Cockatiel Care Guide | Everything You Need To Know!

Cockatiel Care Guide | Everything You Need To Know! | BirdNerdSophie

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Hi everyone! Thanks for watching my video on cockatiel care! I hope this video covers everything you need to know about keeping cockatiels as pets. If you have any questions, please leave them in the comments as I’d love to chat to you!
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Hi everyone, I'm Sophie, also known as BirdNerdSophie, and I make educational and entertaining parrot care content! I've been working professionally with animals since 2009 across different jobs including working as a zoo keeper, animal trainer, zoo presenter, animal care lecturer and farmer! I have been lucky enough to work with parrots of all sizes, including: blue and gold macaws, yellow naped Amazons and budgies! I have a First Class BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare specialising in birds, and I have a growing flock of parrots who I love!
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@A_J56k 3 жыл бұрын

The KZfaqr’s eye are very large it is actually kind of adorable

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Lol I suppose this one of the nicer comments I have received about my eyes! I am visually impaired so my glasses are quite magnified. I mostly get mean comments about it so that’s for saying something nice.

@ShadmanHamzah 3 жыл бұрын

I didn't notice that until you pointed that out. My brain was on the tips and the equally cute birds.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@ShadmanHamzah thank you 😊

@soap9781 3 жыл бұрын

@@ShadmanHamzah same lol

@simplyroyaleoldaccthenewis3596 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie really ur literally so pretty

@amytrn1555 3 жыл бұрын

the way you carry yourself and speak so articulately gives you such an intelligent demeanor. not relevant to the video but just something i noticed HAHA

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thanks for your kind words Amy! 🦜❤

@MusicLoverMN 2 жыл бұрын

Very true I was impressed by that as well

@miralabualjadail4206 2 жыл бұрын

U must be American

@wakeupfeelinggreateveryday1723 3 ай бұрын

it is relevant! ty

@acasualpain 3 жыл бұрын

My aunt gave me her cockatiel and im watching this video for tips on how to care for them. thank you for this

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hope you find it useful 😊

@tvgleaf 3 жыл бұрын

This person deserves more subs. So informative!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thank you for your kind words and thanks for watching! 😊🦜

@miamimouse3167 2 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie I subscribed

@judyyoung5627 3 жыл бұрын

I raised these birds for years and they are wonderful to have. I had one to live for 30 years.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Judy, yes they are amazing birds and wow that's a great age! 💙🦜😊

@barbara_guapp0358 3 жыл бұрын

What did you feed it and give it to drink??

@hanswolpertinger7033 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I never thought I would be a bird dad. I went to a pet store today with the intention of buying a pair of hermit crabs, but I absolutely fell in love with a cockatiel that I met. I knew the moment that he pressed his head against the cage, asking me to pet him, that we were meant for each other. Due to a big purchase earlier in the week, I couldn't afford to pay for him and his essentials outright, so I paid part of it and I will be picking up my little friend at the end of the week. I've already decided to name him Winston. He doesn't know it yet, but he's about to be welcomed into a loving home with a companion for the rest of his life

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

That sounds like how our Pickles chose us - asking us in for scritches! 💙 I love the name choice - what a lucky bird he is!

@Raven-xe8mp 2 жыл бұрын

not anymore... I purchased him earlier ;D)

@minilamma4879 2 жыл бұрын

Awww! Good luck on your bird owning journey. And if you don’t mind sharing, where did you get your bird from?

@angelapietras1235 2 жыл бұрын

I have two cocktails in a large aviary outside they are both turning 30 years old this year they are both males and are very healthy they dig in the grass at the bottom of the aviary and are very close to each other I live in Newzealand so the climate suits them perfectly I love watching them flying about lovely pets.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

That's very impressive! They sound very happy! 🦜

@Britt5286 3 жыл бұрын

Dont mind me just making a list to show my parents that I've done lots of research to get a cocktail 👉😀👉 Edit: or any other bird 😗

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Haha feel free to send my questions my way! :)

@ted5343 3 жыл бұрын

Omgggg me toooooo

@aligator6823 3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha me toooooooooo!

@iamnotamango 3 жыл бұрын

how dare u call me out like that xD

@soap9781 3 жыл бұрын

we got 4 parakeets but it didnt really work and now we are trying to sell them but we cant just sell cuz we need to give them to someone who will care and not separate them.

