Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot (Barron's) - Softcover

Athan, MattieSue

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764136674 ISBN 13: 9780764136672

Verlag: Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S., 2007

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This expanded new edition of a popular parrot-training book explains parrot psychology and discusses the ways in which parrot owners can apply it to solve behavior problems. The author cites the most common problems--screaming, biting, and feather-chewing--and tells how to remedy them. She also stresses the need for periodic reinforcement of desirable parrot behavior traits and advises on many aspects of good parrot care, including proper nutrition and providing the bird with steady companionship. The text is complemented with many attractive and instructive color photos and line art.

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Mattie Sue Athan is a widely respected expert on parrots and their care. She contributes regularly to bird-care periodicals and is also the author of Parrots: A Complete Pet Owner's Manual and co-author of The African Grey Parrot Handbook, both published by B.E.S..

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An expert on parrots and their care explains parrot behavior management and tells you how to use environment and positive reinforcement to prevent and resolve behavior problems. She advises on how to solve the most common problems--screaming, biting, and feather-chewing--and stresses the need for periodic reinforcement of desirable parrot behavior. This expanded new edition tells you what you need to know about virtually every aspect of good parrot care, including proper nutrition and providing the bird with a rich, supportive environment.

Filled with color photos and instructive line art

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Barron's Educational Series Inc.,U.S.
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0764136674
• ISBN 13: 9780764136672
• Einband: Tapa blanda
• Auflage: 3
• Anzahl der Seiten: 144
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Nicht verfügbar