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Teaching Your Bird to Talk

By: Diane Grindol,Tom Roudybush

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From two noted experts-the first in-depth book on teaching your bird to talk Teaching a bird to talk isn't as difficult as it may seem. In this easy-to-follow guide, avian experts Diane Grindol and Tom Roudybush reveal how you can communicate with your parrot far beyond "hello" and, in turn, understand what your bird is trying to communicate to you. Teaching Your Bird to Talk compiles an impressive amount of background, training, and research regarding bird vocalizations, walking you step by step through the behavioral mechanics of training parrots to talk (as well as starlings, mynahs, and other birds). Whether you want your bird to mimic words, talk on cue, or have some understanding of what you are saying, this guide shows you the type of training you need to do with your bird. The book also takes a close look at the work of Dr. Irene Pepperberg-the world's foremost authority in the field of parrot intelligence and trainer of Alex the African Grey Parrot. * Identifies which species of bird are likely to talk and which aren't * Explores field research on regional languages and dialects of parrots in the wild * Features true stories from owners of talking birds * Explains how to handle problems with vocal parrots, such as screaming and using inappropriate language * Offers tips on feeding and housing birds, and finding an avian veterinarian

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283

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Turner Publishing Company

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ISBN 10

0470326220

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9780470326220

Parrot Tricks

Teaching Parrots with Positive Reinforcement

By: Tani Robar,Diane Grindol

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Parrot Tricks

Teaching Parrots with Positive Reinforcement

By: Tani Robar,Diane Grindol

KEEP YOUR PARROT STIMULATED AND ACTIVE, AND HE WILL KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED! By nature, parrots are inquisitive, intelligent, and social animals. You can capitalize on these characteristics and obedience train your bird, teaching him behaviors that will make your life and his more enjoyable--behaviors such as stepping on your hand or wrist on command, and going to a designated perch. Then you can progress to teach him all kinds of tricks. He'll love the attention, communication, and socialization. From the essential basics of obedience training to awesome tricks that will amuse and amaze your friends, Parrot Tricks covers: * Techniques to use during the "get acquainted" period * Setting up a training area and using food as a training tool * Training basics such as targeting, luring, and using cues * Necessary obedience skills such as step up, come, perch, and stay * The basic retrieve command, the foundation of many tricks * Simple tricks such as shake hands, high five, kiss, and take a bow * Tricks based on the retrieve command, including basketball, ring on the peg, and stacking cups * Advanced tricks such as pulling a wagon, pushing a grocery cart, raising a flag, and riding a skateboard * Innovative tricks that showcase your bird's natural abilities * Chaining tricks, such as recycling and going to the mailbox * Verbalizations and talking using the Rival/Model Method or the Positive Reward Method * Directions for making simple props With this book, patience, and practice, you'll build your understanding of and relationship with your bird as you build a repertoire of tricks. You can get your parrot to jump through hoops for you--literally!

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351

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Turner Publishing Company

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ISBN 10

0470893826

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9780470893821

Horseku

Haiku Poetry

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

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Horseku

Haiku Poetry

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

A gift book for the horse lover. Spare but lovely Japanese haiku poems accompanied by beautiful photos of horses explore being a horse, loving a horse and wishing for a horse. One section even acknowledges beloved horse books.

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112

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Aries Publications

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ISBN 10

1453619003

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9781453619001

Resku

A Celebration of the Rescued Dog and Those Who Rescue

By: Diane Grindol,Ginny Tata-Phillips

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Resku

A Celebration of the Rescued Dog and Those Who Rescue

By: Diane Grindol,Ginny Tata-Phillips

A book of haiku poems and accompanying photos that celebrate the rescued dog and those who rescue dogs.

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116

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Aries Publications

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ISBN 10

1448657008

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9781448657001

Dogku

Dog Haiku Poems

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

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Dogku

Dog Haiku Poems

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

A delightful gift book for the dog owner and dog lover. You'll laugh and cry as you savor the haiku poems and beautiful accompanying photos. The haiku in "Dogku" explore in an entertaining way being a dog, having a dog and loving dogs. There's a nod to service dogs and you'll relate to many of the canine situations and the pups portrayed in this book. The authors are both pet sitters and dog lovers. Ginny and Diane put their heart and soul into this book, and you'll quickly feel that as you read over the poems.

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110

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Aries Publications

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1451542941

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9781451542943

Catku

Cat Haiku Poems

By: Diane Grindol

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Catku

Cat Haiku Poems

By: Diane Grindol

A gift book or self-indulgence for the cat lover. Catku is loaded with spare Japanese three-line haiku poems about cats, living with cats, catty ways and what a cat would say if it talked. Then there is special mention of special cats, including Jello, a therapy cat to whom this book is dedicated. Each poem is illustrated by a photograph. Cats, cats cats throughout. You'll laugh, cry and nod in agreement. Get this book today.

