What I Wish I Knew Before Getting a Parrot

We’ve all learned the hard way. The mess? Daily. The noise? Nonstop. The need for constant attention? Way more than we expected. Nobody told us that owning a parrot feels like raising a feathery toddler, with wings and a stubborn streak.

They don’t just want to be around you, they demand it. They chew your books, mimic your laugh, and get jealous of your phone. But they also make you laugh when you need it most, and greet you like you’ve been gone for years, even if it was just five minutes.