| The Loving Care of Pet Parrots
Review
There
are 20 chapters within the 192 page book and the first starts by asking if you
should be a parrot owner. On the choice of species, Cockatiels are classed as
the perfect pet for most families, but disadvantages are noted, such as its
shrill voice. Then on to the larger species for the more experienced. I think
Rosemary states this very well: “A parrot can be the ultimate pet -- a
companion for life, daily bringer of joy and affection. Or it can be a noisy
nuisance, unloved and unwanted. So much depends on the person caring for it --
their attitude, discipline and affection.”
If
a new parrot owner reads this book from cover to cover many mistakes will be
avoided, more pleasure gained and much learnt in the process. Many newcomers to
caring for parrots are not aware of the dangers of household sprays, electrical
cords, sinks full of water, windows and other pets. Gas heaters can be a big
problem as can non-stick pans and open fires or old lead paint.
To
end this review there is no better way than with a quote from this great little
book of Rosemary’s, where she says “Through
our birds we can instil in others the importance of being at one with the
natural world. We can use our close association with certain birds in our home
to show how birds have an intelligent awarenessthat equals our own. They are
therefore as deserving of respect as any human being -- more so, some might
say, since they are at one with their world. We are not.” --DAWN STEWART, Parrots
New Zealand.
From
a reader, June 2002:
“I
read it twice and will read it again, I’m
sure. It should be required reading before purchasing an exotic bird. It is an
excellent ‘manual’. ... My only issue is wing clipping. I really didn’t know
any other option but to clip their wings. After reading your book, I am
re-thinking the entire concept. Here in the US, as you noted, we are scolded if
the wings are not clipped. I have learned a great deal from your publications
and that has allowed my birds to benefit from your vast experience and
knowledge.” -- J.TRADDIS. |
