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What do you look for when choosing a pet bird? Find out what to look for from the experts! In these pet podcasts our host and guests discuss choosing a bird to fit your lifestyle, compare pet stores and breeders, and talk about how to keep your bird happy and healthy. Other topics include species of birds, your bird's habitat and which are the best foods to feed your little feathered friend! Find out what common household dangers you need to know about, as well as how to train your pet bird and more. In these fun pet podcasts, you'll find everything from taking your pet bird to the office to tips on what the best perches are to keep your bird's feet from getting tired or damaged. So take a beak, we mean peek at the world of pet birds... only on Pet Life Radio! Primary Format : Pets Language : Unknown Also Listed as: User Tags: User Votes: RSS Feed Website People found this Podcast Searching for: View this Podcast on a Google Map. Podcast iTunes Link Text Only listing of PetLifeRadio.com - WingsNThings - keeping birds as pets, & everything about pet birds on Pet Life Radio. Podcasts Methings.com listings of PetLifeRadio.com - WingsNThings - keeping birds as pets, & everything about pet birds on Pet Life Radio. Podcasts If you like this podcast, you might also like:

PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 49 Baby Birds Baby birds are discussed in this Podcast as Robin meets with Josee Bermingham of Hagan Avicultural Research Institute. Robin talks with Josee about their weaning techniques and the unique way they socialize their birds at HARI. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Baby Birds - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 48 Designing the Perfect Aviary This week Robin is joined by Mark Moore, co-owner of Hill Country Aviaries in Austin, Texas. Mark shares some of his techniques and tips for designing, building and outfitting a great outdoor aviary. Mark is chair of the publications committee for the American Federation of Aviculture and is instrumental in publishing the AFA quarterly magazine The Watchbird. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Designing the Perfect Aviary - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRa ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 47 All About Aviculture Interview with an aviculturist. This week Robin is joined by Rick Jordan, noted aviculturist and co-owner of Hill Country Aviaries in Austin, Texas. Robin and Rick discuss aviculture and some of the issues facing both the breeder and companion parrot communities. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -All About Aviculture- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 46 Loro Parque Fundacion, Tenerife, Spain After a summer of craziness and non-stop travel/work Robin had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. David Waugh from Loro Parque Fundacion in Tenerife, Spain. Join Robin and Dr. Waugh as they chat about the exciting conservation work being done at this amazing facility. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Loro Parque Fundacion, Tenerife, Spain- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 45 The Odd Pet Vet at the New England Wildlife Center This week Robin is at the New England Wildlife Center in Weymouth, MA. She is speaking with the director, Dr. Gregory Mertz, DVM. Dr. Mertz is also known as The Odd Pet Vet. In his practice at the wildlife center Dr. Mertz sees many companion parrots in addition to other exotic pets. During their discussion Robin and Dr. Mertz discuss common issues in parrots and parrot care. Some suggestions for preventative care are given. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -The Odd Pet Vet at ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 44 Finding More Information on Parrots Don’t know where to begin to learn more about your parrot? Robin Shewokis and Barbara Heidenreich share some of their favorite resources for parrot information. Having spent years doing their own research for information they provide a long list of trusted books, DVD’s, magazines, blogs, chat groups, internet resources, seminars and more for parrot enthusiasts. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Finding More Information on Parrots- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 43 Party at Parrot Festival and Adventures in Animal Training Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis share highlights of some recent travels. Robin was busy socializing with the cream of the crop of the parrot world at Parrot Festival. Barbara played with gorillas, elephants, penguins, porcupines and parrots while consulting on animal training for a zoo. Get an insiders look at two very different working winter vacations for these animal enthusiasts. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Party at Parrot Festival and Adventures in Animal Training ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 42 The Future of the Companion Parrot Community In this week’s podcast, Robin chats with Kodi Pinnell. Kodi hails from Lindale, Texas and is a great role model for any young people who are considering parrot ownership. Kodi talks about his passion for parrots and the people who have helped him learn to be an exceptional parrot owner. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -The Future of the Companion Parrot Community- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 41 Parrot Myths and Misconceptions Do parrots exhibit height dominance? Are scarlet macaws truly nippy? Is it safe to give parrots the cardboard from paper towel rolls? These questions and more are discussed by Robin Shewokis and Barbara Heidenreich as they explore various myths and misconceptions about parrots. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Parrot Myths and Misconceptions - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 41 Parrot Myths and Misconceptions Do parrots exhibit height dominance? Are scarlet macaws truly nippy? Is it safe to give parrots the cardboard from paper towel rolls? These questions and more are discussed by Robin Shewokis and Barbara Heidenreich as they explore various myths and misconceptions about parrots. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Parrot Myths and Misconceptions - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 40 Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato Got a parrot that does everything in his power to avoid exercise? Then this podcast is for you. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis discuss ways to get your perch potato moving. They also discuss some controversial methods parrot owners have been advised to use and the more trust building alternatives. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 40 Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato Got a parrot that does everything in his power to avoid exercise? Then this podcast is for you. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis discuss ways to get your perch potato moving. They also discuss some controversial methods parrot owners have been advised to use and the more trust building alternatives. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 39 Get Your Parrot Foraging Foraging is a hot topic in the companion parrot community. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis get creative with foraging ideas. They also share how to train your parrot to interact with foraging toys and why it is beneficial to get your parrot foraging. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- Get Your Parrot Foraging - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 39 Get Your Parrot Foraging Foraging is a hot topic in the companion parrot community. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis get creative with foraging ideas. They also share how to train your parrot to interact with foraging toys and why it is beneficial to get your parrot foraging. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- Get Your Parrot Foraging - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 38 Alex and Me -- A Chat With Dr. Irene Pepperberg In this week’s episode Robin sits down with noted scientist and author, Dr. Irene Pepperberg. Dr. Pepperberg shares anecdotes about her work and her time spent with Alex the African Grey. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- A Chat With Dr. Irene Pepperberg - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 38 Alex and Me -- A Chat With Dr. Irene Pepperberg In this week’s episode Robin sits down with noted scientist and author, Dr. Irene Pepperberg. Dr. Pepperberg shares anecdotes about her work and her time spent with Alex the African Grey. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- A Chat With Dr. Irene Pepperberg - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 37 Act Naturally Getting your parrot to present natural behavior in your home can include encouraging foraging behaviors, teaching your parrots to use their unique adaptations to expend energy, and capturing natural behaviors and putting them on cue. In this week's episode Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis shares ideas and suggestions for getting your parrot to act naturally. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Act Naturally - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 37 Act Naturally Getting your parrot to present natural behavior in your home can include encouraging foraging behaviors, teaching your parrots to use their unique adaptations to expend energy, and capturing natural behaviors and putting them on cue. In this week's episode Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis shares ideas and suggestions for getting your parrot to act naturally. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Act Naturally - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 36 Battling Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) in Parrots Dr. Sharman Hoppes of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University shares the exciting advances being made in Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) research. This deadly disease has challenged the parrot community for years. Fortunately some recent discoveries are giving researchers hope that a definitive diagnostic tool will soon be available as well as optimism for the development of a vaccine. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Battling Proventricular Dilitation ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 36 Battling Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) in Parrots Dr. Sharman Hoppes of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University shares the exciting advances being made in Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) research. This deadly disease has challenged the parrot community for years. Fortunately some recent discoveries are giving researchers hope that a definitive diagnostic tool will soon be available as well as optimism for the development of a vaccine. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Battling Proventricular Dilitation ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 35 Studying Wild Parrots in Peru with Dr Donald Brightsmith This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews field biologist Dr Donald Brightsmith of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University. Dr Brightsmith shares his experience studying wild parrots in Peru. His research has provided new insights into clay lick use, diet and nutrition and distances parrots travel in the wild. Listeners are also invited to join a research gathering expedition to Peru scheduled for January 2009. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Studying Wild Par ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 35 Studying Wild Parrots in Peru with Dr Donald Brightsmith This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews field biologist Dr Donald Brightsmith of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University. Dr Brightsmith shares his experience studying wild parrots in Peru. His research has provided new insights into clay lick use, diet and nutrition and distances parrots travel in the wild. Listeners are also invited to join a research gathering expedition to Peru scheduled for January 2009. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Studying Wild Par ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 34 A Parrot For Life This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews Rebecca O’ Connor, author of "A Parrot for Life." An accomplished writer and animal trainer, Rebecca shares stories about flying falcons, working with parrots and training cheetahs, as well as information on her nine books. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - A Parrot for Life - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 34 A Parrot For Life This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews Rebecca O’ Connor, author of "A Parrot for Life." An accomplished writer and animal trainer, Rebecca shares stories about flying falcons, working with parrots and training cheetahs, as well as information on her nine books. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Episode 34 - A Parrot for Life - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 33 Enrichment On A Shoestring In this week’s episode, Robin talks with Philadelphia Zoo keeper and bird trainer, Catherine Vine. They discuss how to provide enrichment on a budget. Catherine also introduces us to one of her favorite projects, The Feather Distribution Project. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Enrichment On A Shoestring - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 33 Enrichment On A Shoestring In this week’s episode, Robin talks with Philadelphia Zoo keeper and bird trainer, Catherine Vine. They discuss how to provide enrichment on a budget. Catherine also introduces us to one of her favorite projects, The Feather Distribution Project. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Enrichment On A Shoestring - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 32 Bird Boarding Finding someone qualified to care for your beloved parrot when you are out of town can be a challenge. Robin interviews Karen Anderson of Avian Suites, a professional bird boarding facility. Karen shares her advice on how to find a facility or person to care for your parrot and what you can do to make your birds boarding experience as positive as possible. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird Boarding - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 32 Bird Boarding Finding someone qualified to care for your beloved parrot when you are out of town can be a challenge. Robin interviews Karen Anderson of Avian Suites, a professional bird boarding facility. Karen shares her advice on how to find a facility or person to care for your parrot and what you can do to make your birds boarding experience as positive as possible. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird Boarding - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 31 Training And Enrichment Made Easy Training and enrichment can be and should be easy! Robin and Barbara explore ways to keep your training and enrichment program thriving even if you have little time, little finances and lots of birds. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Training And Enrichment Made Easy - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 31 Training And Enrichment Made Easy Training and enrichment can be and should be easy! Robin and Barbara explore ways to keep your training and enrichment program thriving even if you have little time, little finances and lots of birds. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Training And Enrichment Made Easy - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 30 Bringing Home Your Baby Parrot Barbara and Robin discuss some tips to help you get off to a good start with your baby parrot. Those uncoordinated, yet curious babies have different enrichment needs from your adult parrot. They also present some excellent training opportunities due to an important sensitive period of development. Prevention of behavior problems is also explored, such as biting a bit too hard during play and exploration. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bringing Home Your Baby Parrot - with Ba ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 30 Bringing Home Your Baby Parrot Barbara and Robin discuss some tips to help you get off to a good start with your baby parrot. Those uncoordinated, yet curious babies have different enrichment needs from your adult parrot. They also present some excellent training opportunities due to an important sensitive period of development. Prevention of behavior problems is also explored, such as biting a bit too hard during play and exploration. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bringing Home Your Baby Parrot - with Ba ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 29 Exploring Different Types of Training and Enrichment This week Barbara and Robin discuss the many ways to keep your training and enrichment programs stimulating. Not only are there are a number of different senses to enrich, there are countless types of behaviors parrot caregivers can train. This episode is loaded with tips and ideas to ensure your parrot has a very rich and interesting life. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Exploring Different Types of Training and Enrichment - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on Pet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 29 Exploring Different Types of Training and Enrichment This week Barbara and Robin discuss the many ways to keep your training and enrichment programs stimulating. Not only are there are a number of different senses to enrich, there are countless types of behaviors parrot caregivers can train. This episode is loaded with tips and ideas to ensure your parrot has a very rich and interesting life. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Exploring Different Types of Training and Enrichment - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on Pet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 28 Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors Sid Price is a professional bird trainer, President Elect of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators and a regular contributor to online training discussions in the companion parrot community. He and Barbara chat about some of the hot topics in parrot training. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 28 Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors Sid Price is a professional bird trainer, President Elect of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators and a regular contributor to online training discussions in the companion parrot community. He and Barbara chat about some of the hot topics in parrot training. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 27 Let’s Talk Wild Amazons with Michael Schindlinger In this week’s episode Robin interviews bioacoustic researcher, Michael Schindlinger. Michael is probably best known for his field work with wild Amazons in the creation of the film Stalking the Wild Amazons. Robin and Michael discuss his findings and how they relate to caring for your companion parrot. Michael also shares an exciting ecotourism project that is helping parrots in the wild. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Let’s Talk Wild Amazons with Michael Schindlinger - ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 27 Let’s Talk Wild Amazons with Michael Schindlinger In this week’s episode Robin interviews bioacoustic researcher, Michael Schindlinger. Michael is probably best known for his field work with wild Amazons in the creation of the film Stalking the Wild Amazons. Robin and Michael discuss his findings and how they relate to caring for your companion parrot. Michael also shares an exciting ecotourism project that is helping parrots in the wild. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Let’s Talk Wild Amazons with Michael Schindlinger - wit ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 26 Australian Aviculture and the Next Generation Shane is an internationally experienced early childhood educator who has been teaching for thirteen years. He is the co-creator and author of Fledglings, the Parrot Society of Australia's junior aviculturist publication. Although he has kept and bred many different bird species from a young age, parrots continue to dominate his primary interest in aviculture. Shane's travels have given him plenty of unique opportunities to view many parrot species in their native habitats around Australia a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 26 Australian Aviculture and the Next Generation Shane is an internationally experienced early childhood educator who has been teaching for thirteen years. He is the co-creator and author of Fledglings, the Parrot Society of Australia's junior aviculturist publication. Although he has kept and bred many different bird species from a young age, parrots continue to dominate his primary interest in aviculture. Shane's travels have given him plenty of unique opportunities to view many parrot species in their native habitats around Australia a ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 25 Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training Australian bird trainer Nicholas Bishop shares his love of birds and his ground breaking adventure training the highly endangered Spix Macaw for a medical procedure at Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 25 Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training Australian bird trainer Nicholas Bishop shares his love of birds and his ground breaking adventure training the highly endangered Spix Macaw for a medical procedure at Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 24 Finding Reinforcers and Creative Forms of Enrichment For Your Parrot In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss reinforcers for training and offer numerous suggestions for creating a vast menu of options for your parrot. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Finding Reinforcers and Creative Forms of Enrichment For Your Parrot - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 24 Finding Reinforcers and Creative Forms of Enrichment For Your Parrot In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss reinforcers for training and offer numerous suggestions for creating a vast menu of options for your parrot. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Finding Reinforcers and Creative Forms of Enrichment For Your Parrot - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 23 Einstein Meet Einstein! A very articulate parrot who lives in Texas. To clarify... this is not the Einstein featured on Animal Planet’s Pet Star, but she can give that one a run for her money. This chatty parrot runs through her vocabulary, including phrases such as "What does E=?" "Look at the grackle" and "Who let the dogs out? Who?" Barbara also interviews Einstein’s caregivers Marcia and Jeff to find out how they came to have such a special parrot in their home. More details on this episode ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 23 Einstein Meet Einstein! A very articulate parrot who lives in Texas. To clarify... this is not the Einstein featured on Animal Planet’s Pet Star, but she can give that one a run for her money. This chatty parrot runs through her vocabulary, including phrases such as "What does E=?" "Look at the grackle" and "Who let the dogs out? Who?" Barbara also interviews Einstein’s caregivers Marcia and Jeff to find out how they came to have such a special parrot in their home. More details on this episode MP ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 22 Feather Destructive Behavior... Possible Causes and Cures. In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin tackle a widespread issue in the companion parrot community, Feather Destructive Behavior. They review some of the many causes and make suggestions for alleviating this very common behavior. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Feather Destructive Behavior... Possible Causes and Cures. - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 22 Feather Destructive Behavior... Possible Causes and Cures. In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin tackle a widespread issue in the companion parrot community, Feather Destructive Behavior. They review some of the many causes and make suggestions for alleviating this very common behavior. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Feather Destructive Behavior... Possible Causes and Cures. - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 21 Screaming For Attention In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss the often lamented challenge of the screaming parrot. Training and enrichment strategies that address this behavior are reviewed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Screaming For Attention - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 21 Screaming For Attention In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss the often lamented challenge of the screaming parrot. Training and enrichment strategies that address this behavior are reviewed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Screaming For Attention - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 20 A Visit to the Avian Veterinarian In this week's episode Barbara and Robin discuss choosing an avian vet and ways to build a relationship with that avian professional that will most benefit you and your companion bird. Some training techniques for preparing for the visit are also discussed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -A Visit to the Avian Veterinarian - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 20 A Visit to the Avian Veterinarian In this week's episode Barbara and Robin discuss choosing an avian vet and ways to build a relationship with that avian professional that will most benefit you and your companion bird. Some training techniques for preparing for the visit are also discussed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -A Visit to the Avian Veterinarian - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 19 Meet The New Hosts In this week's episode the new hosts of Wings and Things Barbara Heidenreich of Good Bird Inc., and Robin Shewokis of The Leather Elves give an introduction of themselves and share some of their passion for training and enrichment. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet The New Hosts - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 19 Meet The New Hosts In this week's episode the new hosts of Wings and Things Barbara Heidenreich of Good Bird Inc., and Robin Shewokis of The Leather Elves give an introduction of themselves and share some of their passion for training and enrichment. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet The New Hosts - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 18 From Macaws to Membership! Learn about macaws, the gentle giants of the avian world. These colorful denizens of South American can make wonderful, affectionate pets if you have the space and the right living arrangements! Apartment dwellers, ask your neighbors first! Have you ever thought about joining or starting a bird club? These helpful avian organizations have evolved from breeders sittin' around talking to real service organizations! A bird club can be a valuable resource for the pet bird owner! Fly through th ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 18 From Macaws to Membership! Learn about macaws, the gentle giants of the avian world. These colorful denizens of South American can make wonderful, affectionate pets if you have the space and the right living arrangements! Apartment dwellers, ask your neighbors first! Have you ever thought about joining or starting a bird club? These helpful avian organizations have evolved from breeders sittin' around talking to real service organizations! A bird club can be a valuable resource for the pet bird owner! Fly through th ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 17 Mad About Macaws! Join Wings 'n Things for a big Q&A session! We'll discuss air filters, fat Amazon parrots, birds and children and the pros and cons of cage litter. Blue and gold macaws are gentle giants. We'll discuss some amazing facts about these big beauties! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Mad About Macaws - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 17 Mad About Macaws! Join Wings 'n Things for a big Q&A session! We'll discuss air filters, fat Amazon parrots, birds and children and the pros and cons of cage litter. Blue and gold macaws are gentle giants. We'll discuss some amazing facts about these big beauties! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Mad About Macaws - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 16 Living Areas & Quaker Parakeets Feeling cramped? Perhaps you can stretch your living area by keeping your birds in a finished basement or remodeled garage. Check out these helpful hints! Quaker parakeets are popular pets and they also survive quite nicely in feral colonies from Maine to Florida. Learn about these sassy little survivors! Are you ready for a career as a bird sitter? Here's how! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Living Areas & Quaker Parakeets - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 16 Living Areas & Quaker Parakeets Feeling cramped? Perhaps you can stretch your living area by keeping your birds in a finished basement or remodeled garage. Check out these helpful hints! Quaker parakeets are popular pets and they also survive quite nicely in feral colonies from Maine to Florida. Learn about these sassy little survivors! Are you ready for a career as a bird sitter? Here's how! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Living Areas & Quaker Parakeets - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 15 Bird-Watching Vacations Ready to fly south? We've got some budget hints for that great exotic bird watching vacation you've always wanted to take. Get the most for your dollar when traveling to bird shows or the Outback of Australia! Eclectus parrots are elegant and beautiful. Learn about their habits and qualities that make them good pets. Traveling with your bird? Share our Top Ten Travel Tips right here! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird-Watching Vacations - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 15 Bird-Watching Vacations Ready to fly south? We've got some budget hints for that great exotic bird watching vacation you've always wanted to take. Get the most for your dollar when traveling to bird shows or the Outback of Australia! Eclectus parrots are elegant and beautiful. Learn about their habits and qualities that make them good pets. Traveling with your bird? Share our Top Ten Travel Tips right here! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird-Watching Vacations - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 14 Bird Bucks A no-nonsense approach to making the most of your avian dollars! Are you spending too much for bird food, accessories and other things? Maximize yur spending power without sacrificing quality for your feathered friends! Join us for a review of conure species and personalities. These little clowns of the avian world are sure to captivate...which one is right for you? Gimme shelter! Learn how a New York bird club is coping with the problem of unwanted pet birds! More details on this episod ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 14 Bird Bucks A no-nonsense approach to making the most of your avian dollars! Are you spending too much for bird food, accessories and other things? Maximize yur spending power without sacrificing quality for your feathered friends! Join us for a review of conure species and personalities. These little clowns of the avian world are sure to captivate...which one is right for you? Gimme shelter! Learn how a New York bird club is coping with the problem of unwanted pet birds! More details on this episod ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 13 Household Safety Audit A "Household Safety Audit" takes you on a tour of accidents waiting to happen around your home! If there's mischief to be found, your bird will find it! Learn how to reduce risk of avian injuries and how important it is to have a plan in case of fire or natural disaster. Guest Roberta Fabiano, accompanied by her mitred conure, Ratchet, joins the show for a rousing round of 'Featherbrains', a quiz game all about birds! See how many of the multiple choice questions you can answer! Then joi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 13 Household Safety Audit A "Household Safety Audit" takes you on a tour of accidents waiting to happen around your home! If there's mischief to be found, your bird will find it! Learn how to reduce risk of avian injuries and how important it is to have a plan in case of fire or natural disaster. Guest Roberta Fabiano, accompanied by her mitred conure, Ratchet, joins the show for a rousing round of 'Featherbrains', a quiz game all about birds! See how many of the multiple choice questions you can answer! Then joi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 12 Gimme Shelter - Cages and Accessories to Rock Your Bird's World We'll explore the basic necessities you need for your bird's home tweet home, from cages to dishes and play stands. During this segment we'll even get specific about bar spacing and cage size for different species. Caiques are like little clowns in bird suits! Learn about this lively, sassy species from South America in our Species Spotlight segment. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Gimme Shelter - Cages and Accessories to Rock Your Bird's World - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 12 Gimme Shelter - Cages and Accessories to Rock Your Bird's World We'll explore the basic necessities you need for your bird's home tweet home, from cages to dishes and play stands. During this segment we'll even get specific about bar spacing and cage size for different species. Caiques are like little clowns in bird suits! Learn about this lively, sassy species from South America in our Species Spotlight segment. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Gimme Shelter - Cages and Accessories to Rock Your Bird's World - with Susan Chamberlain on PetLi ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 11 Your Bird's Not Bad...he's doing what comes naturally! Understanding why your bird chews, screams, bites and makes a mess will help you devise clever ways of coping with unwanted behavior and adjusting your bird's environment to make your birdkeeping experience more pleasant! Enjoy an introduction to African grey parrots, renowned for talking and mimicking almost any sound you can imagine! Did you know the 'bare' part of the African grey's face is actually covered with very fine, hair-like feathers? We'll also take ten steps toward bird-proo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 11 Your Bird's Not Bad...he's doing what comes naturally! Understanding why your bird chews, screams, bites and makes a mess will help you devise clever ways of coping with unwanted behavior and adjusting your bird's environment to make your birdkeeping experience more pleasant! Enjoy an introduction to African grey parrots, renowned for talking and mimicking almost any sound you can imagine! Did you know the 'bare' part of the African grey's face is actually covered with very fine, hair-like feathers? We'll also take ten steps toward bird-proo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 10 Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds Does your bird hate its cage or suffer from night frights? The solution may be right in front of you! Think like a bird and get quick results! Every bird owner's nightmare: Your bird flies away and you're in a panic! Believe it or not, there are things you can do to increase the odds of getting your bird back! Learn some of the ways that you can 'escape-proof' your bird too! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds -with Susan Chamberlain on Pet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 10 Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds Does your bird hate its cage or suffer from night frights? The solution may be right in front of you! Think like a bird and get quick results! Every bird owner's nightmare: Your bird flies away and you're in a panic! Believe it or not, there are things you can do to increase the odds of getting your bird back! Learn some of the ways that you can 'escape-proof' your bird too! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds -with Susan Chamberlain on Pet ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 09 Holiday Hazards and Supplementary Heat and Lighting Deck the Halls With Boughs of Polly! Have a fun and bird-safe Holiday season! Learn what hazards to avoid to keep your feathered friend safe during this festive time of year! Cracker, it's cold outside! Learn how to keep your bird warm and toasty during the chilly winter months. Do you get depressed because it gets dark so early? Your bird suffers effects from shortened hours of daylight too, but you can help with supplementary, full-spectrum lighting. More details on this episode MP3 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 09 Holiday Hazards and Supplementary Heat and Lighting Deck the Halls With Boughs of Polly! Have a fun and bird-safe Holiday season! Learn what hazards to avoid to keep your feathered friend safe during this festive time of year! Cracker, it's cold outside! Learn how to keep your bird warm and toasty during the chilly winter months. Do you get depressed because it gets dark so early? Your bird suffers effects from shortened hours of daylight too, but you can help with supplementary, full-spectrum lighting. More details on this episode MP3 ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 07 Your Questions Answered Have you ever wondered about the pros and cons of a planted aviary? Despaired at the amount of poop produced by your parrot? Considered traveling abroad or by air with your pet bird? Roberta Fabiano joins the show for a lively discussion of all three topics! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Your Questions Answered -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 07 Your Questions Answered Have you ever wondered about the pros and cons of a planted aviary? Despaired at the amount of poop produced by your parrot? Considered traveling abroad or by air with your pet bird? Roberta Fabiano joins the show for a lively discussion of all three topics! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Your Questions Answered -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 06 Seven Days in Parrotdise Put on your explorer's helmet and join me for an adventure in 'parrotdise'! Alexander the Great's troops brought parrots to Europe from India in 327BC. Later, Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus were captivated by the parrots they saw during their journeys. Now it's our turn to discover the joys, responsibilities and revelations of parrot parenthood! Folllow me as I navigate through Seven Days in Parrotdise! Later, we'll answer questions about using natural branches in your bird's cage and ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 06 Seven Days in Parrotdise Put on your explorer's helmet and join me for an adventure in 'parrotdise'! Alexander the Great's troops brought parrots to Europe from India in 327BC. Later, Marco Polo and Christopher Columbus were captivated by the parrots they saw during their journeys. Now it's our turn to discover the joys, responsibilities and revelations of parrot parenthood! Folllow me as I navigate through Seven Days in Parrotdise! Later, we'll answer questions about using natural branches in your bird's cage and ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 05 All Amazons, All the Time! Imagine spending your life with a quartet of spirited Amazon parrots! If one is this much fun, will two or more be even more of a party? Explore the history, care and characteristics of these personality-packed green guys! They're not for everyone, but if you're up for the challenge, Amazon parrots can be lifelong companions! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -All Amazons, All the Time! -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 05 All Amazons, All the Time! Imagine spending your life with a quartet of spirited Amazon parrots! If one is this much fun, will two or more be even more of a party? Explore the history, care and characteristics of these personality-packed green guys! They're not for everyone, but if you're up for the challenge, Amazon parrots can be lifelong companions! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -All Amazons, All the Time! -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 04 Can We Talk! A lively Q&A session featuring some thought provoking dilemmas faced by companion bird owners. Is your spouse endangering your bird with over-zealous cleaning? Is there any safe-non sitck cookware? What's the best way to keep your bird away from ceiling fans? Tune in for the answers to these and other questions. The second segment of this episode of Wings 'n Things is all about teaching your bird to talk! Try these easy and effective methods to encourage your feathered friend to speak yo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 04 Can We Talk! A lively Q&A session featuring some thought provoking dilemmas faced by companion bird owners. Is your spouse endangering your bird with over-zealous cleaning? Is there any safe-non sitck cookware? What's the best way to keep your bird away from ceiling fans? Tune in for the answers to these and other questions. The second segment of this episode of Wings 'n Things is all about teaching your bird to talk! Try these easy and effective methods to encourage your feathered friend to speak yo ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 03 Bird-Proofing Your Home Susan talks about keeping your pet bird safe and sound in your home, and how to avoid the dangers that lurk within! Roberta Fabiano joins Susan again to talk about "crazy parrot questions". More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird-Proofing Your Home -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 03 Bird-Proofing Your Home Susan talks about keeping your pet bird safe and sound in your home, and how to avoid the dangers that lurk within! Roberta Fabiano joins Susan again to talk about "crazy parrot questions". More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird-Proofing Your Home -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 02 Crazy 'Bout Conures? Meet Roberta Fabiano and mitred conure, 'Ratchet'! An overview of conure habitats, behavior and preferences. Yes, birds certainly do have strong preferences, and conures are no exception! These lively little clowns can be noisy, busy and very lovable. Roberta shares her experiences with the 'Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill' along with a very special song she wrote about three of the birds in Mark Bittner's book of the same title. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -B ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 02 Crazy 'Bout Conures? Meet Roberta Fabiano and mitred conure, 'Ratchet'! An overview of conure habitats, behavior and preferences. Yes, birds certainly do have strong preferences, and conures are no exception! These lively little clowns can be noisy, busy and very lovable. Roberta shares her experiences with the 'Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill' along with a very special song she wrote about three of the birds in Mark Bittner's book of the same title. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -B ... Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 01 Bird Care for Birdbrains! The least you need to know when you decide to share your home with a pet bird...it's not a hobby; it's a lifestyle! You'll learn what things around the house may be dangerous to your bird, the pros and cons of wing clipping, and valuable shortcuts to your new career as a bird servant! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird Care for Birdbrains -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 01 Bird Care for Birdbrains! The least you need to know when you decide to share your home with a pet bird...it's not a hobby; it's a lifestyle! You'll learn what things around the house may be dangerous to your bird, the pros and cons of wing clipping, and valuable shortcuts to your new career as a bird servant! More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird Care for Birdbrains -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 00 Introduction Susan Chamberlain welcomes everyone to her new show, Wings 'n Things on PetLifeRadio.com, and discusses the topics she will be covering all about pet birds in future episodes. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Introduction -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache | PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 00 Introduction Susan Chamberlain welcomes everyone to her new show, Wings 'n Things on PetLifeRadio.com, and discusses the topics she will be covering all about pet birds in future episodes. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Introduction -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com Listen | Listen in your iPhone | Download | View full cache |