August 2012

Behavior Fundamentals
Applied behavioral analysis can help us bring out positive behavior and deter negative behavior.
BY SID PRICE

Heatstroke Quiz
Think you know about birds and heatstroke? Take this quiz to find out!

Bathing Instincts
A look at bathing behavior reveals surprising patterns and potential solutions for feather-damaging behavior.
BY SHANNON MURPHY

Marvelous Minis
Get to know the smaller macaws.
BY GAIL J. WORTH

City Birds
What you need to know about the charismatic & adaptable quaker parrot.
BY DANIEL SIGMON

Summer Foods
Check out what fruits and vegetables are in season for you and your pet bird.

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MEMO TO PARKER & PEPPER
Subject: Sweat Sock Avengers
BY PATRICIA SUND

PARROT PSYCHOLOGY
Groom The Nails
Learn how to give your bird stress-free nail trims.
BY LIZ WILSON, CVT, CPBC

CAUSES & CURES
Feather Fabulous
5 tips for healthy skin & feathers.
BY MARGARET A. WISSMAN, DVM

HEART TO HEART
Good Grooming 
Our birds are happier & healthier thanks to better grooming techniques.
BY CHRIS DAVIS

LARGER THAN LIFE
Caique On Board
Traveling around the country with a parrot is an adventure all on its own.
BY SALLY BLANCHARD

BIRDS ON THE BRAIN
9 Birds, One House
Flock dynamics can read like a soap opera.
BY SUSAN CHAMBERLAIN

SMALL BIRDS
Treats For Small Birds 
Your small bird is sure to love one of these treats.
BY DIANE GRINDOL

Departments
Editor’s Letter
Mailbag
Readers Dish
Avian News & Notes
Flock On
Avian Marketplace
Show Calendar
Web Column
Gallery Showcase
Avian Breeder Directory
Small Birds’ Directory
Advertising Index
Avian Services’ Guide
Avian Classifieds
Kids Talk Back
Watch The Birdie

Product Guide
Birdie Buys
Birdie Bountique

ON THE COVER
Yellow-collared macaw/Courtesy Amy Baggs; Severe Macaw/Courtesy Omar's Exotic Birds by Gina Cioli/BowTie Studio