Petco Text Logo
Petco Pet Logo

My parakeet is scared of me. How can I tame her and get her to perch?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Bird | Parakeet | Female

My pet parkeet is named Pearla and she is still a little afraid of me and it's been more that 3 weeks and I have done everything I can but I don't want to force her the eat special treats she just goes crazy when we have to change her food and water. We have to birds and the other one is not that bad but he will allow us to touch him but they both won't perch I in my finger and of course I want them to be happy as possible. I try to do the happy budgie's video in YouTube but nothing is working.

1 Answer

Most Helpful Answer

Image profile

Answered By Todd Cecil

Veterinarian

Published on May 7th, 2019

Thanks for reaching out about Pearla. Is your questions, how to tame them? A book called "A Guide to a Well Behaved Parrot" is a good start and might be available through your local library. Continue to try and win via treats, toys, slow and quiet movements and positive reinforcement. Good luck.

Vote icon

1Pet Parents found this answer helpful

image
Have A Vet Question?

Book an appointment with the pros – our expert vets are here to help.

Sponsored