Manual Of Parrot Behavior

Author : Andrew Luescher
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2008-01-09
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780470344354

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Manual of Parrot Behavior by Andrew Luescher Pdf

This authoritative reference, the first of its kind, is a necessary addition to the library of any practitioner or behaviorist who sees avain companion animals. Because of their beauty, intelligence, playfulness and ability in mimicry, parrots are the most widely kept companion birds. It is estimated that more than half of the psittacine cases presented to clinicians are the result of behavioral problems-problems inherent to captivity. Bringing together a host of international experts on avian behavior, Manual of Parrot Behavior explores the many facets of psittacine behavior, both normal and abnormal. The book not only provides readers with a solid understanding of the basic principles of psittacine behavior but also offers useful techniques of diagnosis and treatment for specific problems. Covers both normal and abnormal parrot behavior Offers practical techniques on diagnosis and treatment of behavior problems Written by a team of international experts on avian behavior A necessary addition to the library of any practitioner of behaviorist who sees avian companion animals

Author : Mattie Sue Athan
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0764110306

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Guide to a Well-behaved Parrot by Mattie Sue Athan Pdf

wners can overcome parrot problems such as screaming, biting, and feather chewing with this invaluable reference. Here too is expert information on feeding, bathing, communicating, proper equipment, plus safe interactions with children and other pets. Twenty-eight full-color photos and line drawings.

Author : Barbara Heidenreich
Publisher : TFH Publications
Page : 200 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Parrots
ISBN : CORNELL:31924105519908

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The Parrot Problem Solver by Barbara Heidenreich Pdf

When not properly trained and socialized, parrots are prone to developing behavioral problems, including aggression and self-mutilation. Many parrot owners face these problems and need guidance on how to solve them. This book offers practical advice on how to understand, prevent, and correct aggressive beavhior in parrots.

Author : Bonnie Munro Doane,Thomas Qualkinbush
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 347 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2008-04-21
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470331132

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My Parrot, My Friend by Bonnie Munro Doane,Thomas Qualkinbush Pdf

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.

Author : Mattie Sue Athan
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Monk parakeet
ISBN : 0764136682

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Guide to the Quaker Parrot by Mattie Sue Athan Pdf

(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.

Author : Mattie Sue Athan
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Animal rescue
ISBN : OCLC:1036856040

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The Second-hand Parrot by Mattie Sue Athan Pdf

Author : Sally Blanchard
Publisher : PBIC Incorporated
Page : 250 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Education
ISBN : CORNELL:31924097772556

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Sally Blanchard's Companion Parrot Handbook by Sally Blanchard Pdf

Author : Bonnie Munro Doane
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 173 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2007-07-17
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470231159

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Parrot Training by Bonnie Munro Doane Pdf

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"

Author : Mattie Sue Athan
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Parrots
ISBN : 0764142135

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Guide to Companion Parrot Behavior by Mattie Sue Athan Pdf

Whether you already own a companion parrot or plan to acquire one, you'll value Athan's helpful information on everyday care and advice on dealing with potential problems.

Author : Tani Robar,Diane Grindol
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 351 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2010-06-04
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9780470893821

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Parrot Tricks by Tani Robar,Diane Grindol Pdf

KEEP YOUR PARROT STIMULATED AND ACTIVE, AND HE WILL KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED! By nature, parrots are inquisitive, intelligent, and social animals. You can capitalize on these characteristics and obedience train your bird, teaching him behaviors that will make your life and his more enjoyable--behaviors such as stepping on your hand or wrist on command, and going to a designated perch. Then you can progress to teach him all kinds of tricks. He'll love the attention, communication, and socialization. From the essential basics of obedience training to awesome tricks that will amuse and amaze your friends, Parrot Tricks covers: * Techniques to use during the "get acquainted" period * Setting up a training area and using food as a training tool * Training basics such as targeting, luring, and using cues * Necessary obedience skills such as step up, come, perch, and stay * The basic retrieve command, the foundation of many tricks * Simple tricks such as shake hands, high five, kiss, and take a bow * Tricks based on the retrieve command, including basketball, ring on the peg, and stacking cups * Advanced tricks such as pulling a wagon, pushing a grocery cart, raising a flag, and riding a skateboard * Innovative tricks that showcase your bird's natural abilities * Chaining tricks, such as recycling and going to the mailbox * Verbalizations and talking using the Rival/Model Method or the Positive Reward Method * Directions for making simple props With this book, patience, and practice, you'll build your understanding of and relationship with your bird as you build a repertoire of tricks. You can get your parrot to jump through hoops for you--literally!

