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		<title>How Many Toes Does A Parrot Have?</title>
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<br /><B><b>Parrot</b> Toes and Toys</B>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Parrots come in many colors: gray, brown, red, green, yellow, blue, white, black, and various shades of all of those. Parrots can be very small, 4 inches (10 centimeters)  or very large, 40 (100 centimeters). Some parrots learn to talk well, while others never talk at all.</p>
<p>There are certain things, though, that all parrots have in common. They all like to live in warm places, for one thing. In addition, consider the following four similarities.</p>
<p>1. Beak: Every parrot has a curved, hooked beak. The beak is very strong, and able to inflict a deep wound. Its primary purpose, though, is to crack open strong nut shells or tear apart other food. A parrot uses its bill for transportation at times, too, pulling itself to a higher branch or perch with the strong bill.</p>
<p>2. Body: Every parrot has an upright body. Most birds, by comparison, have a horizontal body. Parrots bodies are upright like humans.</p>
<p>3. Legs: Parrots have 2 short legs.</p>
<p>4. Toes: How many toes does a parrot have? All parrots have 4 toes on each foot. Parrot toes are zygodactyl. That means the first and fourth toes are turned backward. The second and third toes turn forward. Song birds also have 4 toes, but they have 3 toes forward and 1 toe backward. </p>
<p><B>Useful Parrot Toes</B></p>
<p>Parrot toes make for awkward walking, but they are very useful tools. Parrots can use the 2-forward, 2-backward combination as humans use a thumb and finger, grasping objects tightly between back and front toes. </p>
<p>The 4 parrot toes produce a foot pattern that lets them grasp branches and move along a branch. Progress is always sideways in slow, deliberate steps.</p>
<p>The 4 parrot toes also enable a parrot to grasp food in its foot. Using its 2 front toes and 1 of the back toes, it holds the food tightly as it bites off pieces with its beak. A parrot usually holds the perch with its right foot, and lifts food to its mouth with the left foot.</p>
<p>Parrot toes are useful for tricks, too. Many parrots delight in showing off for your praise by dangling upside down from a perch or the ceiling of their cage, often by only 1 toe! In the wild, this trick helps them reach food.</p>
<p><B>Parrot Toes in Training</B></p>
<p>The first step in training a parrot is to acquaint the parrot with your touch. Its 8 parrot toes can be your bridge to success in this. Gently touch those parrot toes for a moment, and then withdraw your hand. Wait a few second, and then reach into the cage to touch the toes again. Let your parrot see that nothing bad happens when you touch its toes. When it accepts this touch, move on to touch its legs, and work your way up the parrot. Be sure other family members also touch the bird frequently so it does not become a one-person parrot.</p>
<p>When you are ready to finger train your bird, those parrot toes will again be important. Choose the evening, when your parrot has eaten and is less lively. In a quiet room, open the cage door slowly, and put your index finger into the cage. Slowly touch the parrots abdomen and it will hop onto your finger, clinging with its toes to maintain balance. Do not remove it from the cage the first few days. Simply repeat your finger training. When it is at ease with the action, slowly pull your finger with the parrot on it toward the cage door where you have placed a treat. With patience, your parrot will soon respond to a Step Up command and get on your finger when asked.</p>
<p>Always remember that a parrot will never step down  only up. Always hold your finger or a perch above the parrots toes.</p>
<p>A clever trick that is quickly learned by a parrot is a cute wave of those 4 parrot toes. You can also teach it to put its foot to its beak on command.  </p>
<p><B>Parrot Toes and Toys</B></p>
<p>It is important to keep parrot toes busy and exercised. Parrot foot toys are an answer that provides entertainment as well as exercise. Parrot foot toys are small enough for a parrot to hold with its foot. The parrot will then chew the toy, getting great enjoyment out of its destruction!</p>
<p>How Many Toes Does a Parrot Have? Exactly the right number to walk, climb trees, move along branches, eat food, learn tricks, and play.</p>
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		<title>Why Parrots Stop Talking</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 17 Apr 2011 20:36:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<br /><B>What to Do When <b>Parrots</b> Stop Talking</B>
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<br />There are several things you can do to encourage a talking <b>parrot</b> that has stopped talking. ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Why parrots stop talking is not always the problem. Some people long for their parrots to stop talking, simply because they talk incessantly once they have learned a few phrases. Parrots are very sociable, and want to communicate with other members of their &#8220;flock&#8221;  which means the people with whom they live. So a talking parrot is probably more common.</p>
<p>There are times, however, when parrots stop talking, and then the worried owner wants to know why parrots stop talking.</p>
