If you know anything about pet birds, parrots in particular, you know the importance of buying a bird that is “hand raised.” That bird will make a much better pet since it bonded with human beings early in its life. Some
catteries and other cat breeders advertise that their cats are “hand raised,” and what is true for parrots is true for kittens as well—kittens who were handled often in their early weeks make more sociable and affectionate pets.
