Woman raised this bird like a baby. Now he's 50 years old.

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  • čas přidán 21. 09. 2022
  • 50-year-old bird barks like a dog. And thinks he's the man of the house.
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  • @kerwynbrat5771
    @kerwynbrat5771 Před rokem +21450

    My baby 'too is now 48 years old. I got my boy when he was 6 weeks old. The sad fact is he will outlive me. I have saved up an account for him and already talked to a sanctuary where he can live out his life in joy. I am so worried about him after I'm gone. I am 70 now and he will live another 30 or more years. Maybe I will. I hope so, so that my friend won't be alone

    • @lgull1
      @lgull1 Před rokem +2616

      that is one large commitment you made

    • @AD-sn5en
      @AD-sn5en Před rokem +2441

      I pray you both continue to live a long and happy life together😊.

    • @krystlegregory3130
      @krystlegregory3130 Před rokem +381

      🙏

    • @ChubbyUnicorn
      @ChubbyUnicorn Před rokem +1076

      You have a wonderful soul. You've done the best possible for your bird.

    • @gailhasler8435
      @gailhasler8435 Před rokem +783

      How thoughtful of you to make arrangements for him to live in a sanctuary. 🥰🥰🤗😍

  • @halonothing1
    @halonothing1 Před rokem +2642

    This woman isn't just a typical pet owner. She's practically a zookeeper. She gives these birds the love and attention that a trained and dedicated zookeeper would provide. Only very rare and dedicated pet owners would go to these lengths to provide not just what the animal needs to live, but what the animal needs to THRIVE. She has done that sooo much here. This bird is better cared for than some peoples' kids. I know a lot of kids growing up who didn't have their own room. And I sure as heck never got to chew on the drywall to my heart's content. So jealous about that one!

  • @donnaccain
    @donnaccain Před 9 měsíci +132

    Grumpy turned Flight Club into Fight Club! What a dedicated owner . Glad Grumpy is well loved

    • @imaramblins
      @imaramblins Před 2 měsíci +4

      Hey, what's the first rule of Fight Club?

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před měsícem +1

      @@imaramblins No fighting!

  • @sabinacausevic1035
    @sabinacausevic1035 Před rokem +3

    This lady is one of those people who is so funny and doesn’t even know it.

  • @colbyandbrennen3543
    @colbyandbrennen3543 Před rokem +2813

    I had no idea these birds can live for that long. Literally a companion for life.

    • @BisexualPlagueDoctor
      @BisexualPlagueDoctor Před rokem +213

      Some birds live 80 years
      In fact, turtles can live (although rarely and only for some tortoises) for around 200, usually a little less though

    • @Dr.Kraig_Ren
      @Dr.Kraig_Ren Před rokem +87

      120 years for parrots perhaps

    • @Erlrantandrage
      @Erlrantandrage Před rokem +114

      This is why having a parrot isn't really having a pet and shouldn't be treated the same

    • @N0R1.
      @N0R1. Před rokem +15

      its amazing how some animals can live for a century or more!

    • @paranaenselol
      @paranaenselol Před rokem +14

      @@encyclopediabirdtannica I have a paraket ( I think its the name in english ) and he had a mate a female that was with the one before him that died and she died so for now hes alone but I will buy him a other mate that he will have babys with oh and almost forgot they have a giant cage big enought for at least 4 small birds and he has a proper diet so do you think he is ok and will be?

  • @BunnyBear27
    @BunnyBear27 Před rokem +1452

    34 years for a pet, that's tell how caring people they are

    • @Julia-jz5wt
      @Julia-jz5wt Před rokem +26

      lol her poor husband

    • @blastroisehunt6546
      @blastroisehunt6546 Před rokem +45

      She would’ve gotten the bird even if she had loss the coin toss ☠️😂

    • @BunnyBear27
      @BunnyBear27 Před rokem +3

      @Repent and believe in Jesus Christ There is no God but Allah and Muhammad PBUH is his last messenger.

    • @downhomesunset
      @downhomesunset Před rokem +10

      They aren’t pets they are family!

    • @JibbleBiscuits
      @JibbleBiscuits Před rokem

      @@BunnyBear27 allah and god are the same thing dumbo

  • @jennifers2561
    @jennifers2561 Před měsícem +22

    “Even if I lost the coin toss, I knew I was getting him.” Spoken like a true animal lover. Great story!

  • @simonmarsh9157
    @simonmarsh9157 Před rokem +339

    Love that end clip where she said that even if she had lost the bet she would still have got him, really good attitude and very funny.

    • @olliefoxx7165
      @olliefoxx7165 Před rokem +3

      How's that a good attitude? She agreed to something and was going to do what she wanted regardless? Owning a bird like Grumpy is a huge commitment. Think of how much other people in her life was sacrificed for her wants.

    • @SlamDunkPyro
      @SlamDunkPyro Před rokem +31

      @@olliefoxx7165 do you just assume every couple has 0 communication skills like healthy adults or is that just your little bubble?

    • @olliefoxx7165
      @olliefoxx7165 Před rokem

      @@SlamDunkPyro I didn't assume anything, you did. I went by her own words and actions. Maybe you should work on your communication skills.