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Aries Publications

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ISBN 10

1453845682

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9781453845684

The Canary

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

By: Diane Grindol

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The Canary

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

By: Diane Grindol

The pet bird population continues to rise and bird fanciers love canaries. As clearly demonstrated by Tweetie, canaries are fun–but they're also beautiful birds that are available in a variety of stunning colors. This book will provide new canary owners with everything they need to know to properly house, feed and maintain the health of their bird.

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133

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Turner Publishing Company

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ISBN 10

0470253061

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9780470253069

Birds Off the Perch

Therapy and Training for Your Pet Bird

By: Larry Lachman,Diane Grindol,Frank Kocher

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Birds Off the Perch

Therapy and Training for Your Pet Bird

By: Larry Lachman,Diane Grindol,Frank Kocher

You love your pet bird, even when he misbehaves, but how can you train him with compassion? Birds off the Perch proves that rewarding good behavior is kinder and more effective than traditional discipline through punishment. This revolutionary approach combines the expertise of an animal behaviorist, a companion parrot consultant and a veterinarian who use "family therapy techniques" -- such as learning to respect the bird's boundaries and viewing sibling rivalry in a broad, environmental context -- to help you change the mischievous behavior of domesticated birds, including: • Biting or aggression • Screaming • Sibling/bird rivalry • Jealousy toward its human flock members, and • Feather plucking With additional chapters on choosing the right species for your family, breeding behavior and the appropriate medical care for your bird, Birds off the Perch is the only guide you'll need to keep your pet birds healthy and happy.

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226

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Simon and Schuster

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ISBN 10

1416584692

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9781416584698

Cockatiels For Dummies

By: Diane Grindol

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Cockatiels For Dummies

By: Diane Grindol

Natural-born charmers, cockatiels are small colorful parrots native to the Australian desert. When raised by people, they’re usually calm and cuddly and have an inquisitive, adventurous disposition. Cockatiels are just large enough to be handled easily, but they’re not so big that they require a great deal of space in your home. And while the cockatiel’s gentle nature and captivating personality encourage you to form close and lasting relationships with them, taking one into your life brings with it a host of specific requirements and responsibilities that you really need to be aware of before you take the leap into being a cockatiel owner. Written by a leading national expert on companion birds and a lifelong cockatiel owner and breeder, Cockatiels For Dummies is your total guide to adopting, caring for, and forming a loving relationship with one or more of these diminutive parrots. It gets you up to speed on how to: Decide if a cockatiel is right for you and your family Select a healthy cockatiel Provide a suitable indoor environment Supply a satisfying and nutritious diet for your pet Train your cockatiel Communicate with your bird through body language Interpret your bird’s moods Breed cockatiels for fun and profit Author Diane Grindol provides loads of sensible, easy-to-follow advice along with fun facts, trivia, amusing and informative anecdotes, and tips on how to have a great time with your feathered friend. Among other important topics, she fills you in on what you need to know about: The pros and cons of pet stores versus breeders when choosing a cockatiel Assessing a bird’s health and disposition and getting a health guarantee Feeding, grooming, caring for, and socializing your pet Exercising your cockatiel Training your bird to be a great companion Keeping your little pal happy and healthy for life A fun guide for you and your cockatiel, Cockatiels For Dummies is the only book you’ll need to help you have the best possible experience with this smart, perky, incredibly loveable avian breed.

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For Dummies

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0764553119

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9780764553110

The Canary

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

By: Diane Grindol

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The Canary

An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet

By: Diane Grindol

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Turner Publishing Company

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0470253061

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Dogku

Dog Haiku Poems

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

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Dog Haiku Poems

By: Ginny Tata-Phillips,Diane Grindol

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Aries Publications

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1451542941

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Cockatiels For Dummies

By: Diane Grindol

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By: Diane Grindol

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Birds Off the Perch

Therapy and Training for Your Pet Bird

By: Larry Lachman,Diane Grindol,Frank Kocher

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Therapy and Training for Your Pet Bird

By: Larry Lachman,Diane Grindol,Frank Kocher

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Simon and Schuster

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1416584692

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Teaching Your Bird to Talk

By: Diane Grindol,Tom Roudybush

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Teaching Your Bird to Talk

By: Diane Grindol,Tom Roudybush

Questions about teaching birds to speak pop up more often in bird magazines than any other type of training question. The answers are here. The book covers the underpinnings of bird behavior and speech; a variety of training methods and which kinds of birds they work best for; troubleshooting and problem solving; and the intelligence of birds and how it relates to their use of language.

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Howell Book House

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158245065X

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Teaching Your Bird to Talk

Teaching Your Bird to Talk

Parrot Tricks

Parrot Tricks

Horseku

Horseku

Resku

Resku

Dogku

Dogku

Catku

Catku

The Canary

The Canary

Birds Off the Perch

Birds Off the Perch

Cockatiels For Dummies

Cockatiels For Dummies

The Canary

The Canary

Dogku

Dogku

Cockatiels For Dummies

Cockatiels For Dummies

Birds Off the Perch

Birds Off the Perch

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Teaching Your Bird to Talk

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Teaching Your Bird to Talk

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