Email Newsletter 10/09/2011
It’s said in the veterinary community that the volume of knowledge with regards to parrots is doubling every five years.
Yet day after day we hear the same refrain “my bird bit me”. We’re not behaviorists. If you’re looking for a bird behaviorist look at Scott Robbins seen in the first video (left) below.
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The Polite Parrot was established in 1996 after 12 years of working with birds. My experience has mostly been hands on working with unwanted, abused and behaviorally challenged birds.
Can the Feather Tether® be used with an older bird?
Yes, however, if you are working with an older or difficult bird you may need to follow a few more helpful hints.
For example, just like training a dog, a bird may pay better attention if you try using the harness during a time when she is hungry and you can use its favorite food or treats to help distract her.