@willyandolya3741 3 жыл бұрын

Every future Cockatiel owner needs to see this video. Informative and honest. This gives the exact understanding of what to expect and how to care for your bird. I took some additional notes for our bird's diet. Thank you 😃

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I love educating people on parrot care this makes me very happy! :)

@jyotsnachristi990 7 ай бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophieyou showed us breakfast... What about lunch and supper? How many times should one feed the bird??

@BirdNerdSophie 7 ай бұрын

@@jyotsnachristi990 we feed twice a day - my video ‘what my conure eats in a day’ which was very recent shows this (the cockatiels get a very similar meal schedule!)

@jyotsnachristi990 7 ай бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophiethank you

@mf6150 Жыл бұрын

This was the first video I watched when I was looking into getting a bird! I now have a girl cockatiel named willow,I've had her for two years and she an abosulte angel! I took all ur advice and recommendations and she is the happiest girl! Thank u💗

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching my video! Sounds like you’re doing a great job with Willow 💙😊

@mariahadams1049 Жыл бұрын

I had my first one at age 4.. she indeed was easy to care for and amazing

@Hannah-tj2ev 2 жыл бұрын

I am so grateful for this video. I've had my little man a few days and I've picked up a lot of useful tips to keep him happy. Thank you 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it 💙😊

@gustav2933 3 жыл бұрын

Birds are creatures of which you need patience, I have a dog who is terrified of their shadow, and now she’ll go up to other people!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! Time and patience are key to having a happy bird! Glad your dog is more confident now!

@gustav2933 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I am hoping to get a cockatiel soon! This helped a lot!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@gustav2933 glad I could help! Let me know if you have any questions! 😊

@gustav2933 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, I subbed to!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@gustav2933 thank you so much, I really appreciate it 🦜😊

@RealLpsAngelEyesOfficial 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this information! My birthday is coming up, and I am currently getting ready to get a cockatiel as my gift. I've taken care of a small sparrow rescue bird for a week, and don't know too much on how to completely take care of a bird. This is really helpful, and I can't thank you enough.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful! 😊

@gachaari508 2 жыл бұрын

Same but the thing is I don’t really know if I’m actually getting it for my birthday, but I’m getting ready anyways

@samlovesbudgies4673 3 жыл бұрын

This video was helpful thanks

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful 😊

@TheParrotTeacher 3 жыл бұрын

Such a good video, you also got some of the best clips of how naughty and silly the boys can be!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

If only we had the camera rolling 24/7, we would get some crazy clips 😂

@bryannac8541 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the info! I would love to have a cocktail one day and I like to keep up on knowledge so that when the time comes I am prepared. Your birds seem so sweet and I can tell that you have created such a beautiful bond with them!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Ah thank you so much for your kind words! 🙂💕🦜

@cassiebunfill9144 2 жыл бұрын

I had a cockatiel growing up that whistle the Andy Griffith song. she was so cool ♥️

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Adorable! :)

@winkfinkerstien1957 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@oldperson6482 3 жыл бұрын

This is so informative! You’ve helped a lot, and I’m getting a cockatiel soon. This is great! Thank you so much!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found it useful 🥰

@candicet5973 2 жыл бұрын

This will be super helpful for my new cockatiel coming soon so I'm rewatching it again 😃😃

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Haha yah! So exciting!

@holly3530 2 жыл бұрын

I cannot express how helpful this is!! Thank you so much

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found it useful 😊💙

@jesseaka 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely love your videos and have found them to be incredibly informative.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kin words! 😊🦜💙

@ButtxrflyPlxyz 10 ай бұрын

I know I’m watching this 3 years later after posted 😅 but you are very helpful and I’m getting a cockatiel next week 😊

@BirdNerdSophie 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 💙🥰

@brindakr7164 3 жыл бұрын

Superb video.... Very helpful tips for taking care of cockteil... Thanks heaps👍😍

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching 😊💙🦜

@toastedsniper9248 Жыл бұрын

Love how they follow you around. That’s amazing

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

They are bundles of fun!

