If you think your parrot can’t shoot a basket or bowl a stike, think again! Using the information in The Click That Does the Trick, you’ll be able to train your bird to perform over 30 entertaining tricks, including shooting a basket, bowling, roller-skating, waving, and more. Training your bird is not only entertaining, but it actually helps build a better relationship between the two of you. You’ll spend more time together and come to know and trust each other. And, both you a (more…)

The fact that many birds learn to talk (and know what they’re saying!) is proof that birds are not just a pretty addition to the living room. Bird owners know that their pets have unique personalities and that they demonstrate their thoughts and feelings. This book explains why birds behave the way that they do, how to recognize behaviors that indicate boredom, stress or poor health and how to work with a pet bird to modify undesirable conduct.

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From craving constant attention to creating dust, the Cockatiel is a curious creature. This book factually answers 24 common questions about this remarkable animal in a humorous and entertaining way, so next time Checkers grinds his beak, his owner will know he’s happy and content rather than being alarmed.

About the Author
Nikki Moustaki has worked in aviculture and bird rescue and rehabilitation since 1988. She writes reguarly about birds for Bird Talk, BirdsUSA, and (more…)

In this updated edition of the popular guide to parrot behavior, you’ll learn why your bird does strange things and discover positive techniques for modifying those behaviors. You’ll get information on training and caring for your bird, normal behavior, and species-specific behavior. Don’t let your feathers get ruffled by a headstrong, beakstrong bird. Learn how to develop a mutually rewarding relationship with your parrot.

From the Back Cover
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