<p><B>Reasons Why Parrots Stop Talking</B></p>
<p>There are several reasons why parrots stop talking. We cannot give a complete list here, but one of the following may apply to your parrot.</p>
<p>1. Some talking parrots stop talking for a few days when they arrive in a new home. They are adjusting to the change. They find themselves suddenly with a new &#8220;flock&#8221; in a new environment. Even a talking parrot will take time to sort things out in its mind before it feels comfortable.</p>
<p>2. Sometimes talking parrots stop talking when they are feeling ill. If your parrot has been talking, and stops with no apparent reason, consider health issues. You may need to take it to an avian veterinarian.</p>
<p>3. Talking parrots will &#8220;pout&#8221; and stop talking when they are unhappy with a change you have made. It may be you have moved the furniture in the room where the parrot spends most of its time. Maybe you are wearing an article of clothing the parrot does not like.</p>
<p>4. Another reason talking parrots may stop talking is the introduction of a new family member, either human or another pet. The parrot must work through the change, and stops talking while adjusting.</p>
<p>5. Sometimes a talking parrot has been frightened, perhaps by a prey animal. The animal may be outside, but visible from the parrot&#8217;s cage.</p>
<p>6. Finally, a talking parrot may stop talking if it becomes bored with its own chatter, and hears few words from you. Remember that your parrot talks to communicate with you. It is in a &#8220;foreign&#8221; land, away from those that speak its language, and is trying to learn your language to communicate. </p>
<p><B>What to Do When Parrots Stop Talking</B></p>
<p>There are several things you can do to encourage a talking parrot that has stopped talking. </p>
<p>If your talking parrot is in new surroundings, make it as comfortable as possible. Give it time to adjust, but while it&#8217;s adjusting, talk to it gently and frequently. As soon as it decides the new surroundings are safe, it will probably begin talking again.</p>
<p>If you suspect your talking parrot&#8217;s sudden silence is an early sign of illness, look at its eyes and feathers. If you detect dullness in either, you may need to have an avian (bird) veterinarian check your parrot.</p>
<p>Sometimes the answer is as simple as finding a change you have made in the previous few days or week. Did you move a vase that used to reflect the light? Did you move the parrot&#8217;s cage a few feet one way or another? Try to remember what may have changed and put it back the way it was. Your talking parrot may quickly speak up to thank you. </p>
<p>Check for predators, even though you know they cannot reach the parrot. A large, predatory bird flying past the window, or sitting in a tree outside can be the reason a talking parrot stops talking.</p>
<p>The best solution to helping a talking parrot find its tongue is to spend more time talking to and around the bird. Take it into other rooms with you and the family so it will feel like being a part of the conversation.</p>
<p>Talk to your bird as much as you would talk to a family member or very good friend, and before long, it should begin talking again.</p>
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		<title>Parrots Of The World</title>
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<br /><b>Life Expectancy</b>
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<br />People who purchase a <b>parrot</b>, purchase a commitment that is likely to continue throughout their lives and beyond. Most <b>parrot</b> owners are already 20  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many parrots of the world have become popular as house pets. To some new owners, their particular parrot is the most beautiful. To other new owners, all the parrots of the world are gorgeous, with flashing colors of red, blue, green, and yellow.</p>
<p>Most of the parrots of the world come from warm climates such as West Africa, India, Southeast Asia, Australasia, South and Central America.</p>
<p><b>Parrot Families</b></p>
<p>All parrots of the world belong to the order Psittaciformes. In that order there are two different families: Cacatuidas and Psittacidae. Cockatoos belong in the first family, while the second includes all the true parrots of the world. </p>
<p>Each family of parrots has subfamilies within it, and subspecies within that. Macaws, for example, belong to the Psittacidae family. Macaws are a subfamily group. Among macaws, there are at least 17 members:</p>
<p>* Hyacinth<br />
<br />* Glaucous Macaw<br />
<br />* Lear&#8217;s Macaw<br />
<br />* Spix&#8217;s Macaw<br />
<br />* Blue and Yellow Macaw, or Blue and Gold Macaw<br />
<br />* Caninde Macaw<br />
<br />* Military Macaw<br />
<br />* Buffon&#8217;s Macaw<br />
<br />* Scarlet Macaw<br />
<br />* Green-winged Macaw<br />
<br />* Red-fronted Macaw<br />
<br />* Yellow-collared Macaw<br />
<br />* Chestnut-fronted Macaw, or Severe Macaw<br />
<br />* Red-bellied Macaw<br />
<br />* Illiger&#8217;s Macaw<br />
<br />* Blue-headed Macaw<br />
<br />* Red-shouldered Macaw </p>
<p><b>Most Popular</b>	</p>
<p>People differ in their opinions of which parrots are more well-liked. Some look at the trendy parrots. Others consider the most prevalent in the pet stores. Some speak of which is more popular in this country or that, but of all the parrots of the world, the 5 most often dubbed popular are these.</p>
