May 2010

Editor's Note
Ahh, this feels like old times. It has been a long time since I wrote the Editor’s Letter for BIRD TALK. Editor Laura Doering is on maternity leave so I get to put pen to paper once again. Actually I am typing this. There is no pen and no paper. We are completely green in our process and don’t use paper until the final printed magazine product. Read more here.

Back To Basics, Pt. 2
15 behavior & training points to keep in mind with parrots.
BY LIZ WILSON, CVT, CPBC

It's Me Or The Parrot!
Solve relationship strife between your beloved parrot & your beloved person.
BY REBECCA K. O'CONNOR

7 Things You Must Know About Grass Parakeets
These beautiful Australian parrots delight bird lovers everywhere.
BY ANNE-MARIE HARTER

Conures In Action
Enrich your conure's life with these simple solutions.
BY CHERYL BURNS

PRODUCT GUIDE

Toy Chest
Smart Toys
BY JESSICA PINEDA

Birdie Boutique
Products For You And Your Bird

Bird-Tested, Bird-Approved
Zep Sprayer
BY SUSAN CHAMBERLAIN

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