My cockatiel bites and resists handling. What treats can I use?

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my pet cockateil petre dose not really have a treat food ive tried millet sun flower seeds ect and i can take him out of his cage on a stick but he resists i use a stick because he bites but once i have him out he will let me scratch him sometimes when hes ready when i do this he enjoys it but makes a screeching sound and bites lightly every so often when scratching . his history seemed rough this is why i think he is like this but this is what i know. I got him as a giveaway when buying chicke. Pet's info: Bird | Unknown - Bird | Male

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

You can use grapes sliced in half or small bits of cheese as occasional treats. He may feel protective in his cage. You can desensitize him to your hand in the cage by leaving it in there for ever increasing periods of time. Use a small treat or reward after each episode. The vocalization and nibbling while being scratched is normal. When he begins to bite harder or gets "antsy", return him to his cage for a break.

My cockatiel bites and resists handling. What treats can I use?

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