Question:
We’ve had our budgie for a few years now and he won’t stop screeching. It’s driving us all mad. We tried putting him into another room but it doesn’t help. What can we do? Eve Burrage, Perth, WA.
Answer:
You need to try and work out what the trigger for his screeching is. Does he screech when you are around, after you stop giving him attention, or are out of the room?
Birds can become overstimulated, so he needs to be covered up and put into a darkened room for 12 hours a day to provide a “proper” rest period.
Make sure there’s lots of toys to keep him busy, and only give treats or attention when he is quiet and calm. Spend time with him, as boredom may well be a cause.
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