    • @Jaylin7878g
      @Jaylin7878g Před rokem +1

      @@olliefoxx7165 ppl don’t like the harsh truth

    • @sunneedaizz781
      @sunneedaizz781 Před 11 měsíci +7

      @@Jaylin7878g agree. olliefoxx7165 has issues.

  • @vickierobinson6870
    @vickierobinson6870 Před rokem +1883

    I began in Parrot rescue more than forty years ago. I am 70 years old now and have a 40+ years old wild caught Senegal and a disabled young Green Cheek. I love to run across people like you that have spent years understanding parrot behavior and love them anyway. You're so right in that they never asked to be in our homes. A heartfelt thank you from me and all the people like you and me....we love them anyway.

    • @SweetChicagoGator
      @SweetChicagoGator Před rokem +19

      Congratulations & deep admiration, bird Lover !
      As a boy, I raised budgies in my empty desolate home. 😊🙏

    • @harrietking8768
      @harrietking8768 Před rokem +9

      @Vickie Robinson
      Beautiful you! And beautiful response ❤️

    • @BabyBugBug
      @BabyBugBug Před rokem +5

      Omg sun conure!!! I have one too! 12 years old and my little baby chicken! ❤

    • @radhasen.animalwelfare.5644
      @radhasen.animalwelfare.5644 Před rokem +19

      Bless you too for looking after the parrots.
      If every human being had a natural love for animals, trees, plants and nature the world would be a paradise of peace for the other living beings.

    • @radhasen.animalwelfare.5644
      @radhasen.animalwelfare.5644 Před rokem +3

      @@SweetChicagoGator 🙏🙏

  • @bbpyb
    @bbpyb Před rokem +2346

    To Grumpy’s human mom: you are a blessing not only to Grumpy but also to the world: it is a better place because you are in it. Thank You.

  • @loubock3238
    @loubock3238 Před rokem +300

    Love this lady, he's like a child to her. People that get these birds don't understand the commitment of 50 years or more. Blessings to the family.

    • @TheHorizon-wn9up
      @TheHorizon-wn9up Před rokem +6

      I've had a macaw since I was 2 years old. He just turned 23 in January and will spend his whole life aside me. If someone wants to step up to having a bird like I have GO for IT but do lots of research first. Trust me they can be a handful and they are massive birds

    • @reenmaui6363
      @reenmaui6363 Před rokem

  • @Gyadi-33
    @Gyadi-33 Před rokem +44

    wow what a beautiful line '' it's not his fault that he get caught from wild''
    These line have my heart❤

  • @monicaarmstrong7773
    @monicaarmstrong7773 Před rokem +3148

    Thank you for understanding Grumpy and letting him be a bird! I work at a large exotic bird sanctuary and people actually open windows and let birds go because they don’t understand them, cannot cope with them anymore. These animals are not things to ‘get rid’ of. Humans put them in a position that is not natural, and it’s unforgivable. Please adopt, don’t shop.

    • @Shinku_no_sanbun
      @Shinku_no_sanbun Před rokem +147

      Too many people get an animal because they are cute without understanding that they are a living creature with a personality and needs, not something to put on a shelf and look at from time to time.

    • @elenalatici9568
      @elenalatici9568 Před rokem +93

      OMG! How cruel. It takes incredible commitment to have a bird, especially a parrot/cockatoo. When I was researching my report about bird smuggling a huge cockatoo fell in love with me. It was an amazing experience. I would have given anything to adopt him, but I lived in a small apartment in NYC. It wasn't at all what he needed. It was so hard to walk away from him. I still think about him and hope he went to another person he fell in love with.
      I know that a lot of people watch videos like this on CZcams and say they want a bird like that one. I'm always grateful to their humans when they explain the complications that come with them. Showing the chewed up room was a perfect warning.

    • @squeakybeak7832
      @squeakybeak7832 Před rokem +20

      Monica, thank you for this ❤ so true

    • @giselafiege7169
      @giselafiege7169 Před rokem +36

      Absolutely! I pray I get to witness more educated respect for the Animal Kingdom in general! Our species needs to become more humble and stop thinking we are the dominant race and have dominion over this planet. Much Aloha

    • @francinefitzgerald6118
      @francinefitzgerald6118 Před rokem +6

      Your absolutely right

  • @liggerstuxin1
    @liggerstuxin1 Před rokem +913

    I grew up with parrots. I know how smart and loving they are. I had one that would guard me when I was sleeping at around 13. My mom would try to wake me up for school and my bird (Joe) would attack her, so she had to crack the door open to try to get me up. She was my guardian angel when I was sleeping. I am now 40 and she is been gone for a while now. So I hope she still is my guardian. I thought she was a boy at first so I named her Joe. I eventually learned she was a girl. I think about her all the time. She was abused before me so it was amazing how affectionate and calm she became. Just couldn’t be next to a broom because she used to attack anyone if they had one LOL. I’m sure that’s courtesy of her nasty owners before me. She wanted nobody but me. She definitely saw me as her mate and she eventually laid eggs. She was so cute. She would take my hand and try to make me pet the eggs. She had very slow deliberate actions about it. I was so sad that I had to remove the eggs that were clearly empty because she did not have any other birds as company at that point in my life. I cried so much when she passed. It amazes me that so many people don’t know how amazing birds can be.

