I don't have a grey but I do have Lucy a macaw and I would have to agree with M/L and Red Devil. Each bird is their own. You may get a complete angel or a little devil. With Lucy we have our good days and we have our bad days. There are some days where she will scream for attention so much that I will have to leave the house or put headphones on as loud as they can go. I am right now researching ways to soundproof her room. They are very expensive to own as well toy and food bills are not for just anyone. They are one of the most expensive pets to maintain. They will need alot of mental stimulation and one on one time with you to keep them from developing bad habits such as plucking. Lucy has overpreened but never plucked but it was still difficult to correct. And cleaning is a daily chore especially with greys and all their dust. you will need to vacum and dust regulary. You will also have to change your lifestyle greatly. Birds respiratory systems are very sensitive you will need to avoid cologne, perfume, nonstick cookware, candles, strong scented cleaners and this list goes on and on I can get a link for you if you would like. Also are your roommates willing to put up with everything that will change? Can they handle the screaming and dust? If any of you have allergies I would steer clear of the greys. And I have a schnauzer at home and his tears are nothing compared to Lucy's. She can and will do severe damage to the house if she is given the chance. She has destroyed sheetrock, dressers and base boards.
But even with all of these negatives I wouldn't change a thing. I love all of my animals to death but none of them even come close to her. She shows affection that no other aniamal can. You can tell that she really does want to get your affection from you and she does show it back. And I 2nd want M/L said the only thing I can think of that would compare is a human baby.
So please think very hard before you decide on this there are very few people who can change their lifes so much for them so and they end up giving them to someone else. Just please really really think about this life changing decision.
But even with all of these negatives I wouldn't change a thing. I love all of my animals to death but none of them even come close to her. She shows affection that no other aniamal can. You can tell that she really does want to get your affection from you and she does show it back. And I 2nd want M/L said the only thing I can think of that would compare is a human baby.
So please think very hard before you decide on this there are very few people who can change their lifes so much for them so and they end up giving them to someone else. Just please really really think about this life changing decision.