<p>1. Parakeets: The common Parakeet, Budgerigar to be more precise, is from Australia, and is often chosen as a pet for children or those who are beginners at bird care, partly due to its low price. Colorful little Budgies are hardy, require little space, and are much lower maintenance than larger birds. They are very intelligent, and although content to whistle or sing quietly, some do learn a few words. The name Budgerigar comes from the Australian Aboriginal name for the parrot. It means good eating but most Budgie owners would be horrified to hear you say so. Among the many parrots of the world, this is probably the least expensive in both initial and upkeep costs.</p>
<p>2. Cockatiels: Another Australian species, these medium sized parrots are known for sophisticated whistling and singing. While they can be taught to speak, many people find that the birds would rather whistle, and mimic random sounds, such as a ringing cell phone. A disadvantage to the cockatiel is that it uses a powdery substance to keep its wings water-proof, so owners often find their fingers dusty after handling the bird. </p>
<p>3. Sun Conures: Among the parrots of the world, Sun Conures are one of the brightest. Their plumage is red, orange, yellow, blue, and green. Sun Conures have been known to talk well, but beware! These parrots often screech and scream rather than talk. Their 12 inch length means they will require a smaller cage than larger parrots, but you and your family may require earplugs. If you train your Sunnie to lower its voice, you will enjoy its antics, as these parrots tend to be playful.</p>
<p>4. Parrotlets: Parrotlets, especially Pacific Parrotlets, are one of the smallest known parrots of the world  about 4 inches in length! They are also one of the most pernicious and spunky of all the parrots of the world. These tiny parrots learn to talk in a voice that sounds like that of a robot. This tiny voice, their size, and the fact that they do not scream, make them ideal for those who need a quiet companion.</p>
<p>5. African Greys: African Grey Parrots are probably the most intelligent of the parrots of the world, and indeed, of all birds. These parrots are not as colorful as some. They are mainly grey, as the name implies. They do have a bright red or maroon tail, though, depending on the subspecies. African Greys excel at mimicry, sometimes learning as many as 1-2000 words. They learn other sounds, too, and may quickly learn to imitate a jet engine if you walk through an airport with them. Among the many parrots of the world, these may be the most demanding. Just like your toddler, these birds get bored and want their owners to provide entertainment. If you are looking for an intellectual, loyal, and affectionate parrot, the African Grey is probably a good choice.</p>
<p><b>How Many Different Parrots Are There?</b></p>
<p>All told, parrots of the world number more than 350 different species and subspecies! Due to loss of habitat, climate changes, hunting, and the trade in live birds as pets, some parrots have become extinct. Others are listed as threatened, or are on the endangered species list.</p>
<p><b>Life Expectancy</b></p>
<p>People who purchase a parrot, purchase a commitment that is likely to continue throughout their lives and beyond. Most parrot owners are already 20 years old or more, and parrots themselves often have a life expectancy of more than 50 years. Some live to be nearly 100 years old. Added to that long life expectancy, many parrots of the world tend to bond with a single person. If that person breaks the bond in some way, the parrot may die.</p>
<p>Before you ask a parrot to be your companion, think it through carefully. The bird may outlive you.</p>
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		<title>A Sun Conure Parrot Named Sunny</title>
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<br /><B>The Sun Conure <b>Parrot</b>'s Talking Ability</B>
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<br />Generally speaking, most <b>parrots</b> can be taught to talk if the owner follows a proven, consistent  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Sun Conure parrot named Sunny. Who could resist such a cute parrot? There he sits on the end of a branch; his head turned nearly 180 degrees toward his back; his dark shiny eye peering at you with a knowing look.</p>
<p>A bright Sun Conure parrot named Sunny. If you have ever seen a Sun Conure parrot, you know exactly what I mean. If you have not, let me describe one. </p>
<p><B>Description of a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>Sunny, the Sun Conure parrot, is a stunning bird, dressed in a shimmering, hooded shirt of gold with a sun-kissed, orange face. His wings and tail are shades of green and blue, mixed with a hint of gold. The Sun Conure parrot is only 12&#8243; long, including a long tail. Its beak and feet both are black. The eyes are dark brown in a white circle. </p>
<p><B>Personality of a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>A Sun Conure parrot is a playful, inquisitive bird. Owners can&#8217;t seem to find enough words to describe these little bundles of sunshine, but they try. A few of their favorites are:</p>
<p>	* Active<br />
<br />	* Comical<br />
<br />	* Cuddly<br />
<br />	* Curious<br />
<br />	* Cute<br />
<br />	* Energetic<br />
<br />	* Entertaining<br />
