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How to Train a Parakeet: Parakeets have their origin in Australia, but there are many countries where this small bird lives. They belong to the parrot family and are one of the favorite pets in Europe. They stand out for their striking colors in their plumage and their curved beak. They are very sociable birds, and if you are thinking of having them as a pet, you should consider having at least two copies. Parakeets are birds that need company; most of them are docile, but sometimes contact with humans is not enough. How to Train a Parakeet The parakeet in its natural habitat has green plumage, but today we can find blue, yellow or white plumage. Sex differentiation is not easy in parakeets, as the plumage is the same in both sexes. The only difference is in the upper part of the beak. In females, it is brown, and in males, it is blue. Here you will find some tricks on how to train a parakeet. Thanks to their intellectual capacity and character, they can learn some tricks and carry out basic orders. We already warned you that you will have to be patient, you will have to adapt to your new home and trust you. Tips for Training a Parakeet Training a parakeet is not an easy task, but it is all a matter of time and patience. If you want to have a parakeet that pays attention to you and with whom you can enjoy training for a while, here is a series of tips. You should not pressure the animal because it can get scared. You should place his cage in a busy place, but not with excessive noise or blows. The training must be positive so that the snacks will help you during the process. Give him to try different sweets on different days to know his tastes. They will love it! You should never pressure the animal because it can get scared. We must think that there are things that we do not like or feel like just like us. Screams or sudden movements will not help either because the animal will become nervous. As with other animals, it is always easier to teach a parakeet when it is young. Beware of “trained” parakeets. Sometimes they cut some feathers that prevent them from flying. To make him trust you, talk to him with affection, in a soft tone so that the animal feels comfortable. Earn their trust by bringing food to them with your hand. If you want it to perch on your hand, wait until the animal feels comfortable being close. You can show him a stick to perch on and get him out of the cage. Before you let the animal loose in the room, clear it. Keep in mind that if he gets too nervous, he could crash and hurt himself. Do not pressure him, and he must leave the cage himself and if he feels like it. If you have already managed to get it to sit in your hand, it will not cost you but never grab it. If you see that he doesn’t want to go out, you can show him a piece of fruit to cheer him up. If you don’t want to, it’s better to try another day. We already warned you that during the training you should have patience. If it is flying, but you want it to return to its cage, never try to catch it by force or by throwing a piece of cloth at it. The animal will automatically become nervous, and that will cause it to be afraid of you. Don’t make a fuss either. You can put a candy in your hand and wait for it to come back to introduce it little by little. Try to get him to eat inside the cage, so the animal will get used to entering when he is hungry or thirsty. Go extending the time out of the cage. When the animal gains confidence outside, it will feel more comfortable. To train your parakeet, you must take it out every day to fly at home. This will create a routine. During training, to teach him to come when you call him, always do it with the same tone of voice. Also, at first, offer him a treat. They are animals that learn quickly. Parakeets Learn Easily As you have seen, they are very easy little tricks, but they will make you gain the trust of a new pet. Parakeets usually have a long life, and once they are used to their home, they will be very docile and playful. Currently, there are many types of toys to interact with this type of bird. You can buy these objects in specialized stores for it. The most important thing, we repeat, is patience and affection towards the animal. Giving him his space will be essential, and remember that his cage should always have clean water and food. Parakeets are animals that take care of their hygiene, so a bathtub will be very useful for them and, in summer, it will help them cool off. It also includes a limestone to sharpen the beak. Do you have children at home? A parakeet can be a perfect friend, but always under the supervision of an adult. The child will learn to take into account the bird's needs and take on some of its tasks.