    • @kimberlymorgan5827
      @kimberlymorgan5827 Před rokem +34

      Beautiful heart felt story CJ, thanks for sharing.

    • @MeowVicious
      @MeowVicious Před rokem +24

      Joe sounds amazing and like you gave her the best life.

    • @jamesraja1056
      @jamesraja1056 Před rokem +6

      😩

    • @a.c.9993
      @a.c.9993 Před rokem +7

      @panic5 it is a HUGE commitment...be prepared for that!

    • @clay4601
      @clay4601 Před rokem +1

      hey if a comment of mine pops out under your comment I’m really sorry, I think it’s a CZcams bug because I had written it for someone else under a very different video and it won’t let me delete it

  • @russojones2975
    @russojones2975 Před rokem +63

    THIS is what responsibility, devotion and love looks like ❤😊

  • @marjaneaalam1353
    @marjaneaalam1353 Před 9 měsíci +22

    So wonderful that he can fly. Thanks for not clipping his wings.

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před měsícem +2

      He was clipped a few times at the beginning and was severely depressed. Now I will never clip him.

  • @melissadepagter4263
    @melissadepagter4263 Před rokem +136

    My Amazon was 37 years old when he passed away from liver disease. I had him the entire time it was like losing a child. That was 3 years ago and the pain is still as fresh as yesterday. I will always miss him

    • @constancelindsey3946
      @constancelindsey3946 Před rokem +6

      I cant imagine your pain! My Hahns McCaw is 31 years old and I have had him since a baby..he grew up with my kids...I would be devastated...God bless you and may healing from your loss happen soon....one day at a time.

    • @spinel6786
      @spinel6786 Před rokem +3

      Holy fuck i am so sorry

    • @theTruthSeekerishere
      @theTruthSeekerishere Před rokem +2

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @Godlovesu591
      @Godlovesu591 Před rokem

      It’s an animal not a child, there is no comparison between the two. Can’t stand when people do that.

    • @ghostnebula8805
      @ghostnebula8805 Před rokem +7

      @@Godlovesu591Can’t stand people who have no empathy or understanding.

  • @Andrew-yv2vd
    @Andrew-yv2vd Před rokem +971

    “Even if I didn’t have won the coin toss, I would have gotten him” idk why but this was moving.. him flying towards the upper window and back was one of the most beautiful cinematography I’ve seen lately. The animals’ sincerity is precious. God bless you for giving him and the other birds you’ve got good care.

    • @MathsYknow
      @MathsYknow Před rokem +3

      "idk why but this was moving.."
      Probably not for her husband. :-p

    • @brigittecavanagh4291
      @brigittecavanagh4291 Před rokem +4

      Animals are the best.

    • @Chandrika-Moon
      @Chandrika-Moon Před rokem +1

      That man didn't stand a chance! 😂

    • @chewy99.
      @chewy99. Před rokem +2

      Those people have a massive house! They said that’s just their living room?!

    • @seussusamongoose2905
      @seussusamongoose2905 Před rokem +1

      @@chewy99. yea, America moment 😔

  • @barbaramckenzie3167
    @barbaramckenzie3167 Před rokem +40

    The bond people develop with birds or any animal is simply amazing. Pets are soooo rewarding and enrich our lives immeasurably. What a heartwarming story!!

  • @all4Hero
    @all4Hero Před rokem +66

    Gawd, I love this woman. Videos of people saving animals - I always feel like the tears are about to burst

  • @shadowdancer2131
    @shadowdancer2131 Před rokem +582

    What a sweet boy. Luckily hus parents understand him and has patience with him.

  • @Tranquility32
    @Tranquility32 Před rokem +134

    My baby is 25 years old, I’ve had her since she was 7 months old. She is a Moluccan cockatoo who should live to be in her 80’s. However, last year she was diagnosed with a terminal joint degenerative disease as well as some bone cancer cells. She is on Celebrex for life, and her daddy and I have decided not to put her through any more invasive surgeries and biopsies with long recovery times, as well as likely amputations (left wing, right foot). We can’t do that to her. We don’t think that she would be happy, we do not think that would be “her”, we do not think she would choose it for herself. So we’ve been keeping a super close eye on her (I work from home), with a focus on keeping her comfortable, getting smaller and softer toys for her to play with, and keep the floor of her cage covered in puppy pads with Terry cloth towels underneath, as she now falls off of her perch frequently during the night. So I do the best I can for her, and I hope she knows that and how much I love her always. I used to think of who in my family would inherit my Cleo, but now I find myself just hoping she has a good day. … and I hope all of you birdie owners have many MANY wonderful fun days with your feathered companions! ♥️

    • @1mmickk
      @1mmickk Před rokem +10

      Sometimes you have to let go, the pain it feels is greater than your love for it.

