5) Keep it short and sweet

Keep your training sessions brief and engaging. Keep their attention by using words that they recognize and making sure to give them lots of praise. Use words like “hello,” “good,” and “bye,” in addition to the name of their favorite toy or treat. Keep the sessions short and sweet, with a maximum of two minutes. If the parrot shows signs of becoming bored or agitated, take a break and try again later.

6) Reward good behavior

Reward your Quaker parrot when it repeats something correctly or makes progress with positive reinforcement. Give it a treat, some extra attention, or even some verbal praise – all of which will help it learn and remember what it should be saying. And remember – don’t overdo it! If you give too much of a reward, your parrot may become overwhelmed and not want to keep trying. Stick with a small treat or a few words of encouragement and you’ll be on your way.