A companion parrot is to a bird lover what a favorite lapdog is to its owner -- a friend through thick and thin. This book offers a wealth of advice on such topics as choosing between a young parrot and an older bird, selecting and training a talking parrot, modifying some of a companion parrot's behavior traits and periodically reinforcing behavior changes, keeping the bird groomed and away from household safety hazards, and virtually all other aspects of care. The author, a respected parrot expert, discusses ways of coping with occasional problems that include excessive screaming and feather chewing, and describes general differences in behavior among various companion birds - budgies, lovebirds, cockatiels, macaws, conures, lories and others.
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Whether you already own a companion parrot or plan to acquire one of these fascinating birds, you'll value Mattie Sue Athan's helpful information on everyday care and advice on dealing with potential problems. Topics she discusses in detail include:
Choosing the right species for your home Selecting and training a talking parrot Modifying your bird's behavior and reinforcing favorable behavior habits Protecting your parrot from play accidents and household hazards Coping with occasional issues, such as screaming or feather chewing behavior
You'll also enjoy reading her many amusing stories about companion parrots and their owners.
Filled with color photos and illustrations --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
Whether you already own a companion parrot or plan to acquire one of these fascinating birds, you'll value Mattie Sue Athan's helpful information on everyday care and advice on dealing with potential problems. Topics she discusses in detail include:
You'll also enjoy reading her many amusing stories about companion parrots and their owners.
Filled with color photos and illustrations --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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Format:Paperback
Hi Mattie Sue,
I have a few pictures tah wrer taken during the Perreoquet Québec 2005 in Nov this year and would like to get them to you.
As I was not able to get to you thru an email address, I went thru this limk.
Hope you get the message.
Francine Paquin
Format:Paperback
This book is wonderful for a first time parrot buyer. Suggest that you buy this book before buying a parrot as a guide to choosing the right type of parrot. The book is also filled with information that can be used after the purchase of the parrot. The largest part of the book is centered on different types of parrots and their personalities, behaviors ect. An excellent reference! Enjoyed leaning from it!
Format:Paperback
It is a great resource for people who havn't bought a parrot yet but want to and current parrot owners. The book has a lot of information to offer to parrot owners and people who are considering on buying a parrot. I feel that if parrot owners took the time to read this book they would benefit greatly from it and that their parrots will become happy ones, if not happier.
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Guide to Companion Parrot Behavior
Wonderful book. Written with compassion and humor. I enjoyed reading it. Very informative. I am a first time Parrot parent and am reading eveything I can get my hands on... Read more
Published on Oct 5 2001 by Nancy Long
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A Must-Have for the Parrot Lover's Library
Guide to Companion Parrot Behavior is chock full of brilliant color photos, clear line drawings, and well explained, easy-to-understand terms. Read more
Published on May 21 2001 by Anne Watkins
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One of Two Essential Books for The Parrot Enthusiast
This book, along with The Well Behaved Parrot by the same author, is essential reading for anyone who has or wants a companion parrot. Read more
Published on Nov 2 2000 by marion russo-lleras
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This is the book I was looking for!
I'm new to parrots and have been looking for an authoritative guide to parrots and their attributes. This is the book. Read more
Published on Mar 25 2000 by Isaac Hoch
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A must-have for any avian library
Understanding why our parrots do what they do is essential to getting the most out of a relationship with these wonderful (and sometimes challenging) pets. Read more
Published on Jan 30 2000 by Gina Spadafori
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This book is a must for any companion bird library!
I was really impressed with the scope of this work, as it covers not only the attributes of different species of birds, but also much regarding behavior, training, general care and... Read more
Published on Aug 16 1999
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A valuable reference for insight into your birds behavior
The Parrot Rehabilitation Society is a non-profit organization that regularly deals with the problems of companion birds who are without homes because the owners were unprepared to... Read more
Published on July 5 1999
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An essential book for both beginners and seasoned owners.
Author Mattie Sue Athan has performed another courtesy for all parrot-owning and potential parrot-owning individuals. Read more
Published on May 27 1999 by "91crxsi"
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