@profanator107 3 жыл бұрын

Loved your vidoes, very informative and helpful thank you so much!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found them useful! Thanks for watching! 🦜

@megsworldxo5884 3 жыл бұрын

You’re so adorable!!!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Lol, thank you! 🦜❤😀

@aiaiaiyourlittlebutterfly.mp4 2 жыл бұрын

Underrated channel ❤️ thanks for these tips; I have a flock of budgies and I had to take responsibility to raise a cockateil due to some reasons .. and I had very less knowledge about them.. thank you so much ❤️

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you o much for watching! 😁💙

@TheClarinetAddict 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribed! Learning all i can before we delve into the bird life. Thanks for the info!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Macie! ❤️🦜 Let me know if you have any questions!

@guttermouseTV 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful video. We’re doing all of the research we can before getting our birds and this was incredibly helpful!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful! I have a lot of other videos on my channel which you might like! 😊

@ThePanashe71 3 жыл бұрын

Your birds are absolutely gorgeous!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! 😍💙

@jamesguild2152 3 жыл бұрын

I've watched this video like 4 times lol I love it💝💖💞

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Aw thanks for watching James! 😊💙🦜

@_sh7 Жыл бұрын

Ohhh god thank you so much you beautiful such a gorgeous big eyes they look like two big diamonds I am in love , I really was needing this video it’s been week since the idea of getting a cute pet pop in my head and I finally found your channel 🤍.

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful 😊

@missy4cdts 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😊

@rosies_virtual_diary1 3 жыл бұрын

this the most helpful video i've watched , so thank you

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words! 😊🦜💙

@xaxolotl5437 Жыл бұрын

This was super helpful! I'm getting a Cockatiel soon and I've only ever owned Parakeets, so this video helped a lot! Thank you, and I'll make sure to subscribe to you!

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful 😊 thanks for subscribing 💙

@samlovesbudgies4673 3 жыл бұрын

I just released that in the background you had the t bar parrot and I’m getting one for my cockatiel so that’s good

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Good choice! 😀

@samlovesbudgies4673 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you

@kookoothecockatiel16 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful tips. Thank you

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 💙😊

@goksuturan2810 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, very helpful and informative. Thanks.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🦜💙😊

@SoaringWingsFlock 3 жыл бұрын

Your voice is so nice to listen to!

@SoaringWingsFlock 3 жыл бұрын

Also, awesome vid! I didn’t realise you had a KZfaq channel too ☺️ I follow you on insta☺️

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Lol thank you for the voice comment! 😂 I follow you guys too on mine and the flock’s account! Love seeing your flock and your tiels free flying! Ours are scared of their own shadows so I can’t see that happening any time but they fly around the house at speed lol! 🐣

@alllevelwithaminuteleft9762 2 жыл бұрын

You both rock and roll! We just got our first fella and are clueless. This video is exactly what we needed. The whole family has watched it and now we are rewatching it to catch everything. Thank you so much for sharing your expertise!!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you and the family have found it useful! 😊💙

@HeleenAbramson1234 8 ай бұрын

I have tried various Fruits and vegetables. No luck. They do love sunflower seeds and also the fresh flowers I bring them

@HeleenAbramson1234 8 ай бұрын

I am also trying to breed them. Frankie, the American male is very talkative. Golds, the female lutile,is not as talkative. I have a wooden breeding box and try to entice them to enter,so far no luck

@HeleenAbramson1234 8 ай бұрын

Golda rather.

@HeleenAbramson1234 8 ай бұрын

I cover their cage at night and shut the light

@yeyn3475 3 жыл бұрын

this video is really great, it helped me to become a better bird owner for my two boys!! thanks for putting all the effort into making this video! it was really helpful to me and hopefully many other people!!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words 😊💙🦜

@tasabeh_allah1111 3 жыл бұрын

Very very beautiful cocktails

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 🐣

@BonnysOneStepAhead 3 жыл бұрын

Coool video, really amazed to know that they produce dust...but they look damn cute...take care dear

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, yes they are messy little creatures but I wouldn't change them for the world! Hope you are well! :)

@poppygoodyear4917 3 жыл бұрын

I have done loads of research and are picking up 2 lovely cockatiels tomorrow! This video was so informative thank you!!!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 🥰

@poppygoodyear4917 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie I’ve had them for a day now, the previous owners were very neglecting and rough with them and they had quite a plain cage so I am working on gaining their trust and I have ordered a bunch of things off your Amazon list for them 👍💕

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@poppygoodyear4917 I'm so glad they you have taken them in - it sounds like they are going to be so loved! Thank you so much for using my link! I really appreciate it! 💙

@ornithologydude8649 3 жыл бұрын

@@poppygoodyear4917 good luck!