    • @marzipanmango
      @marzipanmango Před rokem +7

      I think you guys are right to prioritize her quality of life over the length of her life.
      My great aunt and uncle love cats, and they've paid tens of thousands of dollars getting expensive surgeries for their various cats over the years. Then a few years ago my great aunt had to go through intense chemo, and surgeries for breast cancer. Even though she's in remission she has a lot of issues to deal with (ie. nerve damage in her limbs to the point where she can't walk). Chemo was really rough on her.
      One of their cats got cancer recently, and instead of putting him through chemo like they would normally have done, they decided to just give him the best life possible until the vet tells them he's suffering and should be put down. I think it's because they know now how frightening and intense these medical procedures are, and don't want to put their beloved cats through the same thing!

    • @huviba5826
      @huviba5826 Před rokem +4

      Try boron or borax a tiny bit it's regenerate the joints bones and more

  • @TXMEDRGR
    @TXMEDRGR Před měsícem +4

    Thanks to your son and husband for being supportive. I've had three box turtles for 27 years.

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před měsícem +1

      Yes, turtles live a long time too. It is a real commitment to have a dependent.

  • @louissartor6294
    @louissartor6294 Před rokem +16

    What a wonderful woman she is….Her husband is very fortunate and so is Grumpy.

  • @sameerazenib9678
    @sameerazenib9678 Před rokem +457

    'Even if l hadn't won the coin toss l would have got him.'
    Bless Grumpy's mom. She was dead set on saving him and they were made for each other..❤

    • @3zu531o
      @3zu531o Před rokem

      When she said that I thought to myself, "so, a divorce? 😂😂"

  • @dabberdan3200
    @dabberdan3200 Před rokem +501

    It’s amazing how love seems to be the cure for all animals. We have a 20 year old cat who’s been treated very well for her entire life

    • @hman6159
      @hman6159 Před rokem

      Wow

    • @kikoredog
      @kikoredog Před rokem +2

      are you saying people don't love their dog who dies at 2 from cancer

    • @frstudio3640
      @frstudio3640 Před rokem +12

      are you saying Gouda cheese is just a crappy version of cheddar cheese

    • @lisanyugenhascancer6332
      @lisanyugenhascancer6332 Před rokem

      Even the ones on your plate

    • @kennethflaming8606
      @kennethflaming8606 Před rokem +3

      I got a cat that is 19 now aswell,unironicaly her name is Vita, she is even hella overweight, she weighs 9 kilo, but like you said got all the attention, quality food, and warmth her whole life
      i hope all the best for your cat!

  • @Gregory.Evans66
    @Gregory.Evans66 Před 9 měsíci +11

    I'm just glad that you found each other.

  • @hazelfee5976
    @hazelfee5976 Před 11 měsíci +8

    this women is my neighbour! 😀 I hear the parrot sometimes lol

  • @SweetChicagoGator
    @SweetChicagoGator Před rokem +235

    Age 50 for a bird, how awesome !! 🥰 Don't we wish that our cats & dogs would live that long?! 💓

    • @carolgreen9648
      @carolgreen9648 Před rokem +1

      The birds 50 bud. Says that in the video title. Shes had him for 34 years. He was already 16 when she got him

    • @SweetChicagoGator
      @SweetChicagoGator Před rokem

      @@carolgreen9648
      Get a grip on your own flaws Whitey, before you point a finger at others !
      Yawl punctuation & grammar is atrocious in ur short paragraph. Commas, apostrophes, possessives, etcetera ! 🤪
      Even missing a period in the very last sentence ! 😝

    • @prihollis
      @prihollis Před rokem +5

      If only digs lived this long!

    • @childrey14
      @childrey14 Před rokem +8

      Or talk to us. They don't just mimick. They actually learn conversation skills and how to use words in context to communicate.

    • @l.s.d.8943
      @l.s.d.8943 Před rokem +3

      @@childrey14 that would be creepy af

  • @vickybekker1817
    @vickybekker1817 Před rokem +89

    He is definitely a mamma's boy. Thank you for loving him so much.

  • @krism.9363
    @krism.9363 Před rokem +82

    What a great mom she is to him. All rescued animals deserve to be adopted into such loving homes. ❤

  • @morosso1968
    @morosso1968 Před 13 dny +2

    who couldn't love a lovely barking parrot?
    bless you for keeping grumpy!

  • @dixietenbroeck8717
    @dixietenbroeck8717 Před rokem +700

    It's SO OBVIOUS that Grumpy is a well-loved bird. Thank you for trying so hard to fully understand HIS point of view; I'm sure he appreciates you! 👍❤🌴

    • @robinlillian9471
      @robinlillian9471 Před rokem +1

      It's healthier and safer for the bird when the humans are in charge. Who knows what chemicals were in that molding he chewed up.

    • @prowlprime
      @prowlprime Před rokem +1

      @@robinlillian9471 Yes, thank you so much for being a Debbie Downer. We all really needed your comment.

