Why are my parakeets so scared of me? How can I bond with them?

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My two female parakeets have had a huge fear of people for the two years I've owned them. They won't let me pick them up, they don't let me pet them, when I come near they freak out, and hide in the corner when I pick up one of their toys that have fallen. Do you have anything that may allow them to open up to me even a little bit? Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Female

Dr Stafford, BVetMed, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

All you can do is try and get them used to your prescence very gradually, but it sounds like they have a terrible fear. You could try puttibg your hand in the cage for periods oof time with tasty treats and they may eventually learn that yiu are not a threat, but it will be a very difficult process.

Why are my parakeets so scared of me? How can I bond with them?

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