<br />	* Feisty<br />
<br />	* Fun<br />
<br />	* Loving<br />
<br />	* Spunky</p>
<p><B>Playtime for a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>A Sun Conure parrot&#8217;s playtime is comical, to say the least. It loves its owners, and it loves to entertain them. Given a multitude of toys and a swing or two, the Sun Conure parrot will swing, jump, climb, and call out to you as he shows everything he can do. Even without toys, the Sun Conure parrot will develop its own tricks, just to play. It has a very high energy level, and sometimes appears to be a bundle of golden perpetual motion.</p>
<p><B>Appropriate Toys for a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>Sun Conure parrots enjoy chewing aggressively, and will need several wooden toys to destroy. They will destroy them, too, reducing a medium-sized wooden toy to bits and pieces in a few hours. They are not as eager to play with puzzle toys, probably because they have so much energy to harness. Provide toys that call for activity and &#8220;letting off steam&#8221; and they will be happy. </p>
<p>Sun Conure parrots enjoy chains, ropes, and other things from which to swing. They love loud bells, but be sure you do, since a Sun Conure parrot will ring it incessantly at times. Rotate the toys every couple of weeks so that your bird will not become bored.</p>
<p><B>Appropriate Cage for a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>Sun Conure parrots need room to fly around and use up their surplus energy. A website that recommends bird cages according to the size of the parrot, such as Bird Cages, will help you get a large enough cage. Generally, a 20&#8243; x 20&#8243; cage, about 3 feet high is good for a Sun Conure parrot. The bar spacing should be between 0.75 inches and 1&#8243; so that your parrot cannot get its head stuck between the bars. To give your bird proper exercise for its feet, install 3 different perches in the cage, each made of a different substance.</p>
<p><B>The Sun Conure Parrot&#8217;s Talking Ability</B></p>
<p>Generally speaking, most parrots can be taught to talk if the owner follows a proven, consistent course of training. The Sun Conure parrot is not the best talker, however. With patience, you will be able to teach your bird a few words. With care, you will also be able to teach it not to screech for attention. It is common for Sun Conure parrots to screech to greet the day, and to end the day. In between, your bird should learn to be less vocal. Some have found that their Sun Conure parrots like to imitate beeping tones.</p>
<p><B>Food for a Sun Conure Parrot</B></p>
<p>The Sun Conure parrot does well on a basic diet of organic pellets. Organic pellets give your Sun Conure parrot a balanced diet in every bite. Avoid seed-based foods, as the parrot will pick out the seeds and leave the rest. The result will be a malnourished parrot.</p>
<p>In addition to organic pellets, give your parrot the variety it craves by providing fresh fruits and vegetables. Sun Conure parrots usually enjoy apples, grapes, melons, and oranges. Among vegetables, they will eat things such as broccoli, carrots, corn, lettuce, and peas. Keep seeds and nuts as a special treat.</p>
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		<title>Training Your Parrot: The First Basic Manners Commands</title>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When training you bird, teaching it good manners is a first priority. The &#8220;Up&#8221; command could be the very first behavior you select for your parrot training. It doesn&#8217;t matter whether your parrot is a trusting, just weaned baby or an adult untamed bird, you can still use this easy process for training your bird.</p>
<p>The process for training your parrot behaviors is much easier when training a hand-fed parrot than training a parrot that is not tame. When you work with an untamed parrot, you&#8217;ll find it works best to use a spare perch or untreated wooden dowel which is rather long. This will allow the parrot training session to begin without the parrot being asked to step onto your hand at first.</p>
<p>I perform parrot training sessions outside the cage. If that isn&#8217;t possible, you can perform the process with the parrot inside the cage as long as you have a large door opening and can move the perch about easily. Be sure the selected perch is comfortably sized for the species of parrot you are taming or training.</p>
<p>The second step to watch for when training your parrot, during that very first session; simply place the perch below the bird&#8217;s breast and above its feet. Say the word &#8220;Up&#8221; clearly but not loud or your parrot might be startled or scared. As you say the word, move the wooden dowel slightly forward so that your parrot will place a foot on the perch and step onto it.</p>
<p>Once the bird steps on the perch reward it with loving sweet praise, telling it what a wonderful parrot it is. Repeat these steps for 10 minutes per parrot training session with two sessions per day if possible. One longer session is not effective; if you can only train your parrot one session per day, stick to 10 minutes.</p>
<p>Training your bird requires consistency in order to be successful. Once your bird has performed the Up command, do not allow it to refuse to respond on cue, yet do not punish it. Simply push the perch toward it a bit more. Your parrot must understand something is expected when you ask it to step up.</p>