    • @beansworth5694
      @beansworth5694 Před rokem

      @@robinlillian9471 A parent still has a responsibility to improve the capacity of their child to make better decisions and be a better person, though.
      I'm aware that pet ownership isn't 1:1 with having a child, but it's similar in the way that it _is_ better to have the parent in charge of the majority of things. However, the child can't learn to be more mature or well-behaved in the absence of enforcement if they're not allowed to make decisions for themself. A parent can't critique or correct bad behavior on the right foundations unless they understand the point of view of their child, however unreasonable or absurd to them it may appear.
      I think that every benevolent power dynamic ought to work in this same sort of nurturing, freedom-granting capacity. Most power dynamics aren't benevolent, however, and I've come to believe that the reason for this is because the governor has no meaningful mechanism to be held accountable by the governed. Understanding the point of view of those with less power is just the first step in learning how to be just, and I firmly believe that this carries over into both parenting and pet ownership.

  • @MyMy-zi7yv
    @MyMy-zi7yv Před rokem +841

    He couldn't have a better person taking care of him in his old age. And wow! 50, I never realized a bird could live that long.

    • @natasharivera7090
      @natasharivera7090 Před rokem +106

      some parrots make it to 100 :)

    • @lofiz2646
      @lofiz2646 Před rokem +51

      They can live up to 80 yrs :)

    • @verminscum
      @verminscum Před rokem +48

      50 isnt even really old age for these guys lmao

    • @EPIKSAUCE234
      @EPIKSAUCE234 Před rokem +57

      @@verminscum so you're telling me you could get one as a kid and then stick with it for your whole life?

    • @DeadAugur
      @DeadAugur Před rokem +20

      @@EPIKSAUCE234 in theory, yes you could. I wouldn’t recommend it though. Birds that live that long are usually pretty large and the potential bites are serious, plus with a kid you never know what will happen in their life. It’s pretty hard to being a cockatoo or macaw to college.

  • @LVenetia
    @LVenetia Před rokem +62

    Grumpy is known as a Little Corella. We had one called Ralph all through my childhood. They are extremely protective and possessive of one person (my mum) and they are extremely intelligent birds. I wish we'd had video cameras when we were young. We could have made a fortune on Tik Tok with his antics and vocabulary. Lol. They're very charasmatic and and funny birds. I miss our Ralph like crazy, even to this day.

  • @mlgauss60435
    @mlgauss60435 Před rokem +22

    How sweet to give him such a good life! You and your husband are angels! ❤

  • @annieseaside
    @annieseaside Před rokem +169

    Bless you for giving him a wonderful loving home! ❤

  • @LisaLGruman
    @LisaLGruman Před rokem +75

    That was the greatest story.

  • @MarkSmith-wi8jv
    @MarkSmith-wi8jv Před rokem +25

    people like you that adopt these long-lived animals are wonderful.

  • @ZERODESTRUCTION
    @ZERODESTRUCTION Před 3 měsíci +3

    Thank you beautiful human ❤

  • @sproutsisters5398
    @sproutsisters5398 Před rokem +18

    I like how grumpy didn't bond to the husband until absolutely necessary. He really is little grouch.

  • @mirteshappy1
    @mirteshappy1 Před rokem +474

    This made my day!! Such lovely people to take on this little guy and give him a wonderful life.

    • @woofer13
      @woofer13 Před rokem +11

      This made my day too. I love the woman and Grumpy....and I can't stop smiling.

    • @robinlillian9471
      @robinlillian9471 Před rokem

      He should be taught to show some respect for them. Humans should be in charge to control a parrot's destructive behavior.

  • @cathyblock6197
    @cathyblock6197 Před rokem +10

    Such a delightful story. Love to Grumpy.

  • @Hampterthedestroyer
    @Hampterthedestroyer Před rokem +5

    Bro this got me rolling on floor 0:21

  • @denasewell
    @denasewell Před rokem +15

    Grumpy thought "Flight Club" was "Fight Club"..lol

  • @sandrajones3455
    @sandrajones3455 Před rokem +54

    Glad you got him, he's beautiful and you can tell he's a happy bird....his feathers are in beautiful shape.

  • @alexandraahlen2201
    @alexandraahlen2201 Před rokem +8

    He turned flight club into fight club!! xD And their house is so beautiful and perfect for grumpy to fly in! I love this woman, she seems amazing.

  • @dovey4703
    @dovey4703 Před rokem +26

    This broke me into genuine laughs!! “Even if I didn’t win the coin toss, I would have got him” 💕💕💕 I’m reminded once again how tolerating, caring and accepting family is. This is wholesome.

  • @oliviachetcuti225
    @oliviachetcuti225 Před rokem +43

    Beautiful. So very beautiful to see he is one of the family & treated as such.

  • @hamerhaai6274
    @hamerhaai6274 Před rokem +36

    Grumpy at the bird club 😂 love his sassy nature. Wish you many more years of joy with this little big bird.

  • @nathansharma87
    @nathansharma87 Před 11 měsíci +5

    What a wonderful home

  • @JordanMaez
    @JordanMaez Před 3 měsíci +1

    I love the before & after pics of the bird and her husband!!! Just a little glimpse of how long he’s really been with them. Beautiful ❤

  • @HighConCannibal
    @HighConCannibal Před rokem +56

    Birds are NOT easy animals, and once you accept that, you can have a loving relationship with a bird

    • @ferretyluv
      @ferretyluv Před rokem +7

      I’ve been told that they’re like perma-toddlers.