@cosmicfantasies 2 жыл бұрын

I watched a video where a 17 year old bought her 11 or 12 year old sister, a cockatiel. She literally purchased one of those small pet crates to keep it in

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

That's quite disturbing 😓

@joannvitovec4735 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for another important and informative video.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching 💙😊

@serviamstudios 2 жыл бұрын

God made you beautiful! Thank you for the video ☺ God bless

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@BrianneMatthewsOfficial 3 жыл бұрын

your birds are so cuteee 🥺💕

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you :) They use their cuteness to get what they want lol!

@naomicalleja 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing video, thank you! Very informative 😁

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! :)

@sepidehsoleimani5637 3 жыл бұрын

Very informative, thanks.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful! 🦜

@kns1212 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I stumbled upon this video. One of my birds had “night frights” for the first time the other night and I’ve been wondering ever since if I did something wrong. Glad to know it’s not abnormal and that I can do things to try and prevent them from happening. Thanks!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful! They’re definitely a down side of living with cockatiels but we can try to minimise them!

@yzzavillarin3392 3 жыл бұрын

and also, I love your birds! They're so cute especially when they take a bath! I wish my cockatiel would do that to! Because he won't let me spray him

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! They can be naughty when they want to be but they re just so cute! 😍 If you look in the video description at the bottom, there's a link to bathing training by Birdtricks which might help to get your little one interested in baths! My boys never liked the spray bottle but with time, patience and a little training, they usually accept it now. They seem to only prefer it one a week (because they are smelly little boys haha!) but I also respect when they just aren't in the mood so I don;t force them! They sometimes self bathe in their water bowls but not often!

@krisp422 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the awesome vid! AND Dope bebop poster!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Haha thank you, glad you enjoyed! 😊

@khaledaparvin8967 3 жыл бұрын

I like that how you have tried to comment everyones comment not like other youtubers The problem with other youtubers sre they don't reply to our comments we write 10 pages but no reply But in your case you try to reply to everyone everyone should learn lesson from you 🤗🤗🤗 See I told you all that she is very kind She replyed me hope you all and bird nerd shopie a awsome day

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Khaleda! Thank you for your comment! I try my best to reply to everyone as if someone has gone to the effort of watching my video and commenting, they deserve a reply! The only time I don’t is of people write mean comments, or sometimes KZfaq doesn’t tell me when I have new comments! Hope you are safe and well! 🦜💙

@CB-tq9zc 3 жыл бұрын

you are so pretty i love your eyes

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@Marwahx 2 жыл бұрын

Im a new owner of these Cockatiels so I'm trying my best to learn what is good for them and what is not. And this Video is Really helpful!! ❤️ Thank you ☺️

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! 😊💙🦜

@Marwahx 2 жыл бұрын

Omg Hi thanks for reading my comment! My dad actually bought these Cockatiels as a gift for my mom since it was their24th Anniversary! ❤️ And mom always wanted a cockatiel bird

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

@@Marwahx you're welcome - thanks for taking the time to watch my video! That's cute 💙

@georgegaylord122 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching 😊

@angiespak7712 8 ай бұрын

Great video thank you

@BirdNerdSophie 8 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

@e1n697 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for taking the time to make all of these videos, this one is especially helpfull for me. I'm very much a noob when it comes to keeping birds, I started in October last year :P Now perhaps I heard wrong...but I think you said "people being apprehensive" about feeding fresh vegetable and fruits, if one can't do this...then one is unfit to keep the animal in question. I fed my finches seeds exclusively, but that was from a point of not knowing any better. Now I do, and there is no way I will ever go back to just feeding seeds again. Granted I can only speak from experience (short as it is) with the finches, but they seem more vibrant, more content and I feel the flock is just happier overall. I just got 2 cockatiels 5 days ago, and abviously this is a completly different caliber of bird. I spend time with all my birds, I sit and talk to them, maybe eat fruits or veggies while I also offer chop to the birds. The idea is that I eat what they eat, unsure if this makes a difference...but the idea is thatthey can watch me do my thing, and not be on full alert and attentive to the birds every second. Pretend that I'm busy with my own stuff, so they get to watch me a lot. I will leave the cage door open to the cockatiels, so they can come out if they want to. So far, things have gone well. Or at least as well as can be expected, perhaps in a month or two they will be fully setteled in here. I think the fact that I already had finches helps, they are used to me now and do not scare as long as I move slow and gentle around them :) Now I have a few animals, but I think perhaps the birds are on top of my list if I had to pick a favourite. And this is mainly because they can do what I always wished I could do....fly :D

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching! I'm doing my best toe educate owners on the importance of a fresh diet, but there's so much misinformation out there that it can be hard to break down barriers!

