This book is full of helpful information. It not only talks about how to stop unwanted behaviors but, even more importantly, it talks about how to prevent them. There are lots of exercises in the book that aim to help build a bond between owner and parrot and to help prevent unwanted behaviors. Lots of information on how to prevent boredom, stimulate talking/mimicking, reading body language, stopping/preventing screaming, and emergency preparedness. Overall, a very good book. Highly recommend it for any bird owner.
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.
Great Book!!
I got this book as a part of my research when I was collecting information on Greys. I wanted it for a reference so I wouldn't do anything wrong with my Timneh. I wanted to make sure I made her happy and well adjusted. This is a great book for that. Mattie Sue knows her birds.
Must-have basics.
If you are still getting to know your parrot, or want to improve your knowledge and skills, this is a must-have. Clear, intelligent, concise.