    • @mischr13
      @mischr13 Před rokem +14

      @@ferretyluv yes. flying toddlers with a knife attached to their face 😭

    • @emperorofpluto
      @emperorofpluto Před rokem +7

      Cockatoos in particular need a LOT of affection and social interaction - it's like living with a toddler - but the rewards are unlimited. They're flying antidepressants.

    • @BabyBugBug
      @BabyBugBug Před rokem +3

      They are extremely demanding. I’ve had birds since I was 6 years old. I now have a sun conure who runs my house like the little princess she is lol.

    • @BabyBugBug
      @BabyBugBug Před rokem +1

      They are extremely demanding. I’ve had birds since I was 6 years old. I now have a sun conure who runs my house like the little princess she is lol.

  • @bkm2797
    @bkm2797 Před rokem +264

    Even if you hadn't won the coin toss you would have gotten him, lol. Thinking you have a Goffins Cockatoo there, he sure is a cutie, and very lucky to have a human family like yours!

    • @shiva72945
      @shiva72945 Před rokem +6

      Ah, I wondered what kind of Cockatoo it was. Nice one. Not so common.

    • @bronte346
      @bronte346 Před rokem +3

      I know my favorite line in the video!

    • @emperorofpluto
      @emperorofpluto Před rokem +10

      I thought it was a Little Corella. There's a flock of them that hang around outside my place in Sydney. Their Latin name is quite hilarious - Cacatua Sanguinea which literally means "bloody cockatoo"

    • @anserbauer309
      @anserbauer309 Před rokem +6

      @@emperorofpluto I don't think so. Quite sure its a Tanimbar corella, also known as Goffin's cockatoo; from Indonesia. The two species do look very similar, but little corellas usually have a larger, bluer eye-ring and are a little larger overall and have a stockier build. Tanimbars are the smallest of the white cockatoos.

    • @emperorofpluto
      @emperorofpluto Před rokem +3

      @@anserbauer309 I stand corrected. We have lots of Little Corellas where I live and they look a lot like Grumpy. I always forget about the SE Asian varieties like Umbrellas, Moluccans etc which are so common in the US.

  • @sherrytitus5345
    @sherrytitus5345 Před 7 měsíci +5

    I love your story. Your husband must love you very much. Now after all these years of trials and tribulations you guys have benefited asmuch as your bird. And your son has learned the wealth and treasure of raising your bird.

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Thank you! We love Grumpy - naughty or not.

  • @usaloveme
    @usaloveme Před rokem +8

    So special and wonderful. You are a loving sweet woman who has loved this bird all these years.

  • @annag.6964
    @annag.6964 Před rokem +11

    The thing i like most is that grumpy can fly. It is so happy to see these beautiful birds fly.

  • @nyxsiern
    @nyxsiern Před rokem +216

    Flight Club? Nah Grumpy says this is Fight Club! 😄Love him!! So sweet of you to dedicate so much time and love to him! Thank you for giving him the best life!

  • @sallytedesco2192
    @sallytedesco2192 Před 19 dny +2

    Beautiful that bird is so loved and well cared for. ❤️ I hope bird lives 50 more years. ❤ ❤ ❤

  • @carolinecaroline2264
    @carolinecaroline2264 Před 11 měsíci +5

    It really is so impressive how smart these birds are. And it is sooooo sad for these beautiful burds to be pets.

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před 6 měsíci

      I agree. Birds should not be pets. Leave them in the wild.

  • @elenalatici9568
    @elenalatici9568 Před rokem +125

    Such a great story!!! In the late 80's I wrote a report for Parade Magazine about bird smuggling. A painful subject to research. I bet Grumpy was smuggled. It still goes on. Heartbreaking. What you have done for this bird brought me to tears of gratitude and joy. He gets to fly! Your story about Flight Club is so funny. For him it was Fight Club. So glad your husband came through for you and Grumpy. Now I'm going to watch this again. 🙏🙏❤️❤️🌟🌟

  • @DJoy221
    @DJoy221 Před rokem +421

    What a lady! She has such a big heart ❤ I’m glad she won the coin toss lol

  • @clarabellcutting8745
    @clarabellcutting8745 Před rokem +14

    The world needs more people like you

  • @gnarbeljo8980
    @gnarbeljo8980 Před rokem +88

    You're a beautiful human! The fact there are whole industries of pets that live longer than humans is very difficult for me to wrap my head around. I could never get a pet I know would eventually be homeless due to my inevitable demise. Don't shop exotic birds and animals, adopt if you really know you'll be commited, like this wonderful lady. ❤️🙏

  • @marlecmarine5393
    @marlecmarine5393 Před rokem +13

    wonderful women, wonderful story, so sad he was caught in the wild......

    • @lindamah9421
      @lindamah9421 Před měsícem

      Catching birds from the wild is still happening. So sad.

  • @katiebunny3396
    @katiebunny3396 Před rokem +6

    This lady is an angel. Bird lovers are lucky your pets get to live so long!

  • @elisaholland29
    @elisaholland29 Před 6 měsíci +1

    That last line 🤣🤣 What a lucky family!

