Instructions
Maintain a daily routine with your parrot. These birds need a calm environment to feel safe. As intelligent creatures, they will feel best if they know when they will be fed or let out of the cage for exercise. Keep the cage in a place where they can be with the family so they get used to people. Everyone should be instructed not to frighten the bird with any loud noise or action. If the parrot is scared, it could get defensive and nip.
Talk to your parrot. Call it by name, say "hello" or "good morning" when you enter the room. Give the bird praise in a soft soothing voice by saying "good boy" or "good baby." This vocal exchange will help the parrot to be more comfortable with you. If you choose a parrot that is a prolific talker, African Gray, Macaw or Cockatoo, be aware of what you say because the bird, like a child, could repeat everything.
Give treats by hand. This is another good way to win the parrot's trust. The bird will see your visits to its cage as a good thing and be more willing to take the next step in getting to know you. Approach the parrot slowly, holding the treat out to it. Speak softly while offering the treat. Once the parrot is accustom to taking treats from your hand, you can move on to getting the parrot to step onto your hand.
Instruct your parrot to "step up" on your finger. Larger parrots should step up on your arm for a steadier perch. Choose a time when the house is quiet and the parrot is calm. Hold your finger steady in front of the parrot's legs and give the command "up" or "step up." Remember to speak soft, encouraging words as you slowly approach. Once the bird is on your finger, move slowly so as not to startle it. Place the bird back on the perch and repeat this exercise.
How to Tame My Parrot
Parrots are extremely intelligent birds and require a patient owner. Most parrots are quick learners, but this will vary with different types of parrots. They need attention and affection to do their best. Parrots usually bond strongly to one member of the family, but can interact well with all family members if properly trained and well socialized. Taming your parrot and earning its trust will take time and patience.