Cockatiel Your Happy Healthy Pet

Name: Cockatiel Your Happy Healthy Pet
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ISBN: 9780471748243

ISBN-10: 0471748242

ISBN-13: 9780471748243

Edition: 2nd 2006 (Revised)

Authors: Julie Rach Mancini

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With a chirpy "voice" and quirky personality, the cockatiel is the most popular companion bird. Cockatiels are not big talkers, but most can whistle. This fun guide will help you from the initial "get acquainted" period throughout your bird's life with information on: Selecting a healthy bird Setting up a healthy and stimulating home Feeding, grooming, and veterinary care The unique behaviors of cockatiels Getting small children and cockatiels to coexist peacefully Teaching your bird to do tricks With their amusing antics, cockatiels provide live entertainment and a welcome release from everyday stress. You provide proper care, and they'll provide great companionship for years!

Book details

List price: $30.99
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/1/2006
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 128
Size: 5.48" wide x 8.56" long x 0.53" tall
Weight: 0.660
Language: English




The World of the Cockatiel



What Is a Cockatiel?


Cockatiel Basics


Why Choose a Bird?


Cockatiels and Children



The Cockatiel's History


The Cockatiel's Background


How the Cockatiel Got Her Name



Choosing Your Cockatiel


Where to Get Your Cockatiel


Selecting Your Cockatiel


Signs of Good Health


Bringing Your Cockatiel Home



Caring for Your Cockatiel



Home Sweet Home


Choosing a Cage


What to Put in the Cage Tray


Location, Location


Setting up the Cage


More to Buy



Everyday Care


Be Alert to Health Problems


Cleaning the Cage


Seasonal Needs


Household Hazards


Nasty Fumes


Other Pets



Feeding Your Cockatiel


Nutrition Requirements


Water


Foods to Avoid


What About Grit?


The Pelleted Diet Option



Grooming Your Cockatiel


Bathing


Nail Care


Wing Trimming


Molting


Wing Trimming Step by Step


If Your Bird Escapes


Are Mite Protectors Necessary?



Keeping Your Cockatiel Healthy


Avian Anatomy


Feathers


Avian Senses


Cockatiel Health Care


Cockatiel Health Concerns


Signs of Illness


Cockatiel First Aid


Your Cockatiel's First Aid Kit


Can You Catch Avian Flu from Your Bird?


Medicating Your Cockatiel


Caring for Older Birds



Enjoying Your Cockatiel



Understanding Your Cockatiel


Common Cockatiel Behaviors


Learn to Read a Cockatiel's Crest


Stress



Having Fun with Your Cockatiel


Taming Your Cockatiel


Toilet Training


Naughty Cockatiels


Will My Cockatiel Talk?


The Trick to Training


Tricks to Teach Your Cockatiel


Traveling with Your Bird


Appendix: Learning More About Your Cockatiel


Some Good Books


Magazines


Online Resources


Index