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by U.S Marine
Fri Oct 29, 2010 7:36 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Newbie...please help.just got a few questions....
Replies: 2
Views: 1017

Re: Newbie...please help.just got a few questions....

Well what could u do wrong? set off to your local pet store and make sure they know how to trim nails. spray the bird wit A .windex bottle filled with water. make sure to rinse out the windex before adding the water to spray for a bath
by U.S Marine
Thu Oct 28, 2010 10:12 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: urgent:how to feed irn with a syringe
Replies: 1
Views: 786

Re: urgent:how to feed irn with a syringe

Hiii. first off who sold the bird to you must show you and make sure you know how to feed the baby whith a syringe before u can even take the bird home. now if i were u i would go to a local bird store and ask them to show you how. this post is in the wrong section put it in the breeding section. al...
by U.S Marine
Wed Oct 27, 2010 3:32 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Screeching
Replies: 8
Views: 1896

Re: Screeching

lol, own who? We are all owned by our governments. To be free is to be with nature!
by U.S Marine
Wed Oct 27, 2010 12:14 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: And so it begins....
Replies: 5
Views: 1264

Re: And so it begins....

Hi Julie, what color is Indie How many do you have?
by U.S Marine
Wed Oct 27, 2010 7:35 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Caravan Trip, Please Help ..
Replies: 1
Views: 695

Re: Caravan Trip, Please Help ..

Hii its best to keep him home. he will feel calm and look calmer. if he stays home he will get more used to his environmet. just have your mother or sister put treats through the cage. trust me someone could steal him. inside the car will become tight and humid. No Moderator here took part on this m...
by U.S Marine
Wed Oct 27, 2010 7:16 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: And so it begins....
Replies: 5
Views: 1264

Re: And so it begins....

Jaws is a real classic, great movie! hope another part is in the making. Gradulations on Jameson well your bird should have its cage were people in your house are at the most times of day, if not then were james can atleast hear voices not t.v but your own voice. Now you want james to understand you...
by U.S Marine
Tue Oct 26, 2010 7:02 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Screeching
Replies: 8
Views: 1896

Re: Screeching

Waka Waka Africa!!! Spain won the world cup lol, next year Africa. :lol:
Your bird loves you guys, it wants to be next to yous all the time if it sees you,
hears you it starts screeching. You got two choices, either totally IGNORE, or choice
two is to talk back to it but softly. You can do both.
by U.S Marine
Mon Oct 25, 2010 4:20 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Ring Coming
Replies: 1
Views: 700

Ring Coming

I see spots of pink or red coming in Goldmans neck, will post pictures tomorrow. How long will it take to get a full ring from seeing spots of it, underneath his yellow coat.
by U.S Marine
Thu Sep 16, 2010 7:11 pm
Forum: Ringneck Stories
Topic: my new baby
Replies: 3
Views: 2037

Re: my new baby

hell yea. every Ringneck owner always talk about how unique these birds are. They are the best parrots. Beautiful, especially the yellow males.
by U.S Marine
Thu Sep 16, 2010 6:50 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Funny new choice of toy for Smokey
Replies: 6
Views: 1561

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:
by U.S Marine
Thu Sep 16, 2010 6:07 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: EMERGENCY!!!! HELP!
Replies: 12
Views: 2803

Re: EMERGENCY!!!! HELP!

If its bleeding or open still put some baking flour on it.
by U.S Marine
Sun Jun 13, 2010 2:56 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: BIRD LAMPS
Replies: 1
Views: 789

BIRD LAMPS

Do they work, can they add color to your bird?
by U.S Marine
Thu May 13, 2010 9:10 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Microchipping.
Replies: 6
Views: 1586

Re: Microchipping.

Never get them chipped, one day we might be getting micro chipped, that's the mark of the beast!!
by U.S Marine
Sat Feb 20, 2010 1:21 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: Getting rid of bird food
Replies: 5
Views: 1843

Getting rid of bird food

Can my bid live off of Vegetables as there main diet?
I am thinking of quitting bird food from the store.
by U.S Marine
Sat Jan 23, 2010 3:33 pm
Forum: IRN Photo Forum
Topic: New Ringneck goldman
Replies: 6
Views: 1904

New Ringneck goldman

I named the new bird goldman. He is friendly, still teaching him to step up. My other bird mikey is aggressive to him. Trying to work things out with them on my freetime..lol :lol: A few pictures of him inside the cage. Mikey stays in a seperate cage just until they accept each other. http://i41.pho...
by U.S Marine
Sat Jan 23, 2010 8:51 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Introducing IRNs to each other
Replies: 3
Views: 1063

