November 2009

Editor's Note
Budgies are one of the world's most popular pet birds, but it's been a while since I actually spent time with one. Read more here.

Reader Squawk Box
We asked readers, "What is your bird's favorite sound/word?" Here are some of your responses!

Giving Back
How do rescues and sanctuaries provide their birds with toys?

Spoiled Birds
Stop spoiled bird behavior in its tracks.
BY LIZ WILSON

Trust & Play
Play is the way to build a lifelong relationship with your parrot.
BY SALLY BLANCHARD

Small Birds Play Big
Let your small bird teach you how to play.
BY DIANE GRINDOL

Quirky Quakers
Readers dish about these little birds.

PRODUCT GUIDE

Toy Chest
What is your bird's play style? Readers weigh in.
BY JESSICA PINEDA

Birdie Boutique
Products For You And Your Bird

Bird-Tested, Bird-Approved
Brauns Bros. Brushes
BY SUSAN CHAMBERLAIN

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Subject: Rubber Legs
BY PATRICIA SUND

Heart to Heart
Bird Antics
BY CHRIS DAVIS

Parrot Psychology
Attack Or Play?
BY LIZ WILSON, CVT, CPBC

Causes & Cures
No Toes, No Problem
BY MARGARET A. WISSMAN, DVM, DABVP- AVIAN PRACTICE

Medium Birds
Three Up-&-Comers
BY SALLY BLANCHARD

Small Birds
Aggressive Lovebird
BY DIANE GRINDOL

Lories & Softbills
Iron Storage Disease
BY DICK SCHROEDER

Finch & Canary
Define Your Aviary Part 2
BY KARL LIEBERMAN

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