@e1n697 2 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie Indeed, most people really know little to nothing about birds and their needs, and so we go with the "package deal" from a local pet shop. I learned early on with aquarium fish that I usually knew a lot more then the person selling, and ever since then I try to do my own research. I find a few good and reliable sources, and then I brows others now and then...but I am looking to find my "go toos", it takes a while to plow through the bs. I would say my learning curve in birds have been rather steep, but I'm willing to go above and beyond to learn and understand. And I like most people dislike to be told I do things wrong, but sometimes I do...and don't even know it. So yeah, we need people who know, who has the experience and the guts to let us now we are failing when we do :)

@lynlockley3336 2 жыл бұрын

hi i have a 2 wek old buddgie the mothe flue away i have been giveing this babby soft food every 2 hours is there anything i need to know

@yvonnemathis1183 3 жыл бұрын

Well that was a very good video. I previously had a Cockatiel but really didnt remember all the different things that were going to wear me out. I was contemplating taking in a pair that someone just doesnt have time for. I live alone with my one kitty that is not a problem for a bird, so I do have time , so to speak to spend with them. I just dont know if I'm adequate enough for them. Thank you for the video.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you found the video useful! Why wouldn’t you be adequate enough? The fact that you’re researching shows you care!

@cptbrncls7050 2 жыл бұрын

thinking of getting one when I move into new place early next year. Thank you for the video

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

@lolkel3759 2 жыл бұрын

This was really helpful thank you! by the way the part where you gave the little bird scritchis was so cute!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!

@asafm32 3 жыл бұрын

Your eyes are so Adorable im melting :'(

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

lol thanks!

@asafm32 3 жыл бұрын

Omg I didn't think you will reply 😅 Ummm *Hugs!* Also you cute i mean your parrots

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@asafm32 I reply to all of my comments lol! Thank you!

@ShadowBladeOG 2 жыл бұрын

I am getting a cockatiel this week! And i would really appreciate some tips his name is leo and he is 2 months old, btw your video is really good , keep up the good work

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Good luck with your new baby! I have lots of useful videos on my channel - let me know if you have any questions!

@ShadowBladeOG 2 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie i am having a lot trouble taming him its been two weeks but he still doesnt know to step up ,heck stepping up he is scared of me coming in the room he is biting me wheen i try to change his food and water he only comes even near my hand when i feed him millet please tell me how i can bond with him and have him step up on my hand

@cozymatcha11 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Sophie, for this thoroughly informative guide on Cockatiel care. Having two Indian Ringnecks and one African Grey, I would love to welcome a Cockatiel to our flock in the future. I greatly appreciate your honesty and insights and I know that I will be referring to this guide again. Also just realized that you have a Cockatiel playlist on your channel and I am so excited to check them out :) You're the best, Sophie! Appreciate all you do in the bird community ❤❤❤

@BirdNerdSophie 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thank you so much for your kind words 💙😊

@yzzavillarin3392 3 жыл бұрын

Love your channel!! I learned a lot!!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! ❤🐦

@hads100 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this video, it's been very helpful, I've had my two boys here since they were eggs, they are about 3yo now, I do give them a good variety of food, but they tend to be very difficult when it comes to trying new food like different types of vegetables or some other cooked soft food, they will not touch if it's not familiar, they also do not like to bath! They will never get in a water bowl no matter how many times it's made available to them, they don't like the spray either, If you have any tips, it will be highly appreciated. Thanks very much. Hadi

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Hadi, thanks for your comment and kind words! Have you seen my video on how to get you bird to eat vegetables? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h8iGrdx32Z6-iWg.html Have you ever heard of play sinks for parrots? It's like a stream of water like a tap that some birds like! Or you can mist them and give them a treat! I plan on making a video on this at some point!

