Yeah. I'm no breeder or ranch hand, but birds like these guys helped me and my friends travel around when our car was stolen.

[Noctis grabs a basket leaning against the fence, holding it out to the other.]

Chocobos are skittish creatures when you first meet them. Try putting the greens in here and holding it out. They'll come to you if you don't make any sudden moves. After that, do whatever the guild told you to.