Author : Mattie Sue Athan,Dianalee Deter
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : African gray parrot
ISBN : 0764141406

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The African Grey Parrot Handbook by Mattie Sue Athan,Dianalee Deter Pdf

A comprehensive guide to keeping an African grey parrot as a pet that covers selection, nutrition, health care, training, grooming, behavioral issues, breeding, flyaways, and other related topics.

Author : James Yeates
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 517 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-02-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781118688793

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Companion Animal Care and Welfare by James Yeates Pdf

Companion Animal Care and Welfare: The UFAW Companion Animal Handbook presents a comprehensive, accessible and practical reference for all parties seeking information about the proper care of companion animals. Identifies the needs of companion animals, explains how we know these needs, and gives scientifically-backed advice on how to meet these needs Promotes the most humane treatment and best possible care of our companion animals Addresses controversial issues such as selective breeding, companion animal showing, the keeping of exotic species, and the international pet trade Covers the husbandry and care of all major companion animal species, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians

Author : Indranil Samanta,Samiran Bandyopadhyay
Publisher : Springer
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2017-02-24
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789811036743

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Pet bird diseases and care by Indranil Samanta,Samiran Bandyopadhyay Pdf

This book provides fundamental information on pet birds, menaces, and advances made in the diagnosis and treatment of menaces. It is the only book covering all species of pet birds, menaces and their individual management. The handful of related books available worldwide are largely outdated and focus on a single species or breed of pet bird. The book encompasses the history of bird keeping, common breeds of birds, their nutritional requirements, list of zoonotic diseases transmitted by birds and guideline for their prevention. It covers infectious, non-infectious clinical and metabolic diseases, and toxicity in detail with a special focus on the history of diseases, etiology, affected hosts, pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis and treatment. Separate chapters detail relevant diagnostic techniques, management and care practices, including updated information. The book offers an invaluable guide for students and teachers in the field of (avian) veterinary medicine, scientists/research scholars working in related fields, and avian medicine practitioners, as well as all those progressive bird owners who want to know the basics of their care and management.

Author : Margaret T. Wright,Maggie Wright
Publisher : B.E.S. Publishing
Page : 95 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-11
Category : Pets
ISBN : 0764147412

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African Grey Parrots by Margaret T. Wright,Maggie Wright Pdf

Wright gives you information and advice to help you take care of your African grey parrot, from selection to health and activities.

Author : Alan Bond,Judy Diamond
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2019-07-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226248783

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Thinking Like a Parrot by Alan Bond,Judy Diamond Pdf

People form enduring emotional bonds with other animal species, such as dogs, cats, and horses. For the most part, these are domesticated animals, with one notable exception: many people form close and supportive relationships with parrots, even though these amusing and curious birds remain thoroughly wild creatures. What enables this unique group of animals to form social bonds with people, and what does this mean for their survival? In Thinking like a Parrot, Alan B. Bond and Judy Diamond look beyond much of the standard work on captive parrots to the mischievous, inquisitive, and astonishingly vocal parrots of the wild. Focusing on the psychology and ecology of wild parrots, Bond and Diamond document their distinctive social behavior, sophisticated cognition, and extraordinary vocal abilities. Also included are short vignettes—field notes on the natural history and behavior of both rare and widely distributed species, from the neotropical crimson-fronted parakeet to New Zealand’s flightless, ground-dwelling kākāpō. This composite approach makes clear that the behavior of captive parrots is grounded in the birds’ wild ecology and evolution, revealing that parrots’ ability to bond with people is an evolutionary accident, a by-product of the intense sociality and flexible behavior that characterize their lives. Despite their adaptability and intelligence, however, nearly all large parrot species are rare, threatened, or endangered. To successfully manage and restore these wild populations, Bond and Diamond argue, we must develop a fuller understanding of their biology and the complex set of ecological and behavioral traits that has led to their vulnerability. Spanning the global distribution of parrot species, Thinking like a Parrot is rich with surprising insights into parrot intelligence, flexibility, and—even in the face of threats—resilience.