Today, my parents finally fulfilled my wish of a pet that I could take care of for a few years. They got a parrot. I guess 75 years or more is a few years to my parents. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, my parents finally fulfilled my childhood dream and got a puppy, after years of me nagging at them. The only downside is that I no longer live at home and he's not mine. FML
Today, my pet bird died. He had caught some illness and had been extremely sick for the past few days. He didn't die from the illness though. My dog ate him. FML
Today, my 16-year-old brother managed to convince my 22-year-old boyfriend that I breastfeed my pet parrot. FML
Today, around 12 a.m., my pet parrot said a sentence I've never heard him say before. Usually this would be exciting, but considering he said, 'I killed the bird', and that one of my two love birds mysteriously died a few days ago, it's safe to say I'm now terrified. FML
Today, I bought a parakeet for my kids. When I got home and presented it to them, they wanted to let him fly around inside. We went around the house making sure all the windows and doors were shut. Unfortunately I forgot to turn off the ceiling fan. FML
Today, I had the mole on my neck removed. By my pet bird. FML
Today, my dad and stepmom came back from a very expensive two-month trip across the world. When they got home, they had more gifts for their cat than for me. FML
Today, I was caring for a bird that had flown into my window. I thought the poor thing wouldn't make it, when it shit in my hand, flew into my neck, then around my living room for ages before I could manage to get it out of the window. FML
Today, I met my boyfriend's parents for the first time. In his front room was a giant parrot. Hoping to impress them, I went over to the bird and began talking to it proving I wasn't scared. Out of nowhere, it's beak clenched onto my nose making it gush blood on the carpet. I was hospitalized. FML
Today, I found out my ten year-old brother and his best friend have taught our new parrot to say, "Shut up, bitch." We have a bunch of our extended family coming over tomorrow to see what the parrot can say. FML
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ohkitty 21
it's a bit weird that you only wanted a pet that you knew would die after only a couple of years
TaoShaman 24
Parrots live a very long time. Even a dog or a cat would live for only 15-20 years. That's a fraction of a parrot or turtle's life span. A lot of people would be unsure about getting a pet that lives that long. They also could have wanted a hamster, guinea pig or the like. Relatively low maintenance and they don't live very long. If they've never had a pet, a parrot would be pretty overwhelming. They live a long time and can be hard to take care of, especially as a first pet.
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BarronTS 11
I guess it's good that they thought of getting you a pet
ohkitty 21
it's a bit weird that you only wanted a pet that you knew would die after only a couple of years
SordidPeanut 0
Not really. A hamster, rat, mouse, etc. make good first pets for people to learn to be responsible without having to commit for many years, especially if they are still young like I'm assuming OP is and are uncertain of their future.
TaoShaman 24
Parrots live a very long time. Even a dog or a cat would live for only 15-20 years. That's a fraction of a parrot or turtle's life span. A lot of people would be unsure about getting a pet that lives that long. They also could have wanted a hamster, guinea pig or the like. Relatively low maintenance and they don't live very long. If they've never had a pet, a parrot would be pretty overwhelming. They live a long time and can be hard to take care of, especially as a first pet.
TaoShaman 24
Parrots live a very long time. Even a dog or a cat would live for only 15-20 years. That's a fraction of a parrot or turtle's life span. A lot of people would be unsure about getting a pet that lives that long. They also could have wanted a hamster, guinea pig or the like. Relatively low maintenance and they don't live very long. If they've never had a pet, a parrot would be pretty overwhelming. They live a long time and can be hard to take care of, especially as a first pet.
TaoShaman 24
Parrots live a very long time. Even a dog or a cat would live for only 15-20 years. That's a fraction of a parrot or turtle's life span. A lot of people would be unsure about getting a pet that lives that long. They also could have wanted a hamster, guinea pig or the like. Relatively low maintenance and they don't live very long. If they've never had a pet, a parrot would be pretty overwhelming. They live a long time and can be hard to take care of, especially as a first pet.
