Cheeks - our family pet cockatiel whistling as he always did!

Video Discription: This is a lil video I took of my pet cockatiel "Cheeks" whistling random tunes...

Background Info: Cheeks (June 1995 - Feb 2011)
Cheeks was our family pet cockatiel for over 15 years. We raised him from 6 months of age. He was the offspring of a male cockatiel that we previously owned named "Tony". Cheeks lived in Sunrise, Florida with us for 5 years and when we migrated to Toronto, Canada in 2001 he came along for the car ride up! During his time in Florida, he flew away 3 or 4 times because he knew how to open his cage door and climb out. But by whistling to him or by luck, we'd always find him and bring him back home!
As part of our family, Cheeks didn't miss out on anything. We'd always include him in family photo's and if anyone asked who was part of my family, his name would be included. He provided the soundtrack to my life for many great years. Sadly on Feb. 18, 2011, Cheeks became ill and passed away in his sleep. This video is a tribute to him and all the joy he has given us over the years. We'll always love you and our memories of you will always live on!
R.I.P. Cheeks

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[ThePhenom94]

Hey Beautiful cockatiel u got there!

I juz got mine a day ago, shes still young

Shes tamed, but she's too scared...I mean she was alright at the pet shop when I bought her....but scared now, she stays puffed most if the time only becomes normal when I hold her(she comes on my finger juz like urz)

Will she be fine or what?

Now how do I make her as playful and happy as ur bird? A little help would be appreciated.

[MisterTNT86]

@ThePhenom94 Sounds like she's young and also in a new environment. I think the more you interact with her and play with her the more comfortable she'll get over time. Just show her love and avoid loud noises or quick movements at first. Also, my bird is a male and males are more vocal than females but there's always an exception! Good luck with your new cockatiel, treat her well!

[remelsheikh]

Did you take him to a vet? R.I.P. little bird.

[iamonlylucky]

What a beautiful tribute!