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- Mon Nov 01, 2010 3:26 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Another new word
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1113
Another new word
Smokey is saying something else. He now is saying 'baby'. It sounds more like 'bebe' but definately saying baby, Sooooo cute. It's funny, Smokey has been a unique pet in that he is so bonded to me yet a friend to everyone in the family. He understands what we say to him and responds accordingly. He ...
- Sun Oct 31, 2010 2:34 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey's has a new phrase
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2758
Re: Smokey's has a new phrase
Smokey is saying something else. He now is saying 'baby'. It sounds more like 'bebe' but definately saying baby, Sooooo cute. It's funny, Smokey has been a unique pet in that he is so bonded to me yet a friend to everyone in the family. He understands what we say to him and responds accordingly. He ...
- Thu Oct 14, 2010 2:50 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Petting IRN
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2520
Re: Petting IRN
Smokey loves a really long massage/scratch and pat. He demands to be patted while I watch tv. He loves it when I watch a long movie as he will be rubbed for as long as I am willing to do it. :lol: It has, however, taken a few years to develop the bond and trust, I suppose, for Smokey to like this. N...
- Fri Oct 08, 2010 2:13 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Talking w/ your bird and training to talk
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1095
Re: Talking w/ your bird and training to talk
I talk to, and treat, Smokey like a family member. There are lots of things he doesn't say however, he knows what I am saying. If I say "where's your ball" or "get your ball" he goes and gets it so we can play ball. I ask him if he wants garlic bread and he always nods his head b...
- Fri Oct 08, 2010 2:00 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Earrings
- Replies: 1
- Views: 650
Earrings
I have had my ears pierced just about forever !!! :lol: However, 4 years ago, Smokey was 1 year old, he went through a stage where he was always pulling at my sleepers and they kept breaking. One time he pulled at them, pulled them out of my ear and made quite a mess of my earlobe. It took so long f...
- Sun Sep 26, 2010 7:36 pm
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: facebook
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4968
Re: facebook
I clicked like on this page - Nice to see it thereLilly wrote:It's here! http://www.facebook.com/pages/Indian-Ri ... 682?ref=ts
- Sun Sep 26, 2010 7:35 pm
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: facebook
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4968
Re: facebook
pinkdevil wrote:laine, I tried to look for you but there are soooo many of you on fb.
lenny_hayes is that the same name as on fb?
Elaine Hilton - location Caroline Springs Vic Australia
OR:
http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000931391398
- Sun Sep 26, 2010 7:32 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey's has a new phrase
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2758
Re: Smokey's has a new phrase
bec - sounds like he is one funny bird.
- Sun Sep 26, 2010 3:29 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey's has a new phrase
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2758
Re: Smokey's has a new phrase
Ha ha ha..it's in his head...i promise..i have had Archimedes for almost 6 or 7 years and he forgets but he does say them again.. it's what the others said--it's the flavor of the moment. :wink: Best Wishes, IMRAN-C You were right Imran. :D This weekend Smokey has started saying things he hasn't sa...
- Sun Sep 26, 2010 3:22 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Funny new choice of toy for Smokey
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1562
Re: Funny new choice of toy for Smokey
Hey man i like you and your bird, got nothing against you but the freedom of your b ird. You should keep ur bathroom door always closed cuz once your bird lands in your toilet water, then will drown. :shock: Thanks for your concern, however, I am responsible enough to ALWAYS keep my bird safe. The ...
- Tue Sep 14, 2010 4:54 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey and my new pj's
- Replies: 2
- Views: 905
Smokey and my new pj's
The other night I did my usual nightly routine. The only difference, after my shower, I put on new pj's. Smokey always comes to the bathroom with me each night - he loves it. When he watched me getting dressed and put on my new pj's his reaction was so funny. Over and over he kept saying to me "...
- Sun Aug 29, 2010 4:14 am
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: facebook
- Replies: 23
- Views: 4968
Re: facebook
Yes I am on facebook. Elaine HIlton Please feel free to add me to your friends list.
- Tue Aug 10, 2010 10:03 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Do IRN's have to be only around their owner to bond?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 888
Re: Do IRN's have to be only around their owner to bond?
Hi, My IRN is in the lounge room. There is one rule, I am the only one who lets him out. (had problem with a previous bird :( ) Smokey is completely bonded to me and will not let me go anywhere in the house without him, however, he loves my son who is 19. Dale has taught him games and tricks and he ...
- Sun Aug 08, 2010 4:23 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Funny new choice of toy for Smokey
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1562
Funny new choice of toy for Smokey
Smokey has found the strangest new toy in the house. A toilet roll !! If he goes into the bathroom (he flies to my bedroom and then to my ensuite which includes a 2nd toilet) he sits on the towel rail, stretches across and pulls the toilet roll off the holder. He then flies to the floor, positions t...
- Sun Aug 01, 2010 4:25 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey's has a new phrase
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2758
Smokey's has a new phrase
Smokey has started saying "what's the matter?" It's so cute. He doesn't, generally, have very clear speech but this is quite clear. I love it. Strange thing though, he has stopped saying 'What you doin'. This was never very clear, I just knew what he was trying to say. Has he perhaps stopp...
- Sun Aug 01, 2010 4:07 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: my parrot has a phobia
- Replies: 6
- Views: 1708
Re: my parrot has a phobia
Funny things they all are. Smokey doesn't like alluminium foil. So if I am preparing dinner (or anything I when need to line an oven tray with foil) he goes nuts. His screaming and squwaking is unbearable. He also doesn't like me holding a ruler - no idea why it's not as if he has ever been hurt by ...
- Tue Jul 13, 2010 4:47 pm
- Forum: IRN Photo Forum
- Topic: Carrot?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2303
Re: Carrot?
Smokey loves carrots but he only likes them when they have been cooked and are soft. In fact he loves anything I eat LOL
- Sat May 22, 2010 12:11 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: talking ability
- Replies: 9
- Views: 2625
Re: talking ability
Hi, Smokey is 4 1/2 years old male. His "talking" is not very clear as he tends to copy my tones rather than pronounce clear words. I have tried very hard to get him to talk well but it hasn't happened. The only words he says properly are 'Pretty bird' and calling out for my partner Brett ...
- Sat May 15, 2010 6:35 am
- Forum: IRN Photo Forum
- Topic: pinkdevil this is for you :O)
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4123
Re: pinkdevil this is for you :O)
Your birds are awsome. Love the babies and your grey.
- Sat May 15, 2010 6:31 am
- Forum: IRN Video Forum
- Topic: New Vid of Archimedes
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3291
Re: New Vid of Archimedes
Archimedes is beautiful. Smokey enjoys watching too. We always search you tube for bird videos. It keeps Smokey amused.
- Sat May 15, 2010 6:17 am
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: Different personalities
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1373
Different personalities
I went to a pet shop the other day and there was a cage with 3 ringnecks. All beautiful however displayed completely different personalities even though they were so young. Two were blue and one was grey. My son and I watched these birds for a good 10 - 15 minutes and the entire time the grey was co...
- Sat May 15, 2010 6:05 am
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
- Topic: Hello! New member/new owner
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1523
Re: Hello! New member/new owner
They look beautiful. Glad you are making some progress.
- Sat May 15, 2010 6:02 am
- Forum: Introduce Yourself!
- Topic: Hello from cm and Jeri
- Replies: 3
- Views: 931
Re: Hello from cm and Jeri
Welcome back. I am glad someone else's bird clucks. Smokey clucks, especially when he's having a rub/scratch/pat.
- Fri Apr 23, 2010 3:28 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Closet talker/whistler
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1031
Re: Closet talker/whistler
Smokey is somewhat of a closet talker. I believe he chats to himself to occupy his time till I am around. I have, in a way, proven this by leaving him in his cage and hiding in a nearby room. Also if he wakes before me he will amuse himself with chatter/whistles but as soon as he hears movement he j...
- Mon Apr 19, 2010 4:32 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Funny story - I don't believe he did this but it's true
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1374
Funny story - I don't believe he did this but it's true
Every night I make a warm drink and have a gingernut biscuit or 2. :wink: Every night I share with Smokey. I dunk the biscuit, blow on it to cool then pass it to him to take a bite. He looooooooves it. He likes his biscuits softened - I know I spoilt him :oops: . Anyway;- Tonight I didn't have ginge...
- Sat Mar 27, 2010 1:12 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Re: Smokey the TV star
I didn't win the $10,000 but hey, I was glad he got on TV and I will get $500. I will just have to send in another one
- Thu Mar 25, 2010 4:46 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Re: Smokey the TV star
The winner of $10,000 is announced this Saturday during the show. Fingers & wings crossed. Only 2 more sleeps. We are so excited. Have to keep reminding myself not to get my hopes up too much otherwise I will be too disappointed if I don't win. Anyhow, I have already won $500 just for getting it...
