Parrot Companion: Caring for Parrots, Macaws, Budgies, Cockatiels and More »

Rosemary Low is the author of more than 20 books and a cofounder of the World Parrot Trust, which advocates against the trade of wild-caught parrots. She lives in England.

A well-illustrated guide to caring for 25 of the most common breeds of parrots with a focus on choosing the right bird and keeping it healthy. Includes principal characteristics of each breed, tips on training, equipment, nutrition and grooming.

1. Parrots as pets
   
   A look at some of the hightlights and pitfalls of owning a parrot and the responsibilities involved.
   
2. Which species is right for you?
   
   A highlight of the range of popular genera and species with a focus on their respective characteristics and specific care requirements
   
3. What you need and where to buy it
   
   A focus on the supplies need to look after a parrot and the process involved in identifying and purchasing one.
   
4. Your parrot as a family member
   
   A guide to integrating a parrot into your household with tips on creating the ideal environment for it, and a discussion on socialization.
   
5. Behavior: how to avoid problems
   
   An analysis of some problems, such as screaming, biting, and feather plucking, with guidelines on how to manage them.
   
6. Basic training
   
   An introduction to establishing your parrots basic behavioral ground rules, with a feature on step-by-step training procedures.
   
7. Feeding for health and longevity
   
   Understanding the influence of diet on the health and longevity of parrots, and their specific nutritional needs.
   
8. Health and beauty
   
   A look at common diseases in parrots, the maintenance of their nails, feathers, and beaks, and their health requirements as they age.
   
9. Rehoming your parrot
   
   A review of the procedures involved in relocating your parrot and what options owners have in this unlikely event.
   

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