What every parrot owner and veterinarian needs to know in order to keep these intelligent and social birds healthy and happy. Information about: their backgrounds,

Nutrition, housing, care, behavior, health, well-being, and specific issues related to parrots as well as guidance on preventing and solving behavioral problems.

It is important to note that depending on the species, parrots may remain in the same family for several generations. The third generation of a family visited the Clinic for Birds where their parrot was documented as having been a part of the family for 99 years. The great-grandfather had taken the adult bird with him from Africa into the Netherlands 99 years ago. This means that the bird was older than 99 years. The same for cockatiels that lived for 35 years and amazons, cockatoos in their 80s.

Every reason to collect information about parrots and contact an avian veterinarian in advance to become knowledgeable before the purchase. Based on solid information about the species, sex, type of company and life expectancy the needs can be determined.

After reading Jan’s previous work, The Kindergarten Teacher’s Secret, I was reminded
of Jan’s international reputation for his expertise in understanding the basics of
proper interaction with birds. Through his deep appreciation of bird psychology,
he has developed skills that can be incorporated by professionals and bird owners
alike that overcome the tragic issues created by importation, cage confinement and
preparation for the pet market. Jan brings that same understanding of bird behavior
to the reader in this new work.

Greg J. Harrison – DVM, DABVP (Avian- retired), Dip Emeritus ECZM (Avian), Founder of and first president of the Association of Avian Veterinarians.