What’s the best way to train my macaw parrot?
Macaw parrots are intelligent birds that can learn behaviors and tricks. Experts recommend watching your pet macaw parrot and noticing what motions and behaviors it exhibits on its own. Work with these movements and incorporate them into tricks by introducing cues and offering rewards. For example, a macaw parrot that often lifts its foot would be a good candidate to learn the wave or shaking hands, and one that likes to bob its head up and down could be encouraged to “Nod Yes.” When you see your pet parrot do this, say, “Nod your head yes,” and hand it a treat or offer a head scratch. Eventually, the simple cue “Nod Yes” can prompt the macaw to move its head up and down to get the reward. Mastering these simple tricks can lead the way to more complex ones.
