructions

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      Create a bond with your parakeet by focusing on his well-being. A parakeet will be more apt to communicate if his basic needs are met. Ensure your bird always has plenty of food and water. Keep him entertained and stimulated by installing a mirror and toys in his cage.

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      Begin the process of teaching your parakeet to talk by choosing a word or phrase that contains hard syllables. These sounds are easier for the parakeet to repeat. Try a phrase like "pretty birdie" to get your bird started.

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      Darken your parakeet's room when you begin a training session. This will help him to focus on your voice. Remain out of the bird's sight as you repeat the desired word or phrase over the course of a few minutes. Perform these sessions three times each day until your parakeet learns to mimic the sounds.