@saurabhruti 2 жыл бұрын

you can also try putting lettuce in a bowl and adding water then offering it to them

@saidiviya3042 2 жыл бұрын

Great video ! Very informative ... Recently I got two baby chicks (male & female) ... Can u please comment about them being kept in an air conditioned room during night ... If not when chicks can they be kept after they develop feathers ?

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words! If they are without feathers they'll need to be kept warm, when they have feathers, they can be kept in an air conditioned room as long as it's not too cold, not blowing directly on them and the system is checked regularly for mould!

@samwood85 3 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video, thanks so much for a lot of detailed information! I work for an animal rescue, and just adopted a cockatiel for the first time in many years. I wish I had had all this info with my first cockatiel! My pretty girl is called Lucilla, and she is very tame and loving, which is amazing, considering it's her first day in our busy home. Thanks again, and my next stop is your sprout video!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

That’s awesome! Good luck with your new feathered baby!

@TheVaderdader Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video , i just got my cockatiel and this was very helpful!

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! 😊

@Basd_X 3 жыл бұрын

Cockatiel care is so simple wow I need a 2 budgies, cockatiel, conure, Amazon and macaw I got 2 budgies I need cockatiel next But I’ll just do more research

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Haha I wouldn't necessarily call it simple, but once you know the basics you can continue to improve! 😁🦜

@alekki 3 жыл бұрын

Question;im getting a cockatiel soon and I was wondering if they were particularly sensitive to sound? Like if I played piano next to my cockatiel would it damage their ears?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

It might be a little loud right next to your cockatiel - could you move them to the other side of the room whilst you play? :)

@Remy-lv5il 2 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming you've got this sorted already but personally my bird loves piano, I have an upright and he loves to yank the music off the piano too while I'm playing hahah

@Remy-lv5il 2 жыл бұрын

Also birds regenerate the cilia, the hairs inside the inner ear, so they really never have hearing problems. You can check out this study if you're curious about it, kind of an awesome phenomenon: scopeblog.stanford.edu/2018/06/06/birds-never-go-deaf-why-do-humans/

@BatOuttaHelgen 2 жыл бұрын

This is the very first video I've watched to help me decide if I'd like a cockatiel eventually. You are so informative and caring! I learned a lot and thoroughly enjoyed :) I hope Fish and Chip are doing well!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you liked it 😊 Chip and Fish are great thanks - currently having an afternoon nap!

@Vampxyzz 3 жыл бұрын

This video has the perfect balance of information and wholesomeness

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

You are so sweet, thank you! 💙

@goodeveninq 3 жыл бұрын

I want a cockatiel so bad but I'm a dad of 2 cats. One question, could cockatiels live in a cage with a wooden frame? And what kind of cage bars should you avoid?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Cats are awesome too! I wouldn't get a wooden frame as they'll be able to chew it and it'll be hard to keep clean! Stainless steel bars are the safest if you are making it yourself, otherwise go with a reputable cage manufacturer! And the bar spacing should be 5/8"

@befrinaxtjarn3022 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sophie! Thanks for pointing out that they're NOT s.c "beginner birds". I personally find it a lot more challenging to look after a cockatiel than say for example a cat or dog. I have a couple of questions! We have a rescue cockatiel that was sadly separated from another cockatiel. She has become extremely attached to me over the past week (baby noises, no longer afraid of my hands, super clingy, requires HOURS of active interaction daily) and she's so responsive to training which is lovely! I am worried about how she'll feel once i start my graduate return to work. I really want to adopt a new bird for her to bond with. How soon can I do so, in order for her to safely accept the addition? To avoid breeding etc, i'd like to get another female. Is this a good idea, or does it make it harder for them to bond? Is there a video you'd recommend about how to introduce a new bird? You and David have been incredible in our journey and Bibi enjoys responding to the calls from your beautiful boys! Much love from Australia.

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Oh yes I don't believe any bird is a 'beginner' bird! You could introduce one now, and yes the same gender is usually best if you are worried about breeding! You'd need to quarantine the new bird in another room for 30 days to make sure it doesn't have any health issues that could be transferred to your current bird, then you can follow the tips from David's video here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Zqh2prh4yNbUm2w.html

@GhOsTComplexity 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for an excellent video. I used to have a budgie when I was a child. Now I decided it was time to have a long-coveted cockatiel. I've had him for a month. Absolutely adore him. Very helpful advice and insights

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words! They are the funniest, sweetest little birds! Let me know if you have any questions! 🦜💛

@sylviekins 3 жыл бұрын

Cockatiels are amazing and beautiful! 💕

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! So underrated too!

