Download or read book A Guide to Owning and Caring for a Parrot Tips for Training Taming Breeding and Housing these Beautiful Birds written by Various and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-08-26 with total page 91 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This antique book contains a detailed guide to owning and caring for parrots, including tips for housing, taming, breeding, and training. The information comprising this text is timeless in its value, and constitutes a veritable must-have for both current and prospective parrot owners. Both detailed and easily digestible, this handbook is perfect for the amateur and makes for a great addition to any collection of avicultural literature. Chapters included in this text are: 'An Introduction to Parrots', 'A History of Parrots', 'Varieties of Parrots', 'When you buy a Parrot', 'Cages and Housing a Parrot', 'Training and Taming', 'Care and Feeding your Parrot', 'Ailments and How to Treat Them', 'Household Safety Hints', 'Hints and Tips for Breeding', and 'Colour Breeding'. This book has been elected for modern republication due to its significant educational value, and is proudly republished here complete with a new introduction to the field of aviculture.

Download or read book Parrot Parenting written by Carol Frischmann and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2014-10-21 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the tiny parakeet to the giant hyacinth macaw, not all parrots place the same demands on their parents. Parakeets, conures, cockatiels, lories—the parrot family consists of the most popular pet birds, each offering keepers their unique characteristics and exotic beauty as well as their specific requirements. Bird expert and author, Carol Frishmann has written a must-have book for every parrot parent-to-be, an all-in-one guide that will remain indispensable in every bird home, regardless of the size, trainability, or personality of the feathered child. More than a selection guide, Parenting a Parrot offers all the information owners need to know about feeding, caring for, and training their chosen parrot. Though both good talkers, the eclectus parrot may be quieter than the cockatoo, but he’s not nearly as cuddly. Parenting a Parrot tells owners what to expect from their parrots and how to get the most out of their avian companions. INSIDE THIS BOOK: Finding and purchasing the ideal parrot Descriptions and needs of the most popular twenty parrot species Comprehensive positive-reinforcement-based training chapter, including trick training, talking, and training a flighted bird Living with a parrot, including establishing daily routine, socializing, housing, home safety, and cleanliness The parrot’s meal plan: diets, organic and natural options, and special needs Understanding parrot behavior, enrichment strategies, and problem solving Grooming, health care, first aid, and senior care Parenting tips highlighted in sidebars in each chapter Lists of recommendations for best talkers, quietest species, trick experts, beginner’s birds, etc. Includes detailed species descriptions of these parrots: African Greys Amazons Bourke’s Parkeets Caiques Cockatiels Cockatoos Conures Eclectus Lineolated Parakeets Lories and Lorikeets Lovebirds Macaws Parakeets/Budgies Parrotlets Pionus Psittaculas Quaker Parakeets Senegals and Other Poicephalus Plus: Brotogeris, Great-Bills, Kakarikis, Rosellas, Hawk-Headed Parrots, Vasa Parrots

Download or read book Parrot Training written by Bonnie Munro Doane and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007-07-17 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In paperback at last — the definitive guide to parrot training. Originally published as The Pleasure of Their Company: An Owner's Guide to Parrot Training, this amply illustrated book is just what parrot owners need to bring up happy, well-behaved pets. You get: Hands-on advice from one of the nation's foremost parrot authorities A thorough explanation of "normal" parrot behavior and the benefits of training Coverage of everything from gentling fledglings and basic obedience to potty training, speech, and tricks"

