Nikki Moustaki se zaměřuje na téma zvířat ve svém psaní. Její díla zkoumají vztah mezi lidmi a tvory, které si vybírají pro společnost, zejména exotické ptactvo. Prostřednictvím svého psaní zkoumá nejen péči a výcvik těchto zvířat, ale také hlubší spojení, které s nimi lidé navazují. Její přístup je zároveň informativní i introspektivní.
Affectionate and outgoing, many conure species make wonderful companions for first-time owners as well as experienced ones. This work introduces the reader to the joys and personalities of these beautiful birds, and also covers housing, nutrition, training and more.
Tweet, tweet, parakeet! Your one-stop resource when you're ready to bring home a budgie There are lots of perks to owning a parakeet (also known as a budgie). This book introduces you to your beautiful budgie buddy and prepares you to give that bird a home that other avian companions will envy. Perfect for first-time bird owners and seasoned bird parents, Parakeets For Dummies offers expert advice on adopting a parakeet and introducing it to other fur or feathered babies you might have. You'll also discover the best way to groom and train your parakeet and learn how to teach it to talk. And when your feathered friend appears to be under the weather, you can turn to this book to identify the symptoms of illness and know what to look for when choosing a vet for your pet. Discover whether a parakeet is a good fit for your family, including any existing birds and other pets Construct a comfortable enclosure and prep your home so your bird can play safely Protect your parakeet from common dangers and avoidable illnesses Feed your parakeet a healthy and varied diet to ensure a long and healthy life This helpful handbook contains the latest tips and tools for parakeet care so your new family member will feel right at home right away.
Friendly advice on proper finch care Of all the birds kept as pets-16. 5 million in American homes-none are as widely diversified as finches, which hail from nearly every corner of the globe.
This completely revised edition of the best-selling Taming and Training Cockatiels provides the information that all cockatiel owners should have to choose, care for, tame, and train the perfect companion cockatiel. The book covers basic topics such as feeding, housing, health care, in addition to step-by-step instructions for training basic commands and more advanced tricks. Includes helpful advice on dealing with problem behaviors and socialization.
Key elements and ideas from classic literature are explored in this series of CliffsNotes study guides. The latest editions enhance the traditional format with glossaries and visual elements, providing a comprehensive understanding of the texts for readers and students alike.
Repeat after me: Parrots aren’t just for pirates! While parrots have a historical reputation for being a pirate's best friend, in the modern-day U.S.—where birds are the nation’s third most popular household pet-thousands of landlubbers are in on the act! And that’s not surprising—parrots are as affectionate, friendly, and fun to be with as a dog or cat. They are also relatively low-maintenance, with no rude 5 a.m. awakenings with demands for food or punishing walks. Renowned avian care and behavior consultant Nikki Moustaki is your friendly guide to the colorful world of this intelligent and chatty pet. In this book, you'll be introduced to the vibrant diversity of the parrot world, which covers a wide variety of Psittacidae family members, including macaws, cockatiels, and parakeets. You'll also learn the best ways to choose, care for, and love your resplendently feathered companion. Pick your perfect parrot Devour the latest on nutrition Tame and train Make the perfect home Whether you're just setting out in the parrot world or are a seasoned voyager on the parrot-y seas, this 2nd edition of Parrots For Dummies has something for you and your pet—and will repay the hard-won pirate gold you spent on it a thousand times over!