Welcome to the EMO Community Forums, @brent_c.russell ! I think you will find once you get EMO that it will not be long and will be a part of the family!
I have actually seen videos of EMO and a bird that a lady owns. The bird seems to be fine with EMO.
Have a look around here and enjoy the fun!
Here is a handy reference guide you can use to understand all about EMO before he arrives: