{"product_id":"parrots-for-dummies-isbn-9781119753612","title":"Parrots For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepeat after me: Parrots aren’t just for pirates!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhile parrots have a historical reputation for being a pirate's best friend, in the modern-day U.S.—where birds are the nation’s third most popular household pet-thousands of landlubbers are in on the act! And that’s not surprising—parrots are as affectionate, friendly, and fun to be with as a dog or cat. They are also relatively low-maintenance, with no rude 5 a.m. awakenings with demands for food or punishing walks.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRenowned avian care and behavior consultant Nikki Moustaki is your friendly guide to the colorful world of this intelligent and chatty pet. In this book, you'll be introduced to the vibrant diversity of the parrot world, which covers a wide variety of Psittacidae family members, including macaws, cockatiels, and parakeets. You'll also learn the best ways to choose, care for, and love your resplendently feathered companion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePick your perfect parrot\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevour the latest on nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTame and train\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMake the perfect home\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're just setting out in the parrot world or are a seasoned voyager on the parrot-y seas, this 2nd edition of \u003ci\u003eParrots For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e has something for you and your pet—and will repay the hard-won pirate gold you spent on it a thousand times over!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Introducing the Parrot — Your Wild Child 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Meeting the Parrots, Just the Basics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing the Parrots 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom pet to companion 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA little bit of wilderness 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHome Tweet Home: Welcoming a Parrot into Your Home 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking birdy comfortable 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot paraphernalia 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot Care 101: Taking Care of Your Bird 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHealth care 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNutrition 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot Behavior: Checking How Your Bird Acts 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNormal behaviors 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe parrot monster 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot Pals: Socializing with Your Bird 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking friends with your parrot 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreeding parrots: Use caution 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA Caveat to the Wise 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: Knowing What to Expect with Your Companion Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 15\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining a Companion Parrot 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eJust Being Themselves 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the Joys of Parrot Guardianship 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePondering Important Points about Buying or Adopting a Parrot 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing who’s getting the parrot 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnswering why you want a parrot 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFactoring in the parrot’s personality 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContemplating the parrot’s home 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing on vacation 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRemembering parrots have a longer lifespan 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with allergies 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstimating the costs of parrot ownership 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing cognizant of the responsibilities of parrot guardianship 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpending time with your parrot 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing for mess and more mess 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting used to the noise (Sorry, I can’t hear over my screaming parrot) 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding What a Companion Parrot Expects 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTolerance 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmpathy 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSense of humor 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttentiveness 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecisiveness and action 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConstant companionship 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA loyal friend 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiving with a Parrot around Nonbird People 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: Choosing the Right Companion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 29\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Certain Considerations in Mind As You Choose a Species 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrots are individuals 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe chemistry between the two of you 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNot all species are created equal 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoise: deafening or extremely deafening 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpace: Bigger is better 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLifestyles of the neat and messy 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrom easily affordable to taking out a loan 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTalking ability 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChild-friendliness 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne, two, or more 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking Closer at Species Profiles Commonly Kept As Companions 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAfrican grey parrots 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAmazon parrots 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrotogeris 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBudgies 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaiques 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCockatiels 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCockatoos 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConures 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEclectus 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHanging parrots 48\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHawk-headed parrots 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLories 49\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLovebirds 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMacaws 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther parakeets 54\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrotlets 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePionus 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoicephalus parrots 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuaker parakeets 59\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVasa parrots 60\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: Purchasing or Adopting a Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Your Parrot Options 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing handfed versus parent-raised birds 62\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an age 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContemplating degrees of tameness 66\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe talker in the bunch 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Perfect Parrot for You 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePet shops 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBird shops 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOnline classifieds 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReputable breeders 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlea markets 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBird shows or expos 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdopting a Rescue Parrot 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying which birds are available for adoption 72\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompleting the rescue application 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing prepared for the rescue home visit 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking for a Healthy Parrot 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBright eyes 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClear nose and nares 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeak 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShiny feathers 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeet 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVent 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAttitude and stance 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequesting a Guarantee 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing What to Ask Before You Buy or Adopt 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Bringing Home Your New Parrot 81\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: A House to Call Home: Choosing Proper Housing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMatching the Housing to the Species 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding the Right Cage for Your Bird 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCage shape 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSturdiness and material 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHousing bottom 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDoor types 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCage dangers 87\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Your Own Cage 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlacing Your Cage to Ensure Your Parrot is Comfortable 89\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning the Cage 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSimplifying your cage cleaning 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the right cleansers 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering an Aviary 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe flight cage 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe habitat 92\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: Going Shopping: Avian Supplies and Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving Your Parrot a Place to Stand: Perches 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWooden perches 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConcrete and cement perches 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRope perches 97\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlastic perches 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping the Food and Water Accessible: Coop Cups 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEntertaining Your Parrot: Toys 99\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnsuring safety at all times 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering different types of toys 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the Right Ambience: Bird Lighting 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting Up the Cage 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Play Gyms and Stands 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLining Your Cage: Litter and Bedding 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCovering the Cage: Nighttime Covers 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreventing Mess 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMess accessories 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAir filters 110\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: Bringing Home Birdy: Making Introductions and Parrot-Proofing Your Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking the First Night Stress Free (As Much As Possible) 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNaming Your Bird 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThriving on Routine with Your New Parrot 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWelcoming Your Parrot as a Family Member 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing unafraid; being very unafraid 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing people 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing pets 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing other birds 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuarantining your parrot 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Relationship between Parrots and Children 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRealizing the commitment to owning a bird 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing some basic rules 120\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFamiliarizing Houseguests to Your Parrot 123\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot-Proofing Your Home 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Caring for Your Parrot 127\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: Eating Like a Bird: Proper Parrot Nutrition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 129\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting with the Basics: Water 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping everything clean 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding supplements to your water: Yay or nay? 131\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing a Parrot’s Dietary Requirements 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe digestive system 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEating in the wild 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Nutrition-Related Disorders 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVitamin A deficiency 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalcium deficiency 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparing Seeds versus Pellets: The Big Debate 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEyeing What the Cooked Base Diet is 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePurchasing and Storing 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing Which Vegetables to Feed Your Parrot 140\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on Fruit to Feed Your Feathered Friend 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Aware of Pesticides 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving Your Bird Snacks 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Table Foods to Your Bird’s Diet 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAvoiding Toxic and Irritating Foods 145\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Grit and Clay 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContemplating Nutritional Supplements 146\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Nectar Eaters 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a Parrot to Eat 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Some Easy Recipes 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot muffins and bread 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot mac and cheese 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot omelet 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot juice and smoothies 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot pancakes 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot grain 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Healthy Diet Routine 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: Pretty Bird! Grooming Your Companion\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 157\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining What Your Bird Fusses All about: Feathers 157\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFluffing up: Your bird’s feather types 158\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking closer at feather anatomy 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing what you can do 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Your Parrot’s Wings 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTo clip or not to clip 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining how flight effects parrot behavior 161\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering options in between 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with clipped and unclipped parrots 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Your Bird’s Wings Properly: The How-To 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding the parrot properly — Toweling 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping the flight feathers 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering special circumstances 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClipping Your Parrot’s Toenails 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrooming the Beak 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeak breaks 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe misaligned beak 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBathing Your Parrot 170\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for Molting Parrots 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing With Blood Feathers 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: Taking Care of Your Parrot: In Sickness and in Health\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 177\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Closer Look at a Parrot’s Anatomy 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEyes 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEars 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeathers 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreen gland 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeet 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeak 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCere 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTongue 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNeck 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkin 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSyrinx 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSkeletal system 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMuscles 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRespiratory system 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigestive system 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCirculatory system 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReproductive system 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing Indications of Illness 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing an Avian Veterinarian 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a qualified avian vet 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing what to look for at the first visit 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDivulging important information 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Common Health Disorders 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNutritional disorders 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParasites 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBacterial infections 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eViral infections 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFungal infections 192\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoot disorders 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeather disorders 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReproductive disorders 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Aware of and Preventing Common Dangers to\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCompanion Parrots 194\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePredators and animal bites 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStanding water 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNonstick cookware 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHousehold products 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePoisonous houseplants 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCeiling fans 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToxic foods 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectrocution 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeet and doors 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLead and other heavy metals 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMirrors and clean glass 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNight thrashing 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemperature changes 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFrostbite 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOverheating 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOil on feathers 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBroken blood feathers and bleeding nails 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePhysical injuries and seizures 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlying away 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnsafe toys 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHumans 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCaring for an Older Parrot 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling an Emergency 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMedicating Your Parrot 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Hospital Cage 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating a Parrot First-Aid Kit 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Parrot Behavior Made Simple 211\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: Understanding Your Wild Child’s Instincts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 213\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking At a Daily Life of Parrots in the Wild 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppreciating the Plight of Wild-Caught Parrots 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDifferentiating between wild caught and captive bred 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting involved: Conservation organizations 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Your Parrot’s Instincts 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing the prey 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding a high spot 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlocking 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleeping 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVocalizing 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a mess 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlending into the background — Camouflage 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking eye contact 223\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePicking a mate — gender preference in parrots 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Recognizing Normal Companion Parrot Behaviors \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e227\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining Your Parrot’s Most Natural Behavior — Flying 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeading to the Heavens — Climbing 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHanging Out on the Ground — Foraging 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGnawing to His Heart’s Content — Chewing 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying Completely Still — Freezing 230\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChatting Up a Storm — Vocalization 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContact calling 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScreaming 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHissing 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGrowling 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBegging 232\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDifferentiating between Beak Clicking and Clucking 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Clean and Looking Pretty — Preening 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClearing His Ears — Yawning 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHearing Your Parrot — Beak Grinding 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBobbing Up and Down to Say, “I Love You” — Regurgitation 234\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning His Face — Beak Wiping 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Different Tail Behaviors 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExhibiting Breeding Behavior 236\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Annoyed with Their Cage Mate — Bickering 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying Eating Habits 238\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRub a Dub Dub — Bathing 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Nap — Sleeping 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Rid of Dirt and Itches — Scratching 239\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchoo! Bless You — Sneezing 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWarning You to Back Off — Nipping 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReading Body Language 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlapping wings 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrest position 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFluffing and ruffling 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe please dance 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead down 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe attack stance 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStretching 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBowing and bobbing 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHead shaking 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLeaning forward, wings shaking 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuivering wings 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeak language 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePotty language 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChicken scratching 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEye pinning (dilate\/contract pupils) 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWing drooping 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWing flipping 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBlushing 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBack down, feet up 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing When Your Parrot is Training You 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining method 1: Noise 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining method 2: Display 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining method 3: Biting 250\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining method 4: Plucking 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Handling More Than One Bird: Multiple Parrot Households \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e253\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping More Than One Parrot: The Pros and Cons 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe pros 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe cons 255\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInterpreting Different Parrot Interactions 256\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot pals 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot enemies 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRomeo and Romeo 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOne-sided love 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping the peace 259\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFalling in love 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing a New Parrot 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWondering Why Everyone Just Can’t Get Along 261\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Your Relationship 262\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Addressing Behavior: When Good Birds Go Bad\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 263\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring Out the Problem 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding Dominance 264\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeight dominance 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAggression 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocializing One-Person Parrots 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreventing possessiveness 268\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eReversing one person-ness 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing With a Screaming Parrot 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying these strategies for a screaming bird 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStaying away from these remedies for a screamer 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Bad Words and Sounds 273\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Chunk out of You: Biting 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering why birds bite 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResponding after your bird bites you 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaying attention to your bird’s biting body language 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAddressing Fears and Phobias 277\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the causes 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying these tactics with a fearful bird 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentifying and Handling Hormonal Issues 280\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePulling Out Her Plumes — Feather Plucking 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring out why parrots pluck 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping your feathered friend stop plucking 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring Out What’s Bugging Your Bird 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaturity 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eOther birds 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental changes 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCage placement 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTemperature 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoise 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleep 286\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping or Hurting: Why Your Actions Are Important 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHiring a Behavior Consultant 288\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the Last Resort: Rescue and Adoption 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: Taming, Training, and Beyond 291\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Bird Brains: Understanding Parrot Intelligence\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 293\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Closer Look at Mr Smarty Pants er, Feathers 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStudying What Parrots Really Understand 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing Alex the Amazing Grey 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping Your Bird Understand You 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Your Parrot to Converse 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComprehending Why Parrots Talk 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Taming and Training Your Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeginning Training When Your Parrot is Young 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Importance of Socializing Your Parrot 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing how socialization affects a parrot’s quality of life 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocializing your parrot: The how-to 306\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBonding with Your Parrot 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding trust 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the bond: The how-to 309\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePraising Your Bird: Positive Reinforcement Goes a Long Way 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Different Training Strategies 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding your bird’s motivation 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering clicker training 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching the Step-Up Command 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining a tame or semi-tame parrot: The how-to 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing stick training for this command 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhittling down to teach this command 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaming a Bronco Parrot 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisciplining a Parrot 320\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering Some Simple Fun Behaviors You Can Teach 321\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePotty Training Your Parrot: is It Even Possible? 