Download or read book African Grey Parrots written by Erika Busecan and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2016-05-31 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "African Grey Parrots: All About Nutrition, Care, Training, Diseases And Treatments" 164 pages paperback edition with black and white interior. If you don't own yet a bird and you want to purchase one, or you already have one and want to learn more interesting things about them like, how to understand your parrots behavior to avoid situation of biting, how to understand your parrots body language, how to teach them to talk, what steps you must follow if your bird is escaping and you want to bring it back, how to hand feed a baby parrot, how to recognize the abnormal droppings of your bird, how to administer medication to your parrot, how to help your bird when accidents happen, how to help your parrot when it has difficulty in delivering the eggs (the retention of the egg) and much more, then this book could be interesting for you. You can read the following chapters: Exotic birds-parrots Congo African Grey parrots Description Areas of Congo African Grey parrot Character Lifespan How to choose the right bird General criteria How to purchase a healthy bird How to determine the parrots gender Life with cage birds Preparing your house for the new arrived parrot The transportation of the parrots The new arrived parrots diet How to train your parrot Talking and training How to teach your parrot not to bite Learn to observe your parrots body language Cold season, hot season How to care of your bird in cold season How to care of your bird in hot season Cages and accessories Cage location Cages Aviaries Roofing Toys and accessories The main diet of Congo African grey parrots Cleaning your parrots house Breeding The anatomy of Congo African grey parrots Respiratory organs Digestive components Urinary tract organs Genital organs The eyes The ears Molting Stress bars How to maintain your parrots health The first sign of disease Few advices about how to keep your parrot healthy How to recognize the abnormal droppings Feather picking and self-mutilation How to catch and manipulate your parrot without hurting it How to choose the right avian vet What should you know, when you inform your vet Microchipping your parrot How to take care of the beak and the nails of your parrot How to clip your parrots wings Bathing your parrot The special needs of the parrots Flying exercises Bedding materials The everyday life of parrots Inappropriate perches What you can do if your parrot is escaping from the cage How to prevent the escape What you can do if your parrot has already escaped How to hand feed a baby parrot How to administer medication to your parrot Adding medication in drinking water Adding medication in food Liquid medication (Suspensions) Injectable medication Vitamins and minerals excess or deficiency First aid kit for your parrot Trauma at parrots Poor general condition Forced feeding Parasites External parasites Scab at parrots Internal parasites Skin and feather problems Inflammation of the skin (Dermatitis) Xanthomas (Fatty tumors) Skin tumors (Lipomas) The appetite and the digestive system The bird doesn't want to eat and drink The bird eats too much When the bird has diarrhoea Enteritis (Inflammation of the intestines) Gastrointestinal parasites and more...

Download or read book The Grey Area Your Essential Guide to African Grey Parrot written by Badar Ameen and published by Badar Ameen. This book was released on 2024-10-23 with total page 40 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This ebook serves as a comprehensive guide for anyone interested in African Grey parrots, from complete beginners to potential owners. This well-structured ebook offers a valuable resource for anyone seeking to learn more about African Grey parrots and make informed decisions about potential ownership. "The Grey Area: Your Essential Guide to African Grey Parrots" is a comprehensive ebook divided into five parts. Part 1: Introduction to African Grey Parrots covers their origin, historical significance, sub-species, and physical characteristics. Part 2: Life Cycle explores breeding, chick care, fledging, and juveniles. Part 3: African Grey Parrots as Companion Birds provides guidance on selecting, housing, caring for, feeding, training, and enriching African Greys. Part 4: Understanding African Grey Parrots delves into their intelligence, communication, behaviour, socialization, common ailments, and lifespan. Part 5: Conclusion summarizes the key points and emphasizes the joys and responsibilities of owning an African Grey parrot.

Download or read book Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine written by Marie Kubiak and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-08-24 with total page 524 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Easy-to-use, comprehensive reference covering the less common species encountered in general veterinary practice Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine provides easy-to-access, detailed information on a wide variety of exotic species that can be encountered in general veterinary practice. Offering excellent coverage of topics such as basic techniques, preventative health measures, and a formulary for each species, each chapter uses the same easy-to-follow format so that users can find information quickly while working in the clinic. Presented in full colour, with over 400 photographs, the book gives small animal practitioners the confidence to handle and treat more familiar pets such as budgerigars, African grey parrots, bearded dragons, corn snakes, tortoises, pygmy hedgehogs, hamsters and rats. Other species that may be presented less frequently including skunks, marmosets, sugar gliders, koi carp, chameleons and terrapins are also covered in detail to enable clinicians to quickly access relevant information. Provides comprehensive coverage of many exotic pet species that veterinarians may encounter in general practice situations Presents evidence-based discussions of topics including biological parameters, husbandry, clinical evaluation, hospitalization requirements, common medical and surgical conditions, radiographic imaging, and more The Handbook of Exotic Pet Medicine is an ideal one-stop reference for the busy general practitioner seeing the occasional exotic animal, veterinary surgeons with an established exotic animal caseload, veterinary students and veterinary nurses wishing to further their knowledge.

Download or read book Guide to the Quaker Parrot written by Mattie Sue Athan and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2008 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (back cover) An endearing personality and a facility for imitating human speech makes the Quaker parrot a favorite among bird owners. Mattie Sue Athan, an expert on parrot behavior and care, advises on training, grooming, diet, cages, and toys for this unique bird. She also tells you how to protect your inquisitive Quaker parrot from household accidents, and emphasizes the importance of reinforcing desirable behavior habits in your pet. New in this edition is a discussion of recently identified anatomical features of the Quaker parrot, plus tips on recovering escaped birds, and background information on Quaker parrots in their native ranges. Filled with color photos and instructive illustrations.

Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Bird Care Training written by Jacqueline O'Neil and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 404 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Quick and easy guidance on how to create a safe and stimulating environment for your bird.

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Download or read book My Parrot My Friend written by Bonnie Munro Doane and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-04-21 with total page 347 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: My Parrot, My Friend is a straightforward book that addresses a growing need for parrot owners and their birds. When difficulties develop in the home, or a clash in avian and human natures makes for unhappy birds and angry owners, many times the sad consequence is painful termination of what could have been a long-term, joyful relationship. Happily, there is an effective remedy and it lies in a program of behavior modification. That program is fully detailed in this well-written, wonderfully detailed text. In addition, the text helps readers to find the right bird so problems can be sidestepped altogether, and it explains which birds not to consider and why. My Parrot, My Friend shows how parrots grow and develop, and how behavioral problems can start. The book explains behavioral modification, how it works, and how to apply it in specific situations. Case studies and an examination of pertinent issues add considerable interest to the text. These and other special features make this one of the most indispensable reference books you will ever use. My Parrot, My Friend is the first book to approach the subject in such depth for the lay reader. It will make a significant difference in how pet owners view and relate to their birds and will point the way to happy endings where once there were none.

Download or read book African Grey Parrots African Grey Parrot Owners Manual African Grey Parrot Care Interaction Feeding Training and Common Mistakes written by Martin Monderdale and published by . This book was released on 2015-12-15 with total page 104 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: African Grey Parrots are exceptional birds. They are intelligent, curious and emotional. They create great bonds with their owners and they generally want to please their owner. They are able to learn words, to understand words and to learn tricks. This might all sound like great fun but they also require your attention. African Grey Parrots can live up to 50 years with the right diet and medical care. It does take plenty of time and dedication to care for such an amazing pet. Deciding if this is a type of bird you should buy or not is important. Never get one just because they are beautiful or you love the idea of a talking parrot. As you read this book, you will be able to decide if an African Grey Parrot is right for you or not. All of the following is included: History of the African Grey Parrot Diet Cage keeping and cleaning Teaching them to talk Teaching them tricks Possible health problems Finding a vet Cost of care Toys and puzzles Keeping them stimulated Possible behavior problems and how to handle them Where to buy an African Grey Parrot Natural habitat Flock mentality Bonding Reducing anxiety as they get used to their new home Safety and security Characters and behaviors Interacting with other people and other pets Common mistakes Determining if they are the right pet for you or not"

Download or read book Good Bird written by Barbara Heidenreich and published by Port Perry, Ont. : S. Mattacchione & Company. This book was released on 2004 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An easy to read step-by-step guide that uses positive reinforcement for teaching parrots acceptable behavior. Professional advice from animal behaviorist that will help you deal with screaming, biting, feather-picking, bonding and other difficult behaviors.

Download or read book Lovebirds written by Nikki Moustaki and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2006-10-01 with total page 177 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Author Nikki Moustaki certainly cannot resist the splendid lovebird, and her valentine to this irresistible avian wonder is the subject of this Complete Care Made Easy pet guide. This colorful guide offers vital information to both new and experienced bird keepers about this hookbilled parrot, covering all aspects of selecting, caring for, and maintaining well-behaved happy pet birds. Bird specialist and trainer Moustaki has written an ideal introductory pet guide about lovebirds with chapters on the history and characteristics of lovebirds, selection of a healthy, typical pet bird, housing and care, feeding, training, and health care. The chapter “A Look at Lovebird Species” gives readers a glimpse into all nine species. Although nine species exist--ranging from red faced to black collared lovebirds —only the peach-faced, black-masked, and Fischer’s are widely available to pet owners. The selection chapter offers potential owners excellent advice about the three main species of lovebirds and how to select the best one from those available commercially. In the chapter on housing and care, the author discusses selection of the right cage, placement of the cage, and all the necessary accessories. A bird’s diet is critical to its ongoing health, and the chapter devoted to feeding gives the reader all the info he or she needs about choosing a proper diet for the lovebird . The final two chapters of the book will be useful for bird fanciers interested in learning more about the breeding and the basic color variations and genetics of this beautiful small parrot. The book concludes with an appendix of bird societies, a glossary of terms, and a complete index.

