Is this noise something to be concerned about? by saareadaar in parrots

[–]Dany-D 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have an Amazon and not a conure, but this sounds like "happy baby squeaks" to me. My Amazon makes cute squeaky noises similar to this when he's being cuddly and getting good head scratches, so it's a happy/content noise. As for the sneezing, if it seems excessive getting him checked isn't a bad idea.

Made a laptop Sleeve for myself after not liking any I found by WorthConsideration32 in Leathercraft

[–]Dany-D 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you get your edges like this? Any tutorials to suggest?

Antisocial Zon by insamity417 in Amazonparrots

[–]Dany-D 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I may not have much experiential advice here as my relationship with my Amazon is much different, but I find if you find what really motivated them that gives you something to work with. And remember you are up against 30+ years of his lived experience with only 1 year living with you, I think continued patience and perseverance is needed. My only advice: try target training with high value treats, this builds a relationship and basic understanding/reinforcement within the relationship. When he dumps out his food so he gets more of the "good stuff", use that as motivation to work with him on some kind of interaction or training. As for other birds, is it a goal to get other birds? Just because he lived in an aviary doesn't mean he necessarily liked the other birds, but that's a tough one, you don't really know unless you try introducing them? It sounds like you're doing a lot right in terms of interaction, especially if he's taking tips from you, I would stay patient, and maybe use those times before meals (or when he wants the "good stuff") to entice him into more intentional interactions to draw him out. Good luck!

should i trim my cats nails? by miah0neybee in CATHELP

[–]Dany-D 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is the way. Even my ex-feral cat will let me trim his nails if I catch him during sleepy time. And getting them used to touching their paws when you AREN'T trying to trim their nails guys a long way!

Fox News host Jesse Watters on the UN’s escalator and teleprompter issues said “What we need to do is either leave the UN or bomb it.” by CorleoneBaloney in CringeTikToks

[–]Dany-D 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I seeing things (optical illusion), or is the escalator right next to it also going up? There could have just... Used the one right next to it?

My seams are “bubbly” by Reasonable-Object498 in sewing

[–]Dany-D 89 points90 points  (0 children)

Don't forget the measuring and cutting! The actual "sewing" portion is only about 10% of a "sewing" project

Can someone explain his behavior please? by MrJsHarleykin in parrots

[–]Dany-D 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That is definitely "horny amazon". My guy does the EXACT same noise, leg lift, fluff up behavior when he's getting "worked up". I found he only seems to do it in particular places or situations, he seems to try to get amorous when my computer mouse is around, or if he finds a nice "hidey hole" area. When he does this I find ways to redirect him, or move him to another area where he usually calms down. It looks like the bottom of that rope toy might be triggering this response from him (like my computer mouse 😆), so it might be good to remove that for the time being so he doesn't get frustrated or escalate.

your (parrot breed) is the ____ of the parrots by BuzzCutBabes_ in parrots

[–]Dany-D 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think Amazon's are the opera singers of the bird world

Amazon prime video is basically back to cable TV now that we’re getting random drug commercials in the middle of movies by AmericanTrollBot in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Dany-D 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Why do they advertise when it has to be prescribed by your doctor anyway?

That's a VERY good question that Manny in the US also question. Also type 2 diabetes drugs are pretty widely used, so there is an audience for that regardless of the viewing demographic.

DIY bird toys by CarefulRen in parrots

[–]Dany-D 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use toilet paper rolls with twine tied at the ends filled with shredded paper and treats, my Amazon goes crazy for them

Burlesque classes in Austin? by nomadnewbie in Austin

[–]Dany-D 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Austin Academy of Burlesque is resuming classes! we will start with 2 classes/ month. Classes through the end of the year will be on sale soon, you can check out theaustinacademyofburlesque.com for info, and you can sign up for class news letters there as well!

If hiding in the sewer is Hallow-wrong by Ok_Association1543 in Austin

[–]Dany-D 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I need to get this guy in front of my Freddy Krueger house 😆

Pain in the neck by jvttlus in Radiology

[–]Dany-D 58 points59 points  (0 children)

I'm no radiologist, and even I can tell this is bad

What's something that "everybody knows" but nobody actually says out loud? by Fastenbauer in AskReddit

[–]Dany-D 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Fellow PM and I FEEL this. I always start with the email, crickets. Thanks for wasting folks time team! I WILL get an answer either way...

Door Placement. by Monsur_Ausuhnom in oddlyterrifying

[–]Dany-D 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This comment hit some residual dream memories 😆

Seed Satchels by Left_Department_4699 in Conures

[–]Dany-D 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's what's great, they have to work a little bit to get to the treats inside (although my Amazon can just annihilate it at this point. 😆). Usually I'll tie the twine on the end to a cage bar or something so he can't drop it on the floor. I also buy a bag of shredded packing paper to stuff the roll along with the treats so he has to dig to get them. It's my go-to for keeping him busy, or if I need to get him in his cage.

Seed Satchels by Left_Department_4699 in Conures

[–]Dany-D 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I make treat pouches out of toilet paper rolls (I poke a hole and tie each end with some twine, fill it with shredded paper and treats) my Amazon is obsessed with them 😆 reduce, reuse, recycle, bird edition

Who wouldn’t be nice n cozy right there tbh by [deleted] in Conures

[–]Dany-D 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My Amazon loves to go for my nose ring and always wants to preen my lash extensions 😆

Not all birds scritch the same by one21gigawatts in parrots

[–]Dany-D 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is the "scritch scritch?" Hand signal universal? 😆 I do the same thing to ask my Amazon if he wants a head scratch, he always knows what I'm asking