Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot (Barron's)
by Mattie Sue Athan
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Author: Mattie Sue AthanBrand: Barron's Publishing
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2007-09-21
ISBN: 0764136674
Number of pages: 144
Publisher: Barron's Educational Series
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- Made by Barron's Publishing
- Model Number 3667
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Summary: 5 Stars
I have a 26 year old Senegal Parrot. Throughout the years, I have had many questions about her behavior, playfulness, talking, nutrition, health and training. Virtually all of these questions have been answered in this book. Sometimes the answers are so simple I'll wonder why I didn't think of them myself.
Some things I've learned that are helpful is that my bird should not be higher than I am so it's not good to put her on my shoulder. The higher she is, the more dominant she feels. I also learned that her nutritional needs are similar to an adult humans. We feed her what we eat along with some runner's gorp. I learned about her changing loyalties to either my husband or myself which may be a result of sexual orientation and maturation.
I recommend this book for anyone who has a parrot and wants to learn about this fascinating animal. Parrots are smart, funny and wonderful pets - - but only for the knowledgeable owner.
Summary of Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot (Barron's)
This expanded new edition of a popular parrot-training book explains parrot psychology and discusses the ways in which parrot owners can apply it to solve behavior problems. The author cites the most common problems--screaming, biting, and feather-chewing--and tells how to remedy them. She also stresses the need for periodic reinforcement of desirable parrot behavior traits and advises on many aspects of good parrot care, including proper nutrition and providing the bird with steady companionship. The text is complemented with many attractive and instructive color photos and line art.Birds Books
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