Download or read book Alex Me written by Irene Pepperberg and published by Scribe Publications. This book was released on 2013 with total page 241 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A moving tribute that beautifully evokes the struggles, the initial triumphs, the setbacks, the unexpected and often stunning achievemnets . . . [while] uncovering cognitive abilities in Alex that no one believed were possible.'Publishers WeeklyOn September 6, 2007, an African Grey parrot named Alex died prematurely at age thirty-one. His last words to his owner, Irene Pepperberg, were 'You be good. I love you'.What would normally be a quiet, very private event was, in Alex's case, headline news. Over the thirty years they had worked together, Alex and Irene had become famous - two pioneers who opened an unprecedented window into the hidden yet vast world of animal minds. Alex's brain was the size of a shelled walnut, and when Irene and Alex first met, birds were not believed to possess any potential for language, consciousness, or anything remotely comparable to human intelligence. Yet, over the years, Alex proved many things. He could add. He could sound out words. He understood concepts like bigger, smaller, more, fewer, and none. He was capable of thought and intention. Together, Alex and Irene uncovered a startling reality: We live in a world populated by thinking, conscious creatures.The fame that resulted was extraordinary. Yet there was a side to their relationship that never made the papers. They were emotionally connected to one another. They shared a deep bond far beyond science. Alex missed Irene when she was away. He was jealous when she paid attention to other parrots, or even people. He liked to show her who was boss. He loved to dance. He sometimes became bored by the repetition of his tests, and played jokes on her. Sometimes they sniped at each other. Yet nearly every day, they each said, 'I love you'.Alex and Irene stayed together through thick and thin - despite sneers from experts, extraordinary financial sacrifices, and a nomadic existence from one university to another. The story of their thirty-year adventure is equally a landmark of scientific achievement and of an unforgettable human-animal bond.

Download or read book The African Grey written by Julie Ann Rach and published by Turner Publishing Company. This book was released on 2008-05-05 with total page 162 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is our seventh set of Happy, Healthy Pet titles. These are books pet owners can turn to for the essential information they need to raise a healthy pet. All books contain information on: feeding housing grooming health care what to expect from the pet basic training As our series expands and focuses on different kinds of pets, the emphasis remains on making the pet a companion. In addition, owners of more unusual pets will particularly appreciate the expert advice in these books because professional care for their animals may be difficult to come by. As always, the instruction is from experts–people who know their pet intimately, but also remember what it was like to have one for the first time. Happy, Healthy Pet guides are rich with professional quality color photos and are designed to be enjoyable and easy to learn from.

Download or read book Chinchillas written by Donna Anastasi and published by Fox Chapel Publishing. This book was released on 2011-11-08 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The delightful South American “unrodent-like rodent” known as the chinchilla makes a playful and affectionate companion animal. Author Donna Anastasi refers to them as “inquisitive, sensitive, intelligent, and active,” the ideal combination of intelligence and interaction anyone would want in a small pet. This Complete Care Made Easy title is an ideal introductory pet guide about the chinchilla, with detailed chapters on characteristics, selection of a healthy chinchilla, housing and care, welcoming and taming the new arrival, feeding and daily care, training, and health and veterinary care. The book offers excellent advice about feeding and nutrition, including the choice of pellets, supplements, hay, and treats. The chapter “Understanding and Training Your Chinchilla” explains the abilities and limitations of chinchillas’ senses (they’re nearsighted but have exceptional hearing) and offers a great overview of how they communicate through sounds and body language. With positive reinforcement and a clicker (no leash and collar!), the chin can be trained to perform tricks for the family’s entertainment, and the book gives lots of training pointers for owners! For chin fanciers who are interested in further exploration, the author includes chapters on breeding chinchillas and getting involved in chin shows. Sidebars throughout the text provide useful information to chinchilla keepers, covering such topics as chin colors, harmful human foods, daily care checklist, and show terminology. The resources include chinchilla societies, books and websites. Glossary of terms and index included.

Download or read book Games and House Design for Parakeets written by Hildegard Niemann and published by B.E.S. Publishing. This book was released on 2013 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The key to keeping happy, healthy birds is offering a variety of activities to promote mental and physical fitness. Niemann gives you simple instructions for transforming a cage or aviary into a comfortable home, and do-it-yourself toys and fun activities to banish your bird's boredom.