Life will never be the same...

[Will0W783]

Yes, African greys are incredibly expensive birds. I'd never be able to afford to purchase one...it seems just luck that this happened, although it will not be easy. Baby will require a good, extensive veterinary check-up, and hopefully the toes and wings can be clipped without needing to anesthetize the bird...that will be $$$$$ if we do. Baby might also need some supplementation or medication, depending on any underlying health issues or nutritional deficiencies. I've already spent about $300 on a cage and toys and food, so it's not going to be cheap, but definitely the least expensive way to end up with a grey.

I just want Baby to be happy and well-adjusted and have a good life. I am tremendously excited about this, and also really nervous. It's a HUGE HUGE responsibility for me and a busy time in my life as I finish up my Ph.D. thesis work, but I will make time for Baby and make things work.