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Your Parrot to Talk 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing what you need to get your bird to talk 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on breeds that are known for talking 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting your bird to stop talking 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with a bird that doesn’t talk 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Taking Your Training to the Next Level: Advanced Techniques \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e329\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Whether Your Bird Learn Advanced Skills 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Started on the Right Foot 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDiscovering your parrot’s favorite treats 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving praise 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing other items you need to begin 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImplementing Preference Training 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncorporating a Target into Your Training 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdding Colors to Your Training Regimen 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDifferentiating between Yes and No 338\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping Your Bird’s Vocabulary 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying Games with Your Parrot 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFocusing on “more” or “less” 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying war 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining How to Count 342\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling Wrong Answers 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Breeding Parrots\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 345\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Heed: A Warning Before You Begin 346\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving Realistic Expectations When Breeding 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRealizing how much time and expense is required 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConsidering the associated risks with breeding 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding homes for the babies 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Started: Breeding with Paired Parrots 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing What Breeding Equipment You Need 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMeeting Nutritional Requirements When Breeding 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding the Breeding Process: A Timeline 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIncubating Eggs When the Parent Parrots Aren’t Interested 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHatching — Time to welcome the new peeper 357\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking your own brooder 358\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Leg Bands — A Bird’s ID Tag 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandfeeding Baby Parrots 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the equipment you need 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing a formula 360\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandfeeding your birds: The how-to 361\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing aware of handfeeding potential problems 362\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWeaning Baby Parrots 366\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eParrot Genetics 101 — Just the Basics 368\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: In the Ring: Showing Your Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 371\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Wary — Words of Warning for Showing 372\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking into Parrot Clubs and Societies 373\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWalking You Through How a Bird Show Works 374\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnowing the Show Standard 375\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLooking at Different Show Equipment 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConditioning Your Bird for a Show 378\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing Your Bird: Show Training 379\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHelping Out at the Show 380\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 6: The Part of Tens 381\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Ten Things All Parrots Should Know\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 383\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstand the Step-Up Command 383\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComprehend Stick Training 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnow Her Carrier 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIdentify Windows and Mirrors 384\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSay Her Name and Phone Number 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognize Her Cage As a Safety Zone 385\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKnow How to Take Medicine 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBe Able to Trust You 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEat Well 386\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstand the Word “No!” 387\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Ten Ways to Entertain Your Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 389\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Him — Food 390\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEntertaining Your Bird — You’re the Star 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStimulating Your Parrot’s Mind — Parrot Toys 391\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTurning on the TV and Some Music 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpending Time Outside — The Great Outdoors 393\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLetting Him Spread His Wings — Flying 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShaking Your Groove Thang — Dancing 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelting at the Top of Your Lungs — Singing 394\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing a Friend — Parrot Pets 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTraining Him Different Tricks 395\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 22: Ten (or So) Tips When Traveling with Your Parrot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 397\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Prepared — Packing Your Parrot’s Suitcase 398\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThinking Safety and Comfort — Bringing the Right Carrier 399\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHitting the Friendly Skies — Traveling by Air 401\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Road Trip — Traveling by Car 402\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping Your Bird Hydrated — Bringing Bottled Water 403\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleeping for the Night — Staying in a Hospitable Hotel 403\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeding Your Bird — Helpful Travel Tips 404\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDealing with an Emergency — Finding an Avian Veterinarian on the Road 404\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelying on Help — Using a Parrot Sitter 405\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 23: Ten Surprises for Parrot Guardians and How to Respond to Them\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 407\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling the Inevitable Mess 407\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Ready for the Noise 408\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeling Guilty 409\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRequiring Constant Supervision 410\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePreparing to Open Your Wallet — The Expense 410\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBonding with You to an Extreme 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing How Funny Parrots Are around Mirrors 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing How Smart Parrots Are 411\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFiguring Out Who Inherits Your Parrot When You Die — Estate Planning 412\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Prepared for the Unexpected — When Your Parrot Dies 413\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 415\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNikki Moustaki\u003c\/b\u003e, MA, MFA, is a renowned avian care and behavior consultant, working with clients to heal strained relationships between themselves and their feathered friends. She has published 24 books on the care and training of exotic birds.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eListen, we need to squawk—about parrots!\u003c\/b\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoosing to bring home a parrot can be one of the most challenging yet rewarding decisions of your life. There’s not a single dull day in the life of a parrot-parent, starting when you purchase or adopt your new companion. This handy book fluffs up your feathers, explaining everything you need to parrot-proof your home, feed and groom your bird, tame and train any species, and understand what your “wild child” is really thinking. 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