  • @AL-fl4jk
    @AL-fl4jk Před rokem +134

    50 years!!! I had no idea they could live that long

    • @coralreef909
      @coralreef909 Před rokem +75

      Large parrots can live a very longtime the equivalent of human years and in many cases outliving their human companions. They aren’t pets. They are highly intelligent sensitive beings who happen to have feathers. They are a life long commitment.

    • @misspad7282
      @misspad7282 Před rokem +16

      They can live up to 60 years.

    • @AL-fl4jk
      @AL-fl4jk Před rokem +39

      Oh yeah hell no that’s not a pet that’s a life partner

    • @jessicaaudate
      @jessicaaudate Před rokem +6

      @@AL-fl4jk yup

    • @amybarratt4227
      @amybarratt4227 Před rokem +8

      @@misspad7282 waaaay longer than that sister

  • @stevenvega719
    @stevenvega719 Před rokem +350

    Thank you for this. I rescued a love bird that is terrified of people. I’ve had her for six months and the improvement is small. I thought she would never warm up to me, but now after watching this video, I know there is hope for her.

    • @mehere8038
      @mehere8038 Před rokem +13

      Have you tried touch/stick/target training? That was what got a real breakthrough for me. My 2 still refuse any physical contact, but they've learnt that I'm not going to try & so trust me now. If I ever need to handle them, I wave a towel around first, to let them know I'm going to pick them up & they freak out, BUT they totally trust me when I don't have a towel. Touch training was a huge break through with mine though, cause they learnt a way to interact where they didn't need to have close contact with the scary humans to do it :) Having 2 helps too, as they get confidence from each other & sort of take turns at being brave. Mine have real issues with contact with each other too though, cause of the abuse history, they have more of a trauma bond than a real bond. Anyway, never give up, they do make progress & even if it's small, if you look back at how your bird was when you first rescued her, I'm sure you'll be able to see how much happier she is now & how much better her quality of life is because of you :)
      I've had mine about 18 months. I like to video & write down their little milestones & that way I can look back & realise "oh wow, I remember that! I'd forgotten! They have come a long way" - although that said, sometimes it's disheartening too, to realise how long ago they did something & that they've really not made any further progress on it since
      edit:typo

    • @danielh12345
      @danielh12345 Před rokem +9

      I agree with @Me Here . This type of training is amazing, just remember even the tiniest of progress is progress and patience is key! You'll realise when they aren't interested anymore. Then you stop. Find their favourite treat, get a dog clicker. Click the dog clicker, give them the treat. They'll associate the click with reward / positive experience.

    • @stevenvega719
      @stevenvega719 Před rokem +7

      @@mehere8038 yes. I’ve started petting her head and offering treats so she can associate petting with treats. It does take a long time though. But the progress is definitely there

    • @jen_sa
      @jen_sa Před rokem +3

      It is very kind of you to do that. I hope she will be able to trust you soon ♥️

    • @SweetChicagoGator
      @SweetChicagoGator Před rokem

      Never get a female bird they are very skittish ! 😜
      I know from experience. Always get a male bird in the future !

  • @eringemini7091
    @eringemini7091 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Grumpy is definitely proof that birds have feelings, as well as HUGE personalities! What a lucky bird to have found such a great family!

  • @kathythompson9931
    @kathythompson9931 Před rokem +4

    Grumpy is one lucky bird! You take such good care of him and he is lucky to have you and your husband!

  • @M7MDRX
    @M7MDRX Před rokem +67

    Such a heartwarming story thank you ❤

  • @timobrien2586
    @timobrien2586 Před rokem +5

    Grumpy thought it was "Fight Club".

  • @chantallvardas0730
    @chantallvardas0730 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thank-You. Bless You.
    & your family too…
    Precious Grumpy Boi
    I am so grateful that you all have each other…

  • @alllifematters
    @alllifematters Před rokem +8

    That's so sweet! Quite a commitment of love! And allowing him to be who he is

  • @darlene-MamaD
    @darlene-MamaD Před rokem +60

    Grumpy is quite the character! 💖

  • @PREPFORIT
    @PREPFORIT Před rokem +18

    You both are awesome people and Grumpy knows it !

  • @annsolorzano6817
    @annsolorzano6817 Před rokem +3

    Overwhelming joy is seeing any animal getting love, care, attention, and compassion.

  • @jupitersailing
    @jupitersailing Před rokem +11

    He's a lovely little boy. What a relationship you two/three have though. Grumpy seems to have a lot of common sense, and is down to earth. He's a decent sort, always interested to hear the other chap's point of view. I have enormous respect for what he's trying to achieve.

  • @backwoodsdixiefarm1098
    @backwoodsdixiefarm1098 Před rokem +18

    He's so wonderful and sweet I can tell you love the parrot so much and he so smart

  • @naturally_nica
    @naturally_nica Před rokem +7

    That's a life long partnership!!
    Grumpy said this isn't flight club, it's FIGHT CLUB and I'm here to win 😂

  • @vidyachristopher4117
    @vidyachristopher4117 Před rokem +22

    Awwww.... I am in tears watching this video so beautifully put together especially the pictures of you and your husband when you were younger.
    YOU 3 MAKE AN AWESOME HART WARMING STORY!!

  • @danielmcwilliams377
    @danielmcwilliams377 Před rokem +6

    I love it and I hope you and grumpy and all your family are doing well and I send u all a massive hug from Scotland, uk! And a big hug for grumpy ❤️

  • @tesssanders7993
    @tesssanders7993 Před rokem +39

    Many years ago, I was in the USN and one of the girls had a pair of *lovebirds*. She got drunk and decided to "throw them out". Before we could stop her they were gone! We were so worried because they weren't used to fending for themselves. Then someone saw them on the roof so we climbed up and threw a sheet over hem. Whew! They were okay but we wouldn't give them back to the owner instead we pulled our money to buy their cage and supplies.
    Fortunately another friend had birds before and was thrilled to get them. Some people should never buy any animal they don't want to give 100% care animals are NOT toys you can throw away!
    This lady in the video is what pet owners should be!

  • @carolecoote1926
    @carolecoote1926 Před rokem +148

    What a lovely story. I am so glad you rescued Grumpy. You and your husband appear to be really nice people and although Grumpy doesn’t lead a ‘natural’ existence he couldn’t have had a better life as a pet.

  • @user-tz3zn2kz8w
    @user-tz3zn2kz8w Před rokem +9

    People don't realize that owning a parrot is pretty much a life long commitment. We have four budgies (parakeets). Our oldest is now over 15 years old. Prior to getting the other 3, we had a female budgie that was at least 16 years old. We don't know exactly how old she was because we did buy her from a pet store. But the 15 year old boy, we saw him hatch. His two other siblings only lived around 5 years, which unfortunately is somewhat normal lifespan. But we never cut their wings, we always let them out for exerciser, give them toys, food, fruits and attention. Make sure they are cool when hot, and warm when cold. We love these guys because of the personalities and attitudes of each one. I'm hoping the others live at least 10+ years.

    • @68404
      @68404 Před rokem

      As an Australian, thank you for calling our birds, budgies.
      We hate them being called parakeets.

  • @MagnetOnlyMotors
    @MagnetOnlyMotors Před rokem +2

    1:34 WOW ! 😊
    You’re wonderful ! Grumpy too.

  • @shefalibishtbharti9845
    @shefalibishtbharti9845 Před rokem +15

    Wow..50years old.You sure take excellent care of Grumpy.👍💓💓

  • @Mrkevi123
    @Mrkevi123 Před rokem +3

    @3:50
    Grumpy: "You said this was Fight Club"
    Lady: "Flight Club, Grumpy! FLIGHT club"
    Grumpy: 0_o

  • @buddy-xp1yt
    @buddy-xp1yt Před 7 měsíci +3

    This is very wholesome. Imagine the bond they have after this many years passed. Ya dont see that every day between two different species. Buddy is clearly part of da family and they take good care of him👍 And also really appreciate how she says that it's not his fault he was caught from the wild. That lady and her family truly love dat bird~☺️

  • @kathleenjory2731
    @kathleenjory2731 Před rokem +5

    You are so sweet!!!! Blessings to you and your family for taking care of Grumpy.
    XOX

  • @chrisv.4071
    @chrisv.4071 Před rokem +9

    A great story .......he's a beauty ....I wish him many many many more years to come 🤍🤎💜💙💚💚❤🧡🤍🤎🤎💜

  • @kittencutie7074
    @kittencutie7074 Před rokem +88

    You're the best owner any bird could ever ask for. Kudos!

  • @lizbethk540
    @lizbethk540 Před rokem +25

    This story touched my heart The love and devotion she shows Grumpy is so beautiful. Both have such unique souls! ❤

  • @geronimokat4500
    @geronimokat4500 Před rokem +10

    You are a great mama…..love and compassion is all these animals need. The anger from Grumpy is probably from being mistreated before you got him. Keep up the great love for animals….keep rescuing other animals, there are many out there that just need someone to love them.🥰

  • @maveri.k
    @maveri.k Před rokem +6

    Amazing family. Grumpy won the coin toss and lottery with them

  • @LizzieLizzieLizzieLizzie
    @LizzieLizzieLizzieLizzie Před rokem +81

    It fills my heart to the absolute brim seeing other bird parents who understand the amount of responsibility it takes to look after a bird properly. A bird is for life and sometimes even longer. They are expensive and need a lot of care and a proper diet. My birds are my children. This lovely lady is an inspiration

  • @erikaluff3767
    @erikaluff3767 Před rokem +2

    You are wonderful for loving him so much during his moodswings, and nice moments. Grumpy loves you!

  • @rockchick0367
    @rockchick0367 Před rokem +4

    What a beautiful story, this woman is an angel taking such good care of Grumpy!

  • @shannonly23
    @shannonly23 Před rokem +39

    What an absolutely amazing thing. I wish dogs lived this long.☹️

    • @mischr13
      @mischr13 Před rokem +6

      As much as I wished my dog lived longer, with how popular dogs are, I can't even imagine the logistics nightmare that would be caused by dogs living this long. it's bad enough for birds and they aren't anywhere near the popularity of dogs :(

    • @TenderheartPC
      @TenderheartPC Před rokem +3

      Having my puppers that long would be heaven. They are the absolute best.

    • @philipjones9458
      @philipjones9458 Před rokem

      Well said.