@jackiesanchez7153 3 жыл бұрын

I got a 4 week old cockatiel and i dont know what like what time do i feed him everyday how do i tame him to not bite me do i feed it water or just formula does the formula have to be watery or goey what type of temperature does it need in a room when do i start giving it seeds and do i keep him in a smallish cage right now that its a baby and when do i upgrade its cage and when will it start flying do i have to help it learn to fly do i stay with it alot or do i give him space?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jackie, I have never hand raised a cockatiel before so I can only direct you to other sites. Here is a link to hand reading: www.cockatiel.com/handfeeding.html You can start the weaning process now by offering spray millet, a bowl of seeds and a bowl of finely chopped safe vegetables - if you offer vegetables at the weaning stage, it will be more likely to eat them when it’s older. You can keep it in a smaller cage until you see it start to climb the bars and explore and that will usually be when it’s almost fully weaned. At this point it will also be able to learn to fly and it will instinctively now what to do. You can spend time with it but make sure it has a chance to rest too - 12 hours of sleep is a must! Here is a video on how to bond with your bird: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y7aPhadotayufZc.html

@arshiyasen3752 3 жыл бұрын

Hey, thank you for the video. It was really informative. We were thinking of getting a cockatiel and a few questions arose. Are cocktails ok for intermediate bird pet owners (have owned budgie before) or is it too adventurous? And can the cockatiel be left alone for around 6-8 hours (school, work, etc)? Is it better to get a baby cockatiel or an older one? Thank you so much for answering and hope you stay safe.

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! 😁💙🦜 a cockatiel would be okay for an intermediate bird owner! However a single bird would not do well on it's own for 6-8 hours consistently. It might work if you can have 2+ cockatiels in a huge flight cage so they could socialise and exercise throughout the day. Babies can sometimes be easier to bond with, but they can just as easily be erratic and fearful. You could consider contacting bird rescue centres as many young cockatiels are looking for forever homes!

@bigwoody4704 7 ай бұрын

Good advice video thanx

@BirdNerdSophie 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@rsramanujam Жыл бұрын

This is a great video. I’ve been thinking of getting a Cockatiel and this has only made me more aware and should I get one, better prepared. Many thanks!

@BirdNerdSophie Жыл бұрын

Glad you found it useful 😊

@drakechompff1462 3 жыл бұрын

hey so i really want two cockatiels but i have two cats and a little sister with whom i share a room. what’s your advice on my predicament? also i love ur vids

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Drake! Thanks for watching! Cats can be an issue with birds if they are out of their ages - if the birds can have supervised out of the cage time without the cats being in the room, that would be fine. How old is your sister? Can she be trusted not to let the birds out unsupervised or grab them?

@jeenks434 3 жыл бұрын

I have school but I have 4 budgies and I’m getting a cockatiel soon, I’ll be keeping them in separate cages but would they be fine if I just move the cages next to each other?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Kasey! You can definitely keep the cages near each other, just keep a gap between them so they can’t bite each other through the bars! 😊

@funnyicey9461 2 жыл бұрын

Tyysm this helped me a lot!!

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you found it helpful 😀

@albertocabrera3500 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome guide

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊

@valiantprime9573 3 жыл бұрын

Great vid! I have completed all my research however I’m still concerned because I have a younger sister that’s 2. Is it harmful to the cockatiel or my sis for it to be there? Should I have them separated at all times and slowly give them time to bond???

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s definitely worth keeping them separated and having supervised interactions- a parrot bite for a child can hurt a lot, and equally a two year old won’t know not to grab etc! You can teach her from a young age how to behave nicely around birds 😊🦜

@gachalaossi6058 3 жыл бұрын

Can you buy it in Brisbane? And where did you buy them? Bc I really want a cockatiel they are very cute!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

What are you looking to buy? Cockatiels themselves? If so I’m sure there are breeders or rescues in Brisbane but I don’t know any personally - if you have Facebook, there’s a group called Cockatiel Forum which has a lot of Australian members who might be able to help!