<p>When training your parrot let your bird know that you will provide attention, love, and treats when the bird steps up. Each time the parrot performs on request, let it know you are thrilled. Treats can be used, but don&#8217;t rely on treats; praise is the best reward, especially for tame parrots.</p>
<p>Once training your parrot as progress to the point that your bird is comfortable stepping onto a dowel or stick, shorten the distance on the dowel from your hand to the bird. This parrot training strategy, if the bird is not tame, works best if you only shorten the perch once a week. More frequent changes in the training can stress the bird and cause it to lose trust in you.</p>
<p>As training your bird progresses, a point will be reached where the distance from the parrot to you hand is quite small. Then next step is to ask the parrot to step directly onto your hand or arm. This parrot training step is a big move for your bird, so be patient and loving.</p>
<p>The time required for training your parrot this behavior depends on your consistency and your parrot. If the parrot was stressed in the past or made afraid through trauma or abuse, it can take quite a long period of consistent training. If your parrot is simply learning about you and building trust, you must prove to it that you won&#8217;t hurt it and the entire process for parrot training can be successfully completed quite quickly.</p>
<p>When training your parrot that was hand-fed, you can count on the entire process taking a short time &#8211; in fact, you&#8217;ll probably start at the final step with the parrot stepping right onto your hand. I recently brought a just-weaned budgie home. He was not hand-fed but very young and trusting; he was learned the &#8220;up&#8221; command within a week and consistently performs the behavior whenever requested.</p>
<p>Be sure to watch your parrot&#8217;s body language for clues to the level of trust and level of comfort with the parrot training activities you are doing. Your parrot will generally communicate its comfort level using body language. You simply have to pay attention to the clues.</p>
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		<title>What you need to know about African grey parrots</title>
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<p>When choosing an African Grey, or any other species of <b>parrot</b>, you should:</p>

<p>- Ask the breeder, pet shop, or person selling the <b>parrot</b> if they offer a health guarantee. These guarantees ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>African Grey parrots make great companion parrots for anyone who is willing to devote the love and care required to provide a quality life for a parrot. Parrots are extremely intelligent creatures, and African Greys are often the &#8220;Einsteins&#8221; of the parrot world. </p>
<p>Choosing an African Grey parrot for a companion involves much more than simply paying someone for a parrot. You should select an African Grey that is healthy and attentive. You should choose a parrot that is either very young or, if older, one that is already tame unless you have experience in taming and training parrots. </p>
<p>African Grey parrots that have been hand fed by humans, either from hatching or from the time the baby parrot is only a few weeks of age, until weaned make the best companion parrots for most people because they already feel comfortable with humans and have the desire to be a part of a &#8220;human flocks&#8221;. </p>
<p>When choosing an African Grey, or any other species of parrot, you should:</p>
<p>- Ask the breeder, pet shop, or person selling the parrot if they offer a health guarantee. These guarantees may vary, but it is common for a breeder or pet shop to allow a person to purchase a parrot, take that parrot to a qualified avian veterinarian, and if the parrot proves to be ill, the seller will accept the parrot being returns and refund the purchase price, often included the vet fees. In other cases, a seller may have a current avian veterinarian health certificate for the parrot and, if this is the case, check with the vet to be sure the certification is valid if you do not know the seller well.</p>
<p> &#8211; Look at the parrot&#8217;s body excrement. A healthy parrot &#8220;poops&#8221; a dropping that consists of  dark green or brownish fecal matter with white or off-white urine. If the dropping is firm, it may be nearly circular with the white urine in the center of the dropping. If the parrot&#8217;s feces are consistently runny, bright green, yellow, or black or the urine is yellow, the parrot is probably not in good health. Yes, it is true that parrot people spend a lot of time talking about and looking at parrot poop because it is one of the best health (or illness)indicators.</p>
<p>- Ask the seller how tame the parrot is and, if it is tame, ask them to remove the bird from the cage so that you can handle the African Grey. A tame parrot should readily step onto your hand. It should be attentive when you talk to it and should not show fear of humans. If the parrot is not tame, ask about the bird&#8217;s history and consider</p>
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		<title>Parrot Adoption: What You Need To Know</title>
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<br /><b>Evaluating Prospective Homes</b>
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<br />â€œBut itâ€™s just a <b>parrot</b>!â€ you squawk. Not really. It is a creature that will live many years. During those years, it will need  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two years ago, you simply could not resist those two brightly colored parrots in the pet store window. What a mistake! Now you want a new home for your parrots, and are thinking of selling them. If you place a short ad in the local newspaper, how will it read?</p>
<p>1. Virginia parrots for sale<br />
<br />2. Quaker parrots for sale</p>
<p>There are many ways to advertise, even with as few words as that, but do you really need to sell your parrots? Might you find a better home through parrot adoption?</p>
<p><b>What Is Parrot Adoption?</b></p>
<p>Parrot adoption is very much like baby adoption. Those who have parrots they cannot care for offer them to people who want a parrot. The adoptive parrot owners may not be able to afford the initial outlay, or they may simply want to give a good home to a parrot that must be relocated.</p>
<p>Parrot adoption does not always mean free parrots. The term is also used for inexpensive parrots purchased from former owners.</p>
<p><b>Finding Interested Homes</b></p>
<p>Parrot adoption requires good homes, of course, but how do you find them? One way to begin is to place a newspaper ad, as you would if you were selling. You might write: Parrots for adoption or Quaker parrots for adoption to good homes or Adopt a parrot.</p>
<p>If you are unsuccessful with ads, try contacting a parrot rescue foundation or parrot adoption organization. They may be able to put you in contact with someone wanting parrots like yours. They may have someone on their waiting lists.</p>
<p><b>Evaluating Prospective Homes</b></p>
<p>But its just a parrot! you squawk. Not really. It is a creature that will live many years. During those years, it will need health, safety, love, and happiness. You will want to try your best to provide those by asking a few questions of prospective owners  getting to know them a little. You will want to try, also, to ensure your parrot will not have to move soon again. For proper parrot adoption, begin with these questions. </p>
<p>1. Why do you want a parrot? One wrong answer is, My child has been begging for one, and I think it would be cool to have a talking pet.</p>
<p>2. Does anyone ever smoke in your home? Smoking can kill a parrot very rapidly, and you want assurance that yours will go to smoke-free homes.</p>
<p>3. What other pets do you own? Parrots have natural predators, and will not be safe or healthy if they share a home with one of them.</p>
<p>4. Can you afford to take the parrot to a veterinarian when necessary? Your parrots have a long life expectancy, and will need occasional visits to a veterinarian.</p>
<p>5. For other important questions, you should contact a parrot adoption group and get advice.</p>
<p><b>Delivering an Adopted Parrot</b></p>
<p>Once you have found good parrot adoption homes, you will want to do your best to make the transition smooth. Take your parrots cage (Its his home, and you wont need it.), his toys, perches, and the food to which hes accustomed. Take time to get the parrot settled before you leave him. Be available to visit now and then during the first week, if asked.</p>
<p><b>The Other Side of Parrot Adoption</b></p>
<p>The flip side of parrot adoption is the adoptive family. Parrot adoption can be preferable to purchasing a baby parrot from parrot breeders or a pet store. </p>
<p>Your parrot will be far less expensive, in most cases. It will likely have a cage and accessories, as well, which will save money and time for you. Parrot adoption lets you skip the toddler and adolescent stages, and your bird will likely have a vocabulary, with knowledge of how to add to it. In some cases, an adopted parrot will know some tricks. It will be accustomed to human handling and  hopefully  enjoy it.</p>
<p><b>The Downside of Parrot Adoption</b></p>
<p>The upside outweighs the downside of parrot adoption, but there are things you should know.</p>
<p>1. How does the parrot behave? Parrot adoption is often initiated by an owner who does not want to deal with behavioral problems. The parrot may have become aggressive: biting and screeching. You will want to observe the parrot in its home before agreeing to adopt it.</p>
<p>2. Has the parrot ever been injured or struck with anything? You will have a lot of work to overcome this problem and get the parrot to bond with you.</p>
<p>3. Is the parrot healthy  and can you talk to his veterinarian? If the parrot has never been taken to a veterinarian, there may be hidden health concerns. If he has been taken, the veterinarian will be able to tell you about potential problems. Any prospective parrot adoption should include consideration of health information.</p>
<p><b>Finalizing Parrot Adoption</b></p>
<p>When you adopt a parrot, you adopt a long-term commitment. It will be your responsibility to care for the bird throughout its lifetime. It will give you affection, and will expect the same from you. Before you enter into parrot adoption, think it through carefully. Then enjoy your parrot fully.</p>
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Pet <b>insurance</b>  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Since pets are very vulnerable to diseases of several kinds, the expenses for treatment have been on a steady increase all the time.  When the pets are insured properly, the expenses related to the medicine can be met easily without any problems with the costs.  Pet insurance is available from various sources with lot of coverage plans and options.  Pet insurance is available for injury treatments or sickness, while some plans that come under the category of deluxe plans are devised in such a way that it covers all type of illness.  Some plans also offer routine care and examination of the pets.  The pet insurance market has grown and become popular to the extent that they even cover dental care, acupuncture treatments and chiropractic care for the pets.  Most of the insurance companies cover dogs and cats under the pet insurance plans. Now, a few companies are also offering pet insurance coverage for birds and exotic pets.  When insuring pets like iguana, parrots, or potbellied pigs suitable plan and insurance company should be chosen to suit the needs of the pets.</p>
<p>Pet insurance policies or plans are also very similar to the health insurance coverage of human beings.  There are limits for coverage, exceptions for pre existing illnesses, deductibles, co-pays etc.  Normally pet insurance plans make the owners of the pets to pay the veterinarian bills and care taker bills before receiving any reimbursement.  It is advised to avoid insurance companies, which have limited benefits on the pet insurance plans.  When the price is set for a certain maximum level, the policy will only allow the pet owner to spend till the set limit regardless of the amount to be paid towards the medical expenses.  This plan may entitle the pet owner with a low deductible, but calls for high co-pay, which will be more costly affair in the long run than the high deductibles with low co-pay charges.</p>
<p><b>Pet insurance information sources:</b></p>
<p>The best information about pet insurance can be got from the veterinarians. Either they may have the right plan or may recommend a right plan for the pet owner.  Internet also can be a good source of information. While researching care needs to be taken to go through the policy of the insurance company regarding exclusion terms and conditions, benefits which can be got out of the insurance policy, their reputation, financial standing, history of disbursing money time taken for processing claims, etc.</p>
<p>There should not be any kind of fixed benefit schedule in the pet insurance policy as it may come with a low deductible and higher co pay costs, which will not be suitable for the pet owner.  The policies should cover the diagnostic testing, MRI, Cat scans, X-rays, specialists, cancer treatments, hospitalizations, cost of medicines etc, after hour treatments, etc.</p>
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		<title>Parrot Types</title>
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<br /><b>Best <b>Parrot</b> Types for Childrenâ€™s Pets</b>
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<br />A final question is this: â€œWhat types of <b>parrots</b> are there that would make  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You walk by a bird shop, or visit the aviary at the zoo, and there may be several types of parrots. You study them, and begin to wonder, What types of parrots are there anyway? How many types of parrots are there? </p>
<p>Actually, there are more than 350 parrot types when you consider every species and sub-species in the group. Many of the most common parrot types are from Australasia and the tropics.</p>
<p><b>Parrot Families</b></p>
<p>All parrots, of whatever parrot types or breeds they are, belong to the scientific order Psittaciformes. That scientific order is further broken down into two different parrot families: Cacatuidae and Psittacidae.</p>
<p>The Cacatuidae family includes only the Cockatoo, a bird that is native to Australia and islands near that continent. </p>
<p>The second parrot family, the Psittacidae, includes all of the true parrot types. </p>
<p><b>Cockatoos</b></p>
<p>To most people, the cockatoo is a large white parrot with a feathered head crest that it can lift high in regal splendor. That is, however, only one of the parrot types in this family. There are 21 different cockatoos, and not every one is white.</p>
<p>1. The palm cockatoo is mostly dark gray, with red cheek patches below the eyes  cheek patches that change to a deeper red when the bird becomes excited or alarmed.</p>
<p>2. The male gang-gang cockatoo is dark gray with a cherry red head and red crest. This parrot type is often called the red-headed cockatoo.</p>
<p>3. The Major Mitchells cockatoo is often called a pink cockatoo due to its soft pastel pink shade.</p>
<p>4. The cockatiels plumage is mid-grey on top, lighter grey underneath. It has an orange cheek patch, and a prominent white blaze on its wings. It has a much longer tail than the other cockatoos have.</p>
<p>So Cockatoos are not always a white parrot type, and not all cockatoos are the same in build.</p>
<p><b>True Parrots</b> </p>
<p>This family includes all of the other commonly-known parrot types. The list that follows is not intended to be exhaustive, but in this family, you will find parrot types such as these:</p>
<p>1. African Greys: This is said to be the most intelligent of all the parrot types. A large gray parrot with a red tail, some of these bird have vocabularies approaching 1,000 words or more.</p>