- Sat Mar 20, 2010 5:25 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Re: Smokey the TV star
http://channelnine.ninemsn.com.au/video ... aid=287164
I hope this link works. There is a short commercial first then the video plays.
I hope this link works. There is a short commercial first then the video plays.
- Sat Mar 20, 2010 5:23 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Re: Smokey the TV star
If you go to the website of australia's funniest home video show and click on the tab : finalist
you can view it. I have tried to find a link but I am not sure what to do.
you can view it. I have tried to find a link but I am not sure what to do.
- Sat Mar 20, 2010 1:41 am
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Re: Smokey the TV star
Yeay, this is so exciting
I think all the attention has gone to his head already He has started making celebrity demands. Extra pats, nuts, and demanding I peel his apples from now on .
I think all the attention has gone to his head already He has started making celebrity demands. Extra pats, nuts, and demanding I peel his apples from now on .
- Thu Mar 18, 2010 4:21 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Light fixation.. (o _ O) Is It Normal??
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1115
Re: Light fixation.. (o _ O) Is It Normal??
Hi, Smokey likes to look at the lights also. He always has. Not as much now but still does it. We have those new energy saver globes in our house but if he catches sight or remembers they are up there, he will just watch. Smokey is now 4 1/2 years old. Sorry can't answer why but just to let you know...
- Thu Mar 18, 2010 4:16 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Smokey the TV star
- Replies: 17
- Views: 2885
Smokey the TV star
Yes that's right Smokey is going to be on TV All Australian viewers watch Australia's Funniest Home Videos tomorrow night on channel 9(Saturday 20th March at 6.30pm) Smokey is going to be on it. Please watch and if he gets into the final 4 for the prize PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEA...
- Tue Mar 09, 2010 3:12 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Which uses more energy - walking or flying?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 987
Which uses more energy - walking or flying?
Does anyone know if a bird uses more energy flying or walking? The reason I ask is I have a long hallway leading from the front to the back of the house. Most times Smokey will fly after me but sometimes it amazes me that he will choose to waddle all the way. Wouldn't it be quicker to fly? I notice ...
- Thu Feb 11, 2010 2:10 pm
- Forum: IRN Video Forum
- Topic: Look what my ringie can do now. :o))))
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3004
Re: Look what my ringie can do now. :o))))
Very cute and clever little bird. Beautiful color too.
- Thu Feb 04, 2010 4:10 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Update On Smokey Attacking Me When I'm On The Mobile Phone
- Replies: 3
- Views: 998
Re: Update On Smokey Attacking Me When I'm On The Mobile Phone
Hi, Smokey is now just over 4 years old. He has changed quite alot since the photo in my avatar. (Should up date it hey? lol). I have been through many ups and downs with him but over the years we have a very special bond. Smokey does the funny dance to me - he looooooooves me. He also tries to feed...
- Wed Jan 27, 2010 9:19 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Update On Smokey Attacking Me When I'm On The Mobile Phone
- Replies: 3
- Views: 998
Update On Smokey Attacking Me When I'm On The Mobile Phone
Well, it has been a few weeks and I have finally stopped the attacks. I practiced with the phone ringing and going to another room and closing the door. He didn't like this at all - Mum on the phone and in another room. Didn't take too long and he seemed to get the idea. If he attacks me while I am ...
- Thu Dec 10, 2009 10:53 pm
- Forum: IRN Video Forum
- Topic: Alex on Youtube =)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1904
Re: Alex on Youtube =)
I am glad you shared that. Now I don't feel so alone. LOL. Smokey does exactly that to my hands and toes. Poor thing, he needs a girlfriend.
- Sat Dec 05, 2009 7:36 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Smokey's started attacking me
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2400
Re: Smokey's started attacking me
Thanks Imran, There are a few good suggestions there. Yes, Smokey is fully flighted. He is also very attached to me, so as soon as I even look like making a move, if he is not already hanging around me, he will fly really fast to my shoulder. (Very much like a child yelling out "Mum where are y...
- Fri Dec 04, 2009 9:15 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Smokey's started attacking me
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2400
Re: Smokey's started attacking me
Ha ha! i had to laugh. I would maybe relocate his cage, or you can keep your phones on vibrate. 8) EDIT:You should browse the internet for a fake cell phone to purchase and put it in Smokeys cage! This is not a solution. Smokey id always out of his cage when I am home, therefore the location of the...
