You have had a lot of pets throughout your life, but right now is the first time that you’ve had a feathery companion. Your bird is a great addition to your household, and you look forward to getting to know her better. You’ve heard of people training their bird to do this. Is this necessary?

While training may not be essential in the eyes of many people, it will certainly enhance your relationship with your pet and make caring for her much easier. This is because you will be taking the time to understand one another on a different level, and to interact in a way that reaches a common goal. Once your taught her a few things, you will notice that she is more cooperative when you need her to perform a certain behavior, like stepping onto your hand or a perch. For additional information, please contact your local Diamond Bar, CA veterinarian.