<p>2. Amazons: This popular parrot type includes about 27 sub-types. Most are large, affectionate, and predominantly green. </p>
<p>3. Budgies: Officially known as a parakeet or budgerigar, this parrot type is small and colorful. It is one of the most popular parrot pets.</p>
<p>4. Conures: This parrot type seems to be a group of large parakeets. With long tails and strong beaks, these clowns come in a variety of colors.</p>
<p>5. Eclectus: Eclectus Parrots are unusual in their coloring. On the one hand, males are bright green, with beaks like bright candy corn, tails and wings of blue or red. Females, on the other hand, have red heads, blue breasts, and the same red or blue wings and tails. In place of the candy corn look, they have black beaks.</p>
<p>6. Lovebirds: Lovebirds are a small, stocky parrot type  among the smallest in the world. Many are green, sometimes with red faces or eye rings.</p>
<p>7. Macaws: Native to South America, this is the largest parrot type in wingspan and length. The blue and gold macaw is especially beautiful.</p>
<p>8. Parrotlets: These may look like parakeets at first glance, but this small parrot type has a broader body and tail than the parakeet.</p>
<p>9. Pionus: There are many parrot types under the name Pionus parrot, and this larger, quieter parrot comes in many varieties of color.</p>
<p>10. Quakers: This parrot type is often called a Monk Parrot or Grey-breasted Parakeet. It is a name that comes from facial feathering that resembles an old-fashioned Quaker costume. </p>
<p>There are many more parrot types than this article can list or discuss, even in a surface manner. You will find muc more information in your library or bookstore.</p>
<p><b>Best Parrot Types for Childrens Pets</b></p>
<p>A final question is this: What types of parrots are there that would make good childrens pets?</p>
<p>Many children are drawn to large parrots because of their colors or their reputation for talking well, but the large parrot types are not good pets for children. They require firm handling and training, and do well as pets only when the owner has had experience first with smaller parrots.</p>
<p>The best parrot type for a childs pet is the Budgerigar, aka budgie or parakeet. The small Budgerigar requires the least amount of care, and is easily trained to talk and do tricks. Budgies that are young, or those that have no cage mate, will learn most readily.</p>
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		<title>Three Thinghs to Keep in Mind when You Buy Parrot Toys</title>
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Before you buy a <b>parrot</b> toy or home make a <b>parrot</b> toy you should have in your mind this three <b>parrot</b> care issues:<br />
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1. Safety<br />
2. Value<br />
3. Diversity<br />
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I will try to discuss this <b>parrot</b> care issues in this  ... ]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One day you finally decide to take a parrot in to your home as your beloved pet. Belive me that parrots are great pets. You will not regret choosing this little winged fellow top be your pet companion. So after you take the parrot you buy him a parrot cage and find out all the parrot care information that he needs to have a healthy life you should start thinking if he is happy. And the best way to keep a parrot happy in his cage are parrot toys. Just like humans parrots need top have fun and parrot toys are what they like.</p>
<p>Before you buy a parrot toy or home make a parrot toy you should have in your mind this three parrot care issues:</p>
<p>1. Safety<br />
2. Value<br />
3. Diversity</p>
<p>I will try to discuss this parrot care issues in this article:</p>
<p>Safety &#8211; Is the first most important thing that you should care about when you make any decisions regarding your parrot. So this applies to parrot toys as well. So keep in mind that the parrot toys have to be made from safe materials. This means that the parrot toys shouldn&#8217;t contain zinc, poisonous paints or other dangerous chemicals. The size of the parrot toy should be well chosen in proportion with the size of your pet. If you choose parrot toys that are made from rope, leather or chains then this mittens should have a quiet short length to prevent strangulation of the bird. </p>
<p>Value &#8211; this generally means the price of the parrot toys. Like in other domains of the market there are cheap toys and expensive toys. What you should do is trying to find the best toy at the best price. Belive me that this isn&#8217;t to hard. All you have to do is to observe your pet to see what kind of parrot toys he likes and then go out and buy them, looking for the best price, not forgetting about the safe toys issue. Homemade parrot toys are a good choice to but be careful when you make the, choose safe materials and construct them in safe shapes.</p>
<p>Diversity &#8211; Parrots really need diversity when it comes to parrot toys. They get really bored playing with the same parrot toy every day. so try to provide him with new and different parrot toys constantly. </p>
<p>This way you&#8217;ll keep him happy. So try too give your parrot as many parrot toys as you can. He needs to be happy living in a cage. seeing him happy and playing him with his parrot toys will be a really delight for your eyes.</p>
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