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Is it right to take my cockatiel back from grandma after 7 months?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Cockatiel | Male | 0.5 lbs

My bird is a cocktail and it's at my grandma's house for 7 months now but now I want it. Please tell me should I take it ?

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Answered By Anna M., DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 30th, 2019

Hello, and thanks for your question. Oh goodness, there are so many factors that would play into my advice. Is one location or the other better for Bobo? Did you essentially give him to your grandma 7 months ago? If so, then he is really her bird now. If it was understood from the beginning that she was providing a temporary home, then you could better justify take him back again. In short, this is a question better answered by a trusted friend or family member who knows the family dynamics and the full story with Bobo, and I would also weigh in how your grandma feels about it! I wish you all the best in making this decision!

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