- Fri Dec 04, 2009 9:09 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Question about Cockateil behaviour
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2178
Re: Question about Cockateil behaviour
Thanks Bec, That was what we were thinking. She was alone all day and the excitement of Dale coming home was great for her. Now he is just there all day and she knows it. She is happy to be in the same room, just leave me alone - so to speak. Hopefully she will readjust and play more. She hasn't lai...
- Fri Dec 04, 2009 4:06 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Smokey's started attacking me
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2400
Smokey's started attacking me
Yes, that's right. My very loveable Smokey has started attacking me. It is, however, only when I am on the mobile phone. He flies to the phone as soon as it starts ringing, so obviously he's there first. He bites my fingers, ears and the phone trying to get it off me. Tonight he bit my neck trying t...
- Fri Dec 04, 2009 3:12 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Question about Cockateil behaviour
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2178
Question about Cockateil behaviour
My 18 y.o. son, Dale, has a female cockateil about 2 years old now and has had her from a baby. She is not very social but loves my son. She hates everyone else. She will choose when it's time to interact with Dale and he doesn't seem able to be in charge, to put it simply. He is very good with her,...
- Fri Nov 13, 2009 10:08 pm
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Toes
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1077
Toes
It's hot and I am bare footed at home. Smokey has taken a liking to my toes. Not biting - loving. He is fully flighted yet he has been running round on the floor after my toes. Sometimes I worry so much about him being on the floor, especially in high traffic rooms, that i quickly put on a pair of s...
- Wed Nov 04, 2009 3:49 am
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: WOW I love the new colors for the site
- Replies: 0
- Views: 950
WOW I love the new colors for the site
Awesome color choice. I love it. Best job so far. Don't change it now, it's perfect.
- Sat Oct 24, 2009 11:19 pm
- Forum: IRN Lounge
- Topic: How time flies!
- Replies: 1
- Views: 954
How time flies!
It doesn't seem 5 minutes since my one and only son started kindy, then primary school. Before I knew it he was having his grade 6 graduation and going to secondary colledge. On Friday night, my baby now 18, graduated from secondary school having successfully completed year 12. I was so proud as he ...
- Fri Oct 16, 2009 10:40 pm
- Forum: Ringneck Stories
- Topic: Cranky Green Grocer Thinks I Am A Nut Case
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2541
Cranky Green Grocer Thinks I Am A Nut Case
Every 2 days I go to the green grocer near work and buy just a small variety of fresh fruit. I must annoy them cos it's generally 2 apples, 3 bananas (1 for smokey & 2 for me), a few grapes (you get the idea). I have always thought that the grocer must think I buy them for my lunch. Any way the ...
- Sun Oct 11, 2009 10:01 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: jealous behaviour not seen before
- Replies: 1
- Views: 559
jealous behaviour not seen before
Just to recap for those who don't know: Smokey is 100% my bird - to the extreem. I am Mum / Mate / Friend. Smokey is, however, very friendly with the rest of the family for varying different reasons - everyone has their purpose according to Smokey. This particular behaviour relates to my 18 year old...
- Fri Sep 25, 2009 9:57 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Girlfriend for Smokey?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1086
Re: Girlfriend for Smokey?
Thanks Lauren, that has given me alot to think about. Since posting this I, quite surprisingly, came across the girl who I bought Smokey from. She is not a breeder, just the girl who used to work at the pet shop I got him from, however, she knows alot about birds. I asked her opinion and she said al...
- Tue Sep 22, 2009 6:23 pm
- Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
- Topic: Girlfriend for Smokey?
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1086
Girlfriend for Smokey?
I have been considering getting a girlfriend for Smokey. He is almost 4, very spoilt, very bonded to me, but very friendly. If I decide to do it how old should the new one be, or should I get a baby? Is there a chance Smokey will turn away from me and want to be with the new bird instead? Is he too ...
- Fri Sep 18, 2009 3:53 am
- Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
- Topic: Is he being naughty or is he clever?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2813
I found out what tiggers off the behaviour for Smokey in the mornings, when I need to leave for work. I have told you all before that I have a digital photo frame for Smokey that plays a movie of me talking to him while I am work. I say all the things I know he likes to hear and the things I want hi...