Re: Introducing IRNs to each other

Hey lags i just got my second ringneck.
i tried pairing them up and they fought.
so i can share the experience with you
know, what im gonna do is to let them
see each other daily then wen the time
is right i'll stick em together. My female
is the more aggressive one...
:lol:
by U.S Marine
Fri Jan 22, 2010 12:50 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: My Ringneck is reverting back
Replies: 2
Views: 975

Re: My Ringneck is reverting back

Hey skyfire, you should try to use food instead of going in single handed. Use treats that your bird loves. After you figure out what food he likes you then can use that to your advantage. Use your finger to step up with the treat in your other hand and make sure he sees the treat before you try to ...
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 8:06 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Feather Pulling
Replies: 1
Views: 849

Re: Feather Pulling

Ouch! What a mystery you have. Does your bird have free flight? Free roam? those might be
an issue.
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 8:04 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Parrot Friendly Room?
Replies: 3
Views: 1211

Re: Parrot Friendly Room?

Get the floor wood or with tiles. A carpet floor might be harder to clean the poop up. :lol:
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 7:43 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Smokey's started attacking me
Replies: 10
Views: 2395

Re: Smokey's started attacking me

Hey Leo post some pictures of your bird. Its been awhile Leo.
Leo, does not matter if the bird never been clip and take your
bird to a pet shop have them show you how its done. It will be
much much easier... :lol:
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 7:37 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Introducing IRNs to each other
Replies: 3
Views: 1063

Re: Introducing IRNs to each other

Hey lags, i have no experience with two Indian Ringnecks as of yet. But an answer is better then nothing! It has to been a few days know since you last posted so tell me how Sha and him are doing. The best thing is TIME for your birds, its normal for your birds to fight for a few days or maybe a wee...
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 7:24 pm
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: peanuts?
Replies: 14
Views: 4234

Re: peanuts?

my ringneck is the same way with peanuts. ADDICTION! :lol:
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 7:21 pm
Forum: Mutations/Genetics
Topic: Can anyone tell me what mutation this is?
Replies: 3
Views: 1693

Re: Can anyone tell me what mutation this is?

this might be in the wrong section. if you post in that link below, you might get the answer you need. :lol:

http://www.indianringneck.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=6

just click the link..
by U.S Marine
Thu Jan 21, 2010 7:18 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Sharp Toe Nails
Replies: 9
Views: 2527

Re: Sharp Toe Nails

maybe pink devil is right. with my bird the nails are not a bother, and i never trim them.
by U.S Marine
Wed Jan 20, 2010 7:15 pm
Forum: News
Topic: ahh man!
Replies: 6
Views: 3091

Re: ahh man!

Its so sad when animals are classed as pest, expessially when they are native to that country. The animals were there before humans starting building, farming, ect. Humans are the real 'pests' because we take so much natual habitats away from all species of animals and we have made soo many endange...
by U.S Marine
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:49 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Won't play with toys
Replies: 3
Views: 1086

Re: Won't play with toys

Its only a matter of time before Dexter understands what they
are used for. Just feed him, change his water everyday and he
should come around the corner soon.
:lol:
by U.S Marine
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:44 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Sharp Toe Nails
Replies: 9
Views: 2527

Re: Sharp Toe Nails

Theres more then one option ok, but i'll tell you a few.
You can buy certain perchs from the store that sand down
the nails. You can also take the bird to a pet store that clips
nails, i am sure they do it free of charge just provide your bird.

:P
by U.S Marine
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:16 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Need help please
Replies: 26
Views: 3687

Re: Need help please

hmm, how do i do it? take a spoon with mixed food or straight from my hand?
by U.S Marine
Mon Jan 18, 2010 3:02 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hi there. <3
Replies: 2
Views: 1447

Re: Hi there. <3

hey Jess and Chocobo. Thats great to hear some one chose the ringneck as a pet. Well whatever you need help with just say it. Yes these forums are always active.
by U.S Marine
Mon Jan 18, 2010 2:59 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hello from Tasmania, Australia!******
Replies: 5
Views: 1175

Re: Hello from Tasmania, Australia!******

You guys see him taking a bath lol.
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 3:03 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Hello from Los Angeles!
Replies: 7
Views: 1732

Re: Hello from Los Angeles!

Its cold over on the east coast! Hows the weather in L.A? Goodluvk with your new ringneck and post as much as you want, we will help.
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:33 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: IRN owners who work
Replies: 6
Views: 1653

Re: IRN owners who work

I go to work at 6:30 AM and get home at 3:00 pm. I had no behavioral problems with my bird as of today. I make sure the bird is what i see when i get home and she seems to be happy. I should be getting her a mate soon though, ever consider that? my bird has free roam all day, she is inside a room th...
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:17 pm
Forum: IRN Lounge
Topic: HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!!
Replies: 3
Views: 1404

Re: HAPPY NEW YEAR !!!!!!!

happy new year indianringneck.com!!

