Oh, they were such adorable keets
with their downy stripes and sweet little chirps. Then one dayOMGits like having a flock of ungrateful, strong-willed teenagers. Fortunately, in both instances, we have the sweet memories of the early days and bright hopes for future days to sustain us.
Their claws are sharp and theyre stronger than chickensmuch stronger. On this forum, Ive seen catching an adult guinea described as an explosive experience several times, and I think the term is fitting. On the list of things Id like to do, it falls somewhere below get a root canal and listen to that ridiculous Friday song.
I do believe their wildness is part of what makes them such a great addition to a homestead. Its up to me to figure out how to use that to my advantage.