@bellassubs167 2 жыл бұрын

such a good video to watch when doing research about cockatiels!! i can't wait to get one soon :)

@BirdNerdSophie 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it! 💙

@blastingblue2989 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks it helps as I bought one yesterday

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help :)

@aliahossam6632 3 жыл бұрын

This video is very helpful!! I just have a question, I'm getting 2 cockatiels,a male and a female and wanted them to have babies. So I'm planning on putting a wooden hut(it's like a happy hut but different) so is that ok,oh and what does "get hormonal" mean?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Sara, that’s so cool that you are getting two cockatiels! If you are hoping for them to have babies, will you have enough space to keep them? You’ll also need to be prepared to hand rear them if the parents reject the babies. The recommended nest box size for cockatiels is 12x12 inches. Being hormonal is when they are displaying breeding behaviour 😊 Have you thought of some names yet?

@aliahossam6632 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much😊 and yes,I do have some name ideas 1.Harmony or Melody 2.Sunset or Sunny 3.Ray(sun ray) 4.Nibbles 5.Blossom 6.Joy or hope And I think I'm going to name them a name that suits their personality!😊💕

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@aliahossam6632 That's a great idea! I love Nibbled and Blossom though! :)

@aliahossam6632 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you!💕

@PINKSIGNN 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question! So my baby cockatiel had his wings clipped and doesn’t know how to “fly” he does flap his wings and goes from place to place but he isn’t successful and will just float to the ground. Will he ever be able to fly again regularly when his flight wings grow back ?

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Yes he will be able to fly once he has moulted out the clipped feathers but there could be a few crash landings whilst he finds is wings! You can also work on the exercises in my flight training video here to build up his flight muscles and get him used to controlled flight - good luck! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ec2KdKmh39iWop8.html

@PINKSIGNN 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie okay thank you so much for the information

@judyyoung5627 3 жыл бұрын

Yes they will grow back in a few months, but you want to keep them cut because they can fly out the door very quickly. My friend had one and did not keep the wings clipped and she opened the door and away he went, never to be seen again. Good luck 👍

@elianneluxton1730 Жыл бұрын

V.helpful

@mattbendzinski4945 6 ай бұрын

Good to see that these beauties have some issues as well as the wonderful things. Too many people get pets without knowing the tough things and then try to get of them....super great video.

@BirdNerdSophie 6 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching 🥰

@MiguelRamirez-gy1ms 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question... one of my budgies flew away a few days ago (he was male). my cockatiel and budgie seem sad. (the cockatiel is male and the budgie is female). There both tamed and very nice and get along with each other. is there anything I can do to cheer them up? Should I buy another budgie? Btw your such a great owner!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, thanks for your kind words! 😊 Have you tried any of these tips to see if you can locate your bird? www.herebird.com/lost-parrot/ It will take some time to adjust to their flock mate being gone if you can't find him. The best thing you can do for them is act normal and keep them busy - plenty of safe toys, training and treats! If you'd like to introduce another budgie to your flock, make sure you quarantine it for at least 30 days elsewhere in the house in case it starts showing signs of illness as you don't want your current birds getting sick from a new one! Also be prepared that it might not get along with your current birds, so you'll need to make sure you have enough space to have another cage to house it in if that's the case.

@MiguelRamirez-gy1ms 3 жыл бұрын

BirdNerdSophie thanks so much for the advice ! I’ll definitely check out your videos!

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

MiguelXI no problem, good luck! 😊

@johnisftggg6795 3 жыл бұрын

Is a badgie a good companion for a cockatiel for when i am not home (work in the mornings) or should I get 2 cockatiels?Also i found that video very useful because you also told the difficulties of keeping those birds

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! It is usually best to get two cockatiels as budgies are known to bully cockatiels! 😊🦜

@johnisftggg6795 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie also I never had a parrot before, do you recommend on getting something else that is easier for a beginner?( I always wanted a cockatiel but i don't want to get too excited and buy one and then not be able to maintain it)

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnisftggg6795 all birds are going to be hard work so if your heart is set on a cockatiel then go for it! Feel free to ask questions any time, but make sure you have done lots of research on the right cage and toys before you get your supplies for them!

@johnisftggg6795 3 жыл бұрын

@@BirdNerdSophie thank you a lot i think my cage is ok, i have a cage that is 6.3 feet tall and 4.11 wide that i used to keep canaries i hope that this is good enough, as for toys i will for sure do more research again thank you for your help

@BirdNerdSophie 3 жыл бұрын

@@johnisftggg6795 That sounds like a very big cage so that's great! 🦜😀