-2010
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:16 pm
Forum: IRN Lounge
Topic: Convict Baby Fry pics
Replies: 6
Views: 2268

Re: Convict Baby Fry pics

Nope, i got rid of the tank due to getting a bird.
I wish i saved the videos i once had of the tank.
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 2:00 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Need help please
Replies: 26
Views: 3687

Re: Need help please

hey bec, i never hand reared my ringneck but could i whip out a spoon with goodies. would this improve interaction?
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 1:48 am
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: BEAK- ABNORMAL?
Replies: 4
Views: 1246

Re: BEAK- ABNORMAL?

if you guys can post pictures that would be a lot more easier. Well wen my ringneck was only a few weeks old the beak was a different color then from what it is now. The color had gotten darker.
by U.S Marine
Sun Jan 17, 2010 1:44 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Males
Replies: 1
Views: 768

Males

Do males tend to be more interactive. What sex do you have, if you have more then the same sex which one is more interactive? I have a female, she is friendly but does not want to interact...
by U.S Marine
Sat Dec 05, 2009 3:30 pm
Forum: Introduce Yourself!
Topic: Anyone know a IRN breeder in Los Angeles?
Replies: 7
Views: 1787

Re: Anyone know a IRN breeder in Los Angeles?

You know im quite impressed myself. Why is it many store keepers and new members explain to us that they are not sure about the Indian Ring neck aggression. I own a female that is gentle. I will be getting another ring neck soon and i will guarantee its just as gentle.
by U.S Marine
Sat Dec 05, 2009 2:54 pm
Forum: Miscellaneous Comments/Questions
Topic: Can i have a ringneck & a conure in the same cage?
Replies: 8
Views: 10409

Re: Can i have a ringneck & a conure in the same cage?

I own a female Ringneck, she is so gentle. Never has bit me so far its been a year. I agree with Bec, it really comes down to the birds personal personality. :lol:
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 2:15 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Feral IRN
Replies: 11
Views: 1966

Re: Feral IRN

I hope for the best for Pepper and Grey Matter. Reading on how tame Pepper is, Grey Matter could become tame faster because of her. Goodluck!
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 1:23 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Feral IRN
Replies: 11
Views: 1966

Re: Feral IRN

egchicsohc wrote:We have been hand feeding him peanuts in his cage. Also we have been getting him out of the cage with a towel and let him run around with our female.
Nice, how tame is your female?
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 11:47 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Question about Cockateil behaviour
Replies: 10
Views: 2178

Re: Question about Cockateil behaviour

I guess some people never feel satisfied. Jeez, why so negative? :roll:
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 10:59 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Feral IRN
Replies: 11
Views: 1966

Re: Feral IRN

You done a good thing. Grey Matter should become tame, if your willing to work with him.
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 10:49 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Question about Cockateil behaviour
Replies: 10
Views: 2178

Re: Question about Cockateil behaviour

Dale should try applying for jobs. The Cockatiel should have been interacted with other people, other members of the house should at least talk to the bird for awhile.
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 10:43 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Smokey's started attacking me
Replies: 10
Views: 2395

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!
by U.S Marine
Fri Dec 04, 2009 10:40 am
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Well, i found out.
Replies: 11
Views: 2610

Re: Well, i found out.

Well guys, i am just going to keep it Mikey! The bird turns its head wen you say Mikey so, why not Mikey. :lol:
by U.S Marine
Tue Dec 01, 2009 4:32 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Well, i found out.
Replies: 11
Views: 2610

Re: Well, i found out.

I called her Mikey, i just got her DNA test.
by U.S Marine
Tue Dec 01, 2009 12:28 pm
Forum: IRNs Behavior & Taming
Topic: Well, i found out.
Replies: 11
Views: 2610

Well, i found out.

My bird is a female. I need a good name, for a girl? She is a green.
by U.S Marine
Wed Nov 04, 2009 4:08 pm
Forum: News
Topic: Downtime
Replies: 10
Views: 3609

Re: Downtime

I thought i had been banned! Its great to be back up. :shock:
by U.S Marine
Tue Oct 27, 2009 1:38 am
Forum: IRN Diet & Housing
Topic: dry feet or mites?
Replies: 8
Views: 3475

Re: dry feet or mites?

Donna wrote:You can buy pure aloe juice at your local walmart or pharmacy and delute it with water 50/50 and spray him once a day with it, will not hurt the eyes. Bump up the humidity in your house as well.


Donna :D
You sure do know plenty about birds. lol. :D