TaoShaman 24
Parrots live a very long time. Even a dog or a cat would live for only 15-20 years. That's a fraction of a parrot or turtle's life span. A lot of people would be unsure about getting a pet that lives that long. They also could have wanted a hamster, guinea pig or the like. Relatively low maintenance and they don't live very long. If they've never had a pet, a parrot would be pretty overwhelming. They live a long time and can be hard to take care of, especially as a first pet.
TaoShaman 24
Maybe they wanted a hamster or similar pet, especially if this is their first pet. Even a dog or cat doesn't live that long. 15-20 years compared to 75. A parrot would be very overwhelming. They're not exactly easy to take care of. It sounds like they wanted to start out with a relatively easy pet.
NavEntity 12
Not really... I wouldn't want to care for something for 75 years without being asked about it, especially a copycat bird
Tumaco1963 19
Unless one or both of your parents have extensive experience with parrots, getting one as a pet is extremely irresponsible & dangerous for the bird. Parrots are a HUGE responsibility. If not trained correctly, they can become extremely out of control & mean. They are loud, messy & can literally take off a finger with their beaks. Regular vets rarely see parrots or other exotic birds. You need to find an aviary specialist. So many parrots are abandoned & even set free because people think they're "cool" to have with absolutely no regard to the responsibility it involves.
theblondeone 16
This! My parents have had two birds my entire life. On top of being EXTREMELY high-maintenance, one of them has the intelligence of a toddler and requires almost constant stimulation and supervision. We tried to rescue an Amazon from my mom's coworker but she was so violent from neglect that we ended up having to turn her over to an aviary rescue because she was so dangerous to us and the other birds. Birds are no joke and should NOT be adopted on a whim.
Chazzster 32
Let your parents know if you are not going to be able to care for the parrot. Better now than later.
ThaReaper319 19
At least they didn't give you a turtle.
Sparx1_1 16
YDI - if you're going to ask fr a pet be clear on what kind of pet you want and how much of a commitment you are able to make to it.
onyourleft 10
People, especially parents, shouldn't be surprising others with pets. It's quite irresponsible and ends up with neglected animals or animals being dumped.
theblondeone 16
Birds are not simple pets! They should never be adopted on a whim and without thorough research ahead of time. They are arguably one of the most high-maintenance pets you can have and if you don't take care of them properly they will become depressed and start self-harming (plucking to the point of bleeding and permanently destroying follicles) and will turn hostile. Please please please turn the bird over to an aviary rescue sooner rather than later if you don't want to/can't handle this responsibility!
MissMizery 19
What ******* bird are you talking about??? There is no bird I know of that lives an Average of 75 years. I'm betting you have a cockatoo. They only live for 40 years. Anything above that is abnormal.
deathshead 19
no, it took me a matter of minutes to find pet parrots that can live past 40. while I didn't find any sources saying 75, I did find some listing some species as living past 60
num1piglover 13
Actually cockatoos can live over 70 years depending on diet and type. However most don't due to improper care.
cheshireau 26
You know nothing about birds then. I've seen a Cockatiel alive at age 25 and my Galah can live up to 60+ years. Bigger cockatoos then her can go to 80+. If it was, say, a Budgie, they aren't as maintenance then bigger birds. Why didn't you say to your folks, hey, can I have a dog/cat? Communication and elaboration is the key in this scenario
Tumaco1963 19
Macaws & Amazons have a lifespan of 75+ years. There are many records of some living to be 100. When we got our Severe Macaw, my husband & I actually put him into our wills. The lifespan can range from 40-80 years.
kirkaygri 18
Most people, who have done their research, put birds in their wills, just like children. I adopted my first bird from a pet store after the owner had died. She'd had the bird for almost 50 years. Sweetest little thing ever. The bird and the lady.
sasquatchius 3
Ah well, at least it's easy to get rid of.
sparkledoge 29
At least the fact OP said "i guess 75 years is a few years for my parents" implies they're willing to put effort into taking care of that bird even though it's not the pet they expected.