You're not gonna believe this--maybe :-)

[Irish]

Bob, my BG boy, just came home Friday night, and has made himself comfortable, at home, and very much loved in the short time he's been here.

I purchased him from a place where we made 3 very good friends over the months, and met some really nice birds. One of those birds is a 4 y/o U2 female who recently came in on consignment. She couldn't stay, though, because she is currently hormonal, and someone stimulated her and got their nose pierced for their trouble. The people who own her couldn't keep her because the husband is extremely allergic (which is why this young lady was on consignment to begin with), so they signed her over to rescue--who just happens to be run by one of those 3 good friends I've made. Can you see where this is going?

Today, she asked me if I'd like to have this young lady U2, knowing the deep love and affection I hold for the cockatoo race, and my experience over many years with a grown male M2 who thought he was my husband.

Well, long story short, I now have a gorgeous, fully-feathered, probably confused, vivacious, somewhat loud, very hormonal, sweet and beautiful young lady U2, complete with her cage (big!), toys (quite a few) and supplies/food! I think life is gonna get interesting around here :-). She is a bit stubborn, but knows her "step up" well. She says several words, loves pizza and pasta, and is very acrobatic. She goes for faces unpredictably, so she isn't going to be riding any shoulders any time soon!

I want to rename her (we are at least her third home, not including where she was consigned--2 different times in 2 years during her 4 short years of life) so that she has a new start in life. Any suggestions? I've been told that "Angel" is not an option (bad memories associated with that name by the friend who brought her to me)....

Welcome, pretty girl! Pix when I get some more film

[volvobirds]

Pixie is one name that came to mind reading your post. don't ask me why, it just popped in there.

congrats on the new baby, to go with your other new baby. your house is going to be a lively one!

[The Outlaw]

That's great you found each other. However, I have to point this out: Please be very careful with Bob and your Too. Many BGs have real problems with Too dust. And, if he proves sensitive to her dust, it could cost him his life in about 5 years. Keep them in seperate parts of your home and be sure to run air cleaners. Its very important. Once the damage is done, you cannot "fix" it.

[Dustin]

Congrats on your new girl!

[birdsnthings]

Oh yes, I would!!!
From an honest prospective, I try not to sell those Cockatoos unless I am convinced that the person knows what they are getting into. They do make good pets but they do have to fit one's personality. I do have a U2 but I am not a Cockatoo person. Okay, so he is my "Godson" who is now my "son". Very loved, protected with all the bird toys he could want. He gets lots of attention here that he needs but boy, can he scream for the attention!
I have figured out that he was abused in his first home but he came to me from his second home. It took me a year to modify his behavior and he hasn't attacked anyone (male) in three years. He gets to see his former owner and you can say we are co-parenting but he is loved and one day I hope his previous owner can take him back. They adore each other!
All I can say is....."Bless you" for wanting to take in a Cockatoo in need of love and attention. May you be rewarded with all the joys of Cockatoo ownership and blessed with the joy they bring into our lives.
Alice

[FeathersNFur8]

How wonderful that you could offer the U2 a much needed home. I'm sure in time she will adjust just fine. When you first posted about Bob, it brought to mind one of my favorite movies with Bill Murray, "What about Bob." So with that on my mind everytime I read one of your posts, if she were mine, I would name her "Faye", who was Dr. Leo Marvin's wife in the movie.

[Irish]

Thank you for your kind words and suggestions. I'm going to have to see that movie with Bill Murray--I'm a fan of his, but for some reason I've never seen that movie. Faye and Pixie are both very nice names, and I'll put them on the list.

The Outlaw--yes, I am aware of the problems with dusty birds and B&Gs, so the new 'too is being housed far, far away in another room with two doors between her cage and Bob's. There is a hepa filter in that room already. Their contact will be limited, and only after the lady has a shower :-).

Cockatoos fit my personality just fine--they seem to be the "border collies" of the bird world--high strung, intelligent, always needing something to do, loyal, loving and always interesting. I have 7 Border Collies, if that tells you anything :-).

Thanks again for your concerns, advice and kind words. They are always welcome and appreciated.

[RachelLynn]

Congrats! Wow 2 new additions at once. Thank you for taking the sweetie and giving her a good new home.

[jimpierce7]

so what????????ya just couldn't let me n Sophie bask for a minute eh??? Had to go ahead and get ANOTHER fid!!! Oh wait that argument is MY sister about their kids..not me n my fids!!! Concrats Irish!!!

[jimpierce7]

I went to one of my "meetings" with Zoey on my shoulder and was asked about taking in a 45 y/o (?) yellow naped Amazon that needs lots of care as it is on meds.......... sadly I don't have the room.