The Parakeet Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) [Paperback]

Annette Wolter (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2000

These fascinating birds are green as they are found in their native Australian environment, but selective breeding in captivity has resulted in a stunning variety of colors. Here is virtually everything a prospective parakeet owner needs to know about keeping one or more of these birds. Titles in Barron's popular Pet Handbooks series instruct pet owners on health care, proper feeding and housing, and other facts important to owners and their pets. All books in this series have high quality, full-color photos, instructive line drawings, and run to an average of approximately 140 pages or more.

Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series; 2 edition (January 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764110187
• ISBN-13: 978-0764110184
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 6.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #244,983 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #83 in Books > Crafts, Hobbies & Home > Animal Care & Pets > Birds

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent for Beginner Bird Owners, December 22, 2002

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sonnet103 (Westerlo, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Parakeet Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) (Paperback)

I recently acquired 2 gregarious parakeets (Budgies, more specifically) and have found this book to be a wonderful resource regarding the proper care of my new friends. It also offers a wealth of information about behavior (why they do some of the crazy things they do) and health propblems to be on the lookout for.

I feel like a much better prepared bird owner having read this book, it was a great place to start.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Covers the basics......, January 1, 2005

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Dianne Foster "Di" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Parakeet Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) (Paperback)

As far as I am concerned, when it comes to books on pet birds, Barron's books are the best. BUDGERIGARS by Immanuel Birmelin (translated by Matthew Vriends) falls into this category, although it is somewhat condensed compared with a few other books on the market. However, Birmelin covers all the important issues, such as caging, food, and other aspects of maintenance that you need to know to get started taking care of a pet Budgie.

My favorite section is about "playing" with your pet Budgie. Budgies are intelligent little parrots and you can have hours of fun if you choose to by providing them with sources of amusement. Birmelin lists `The 10 Most Popular Games' you can play with your Budgie and "How-To: Fun and Games." Did you know you could play card games with Budgies?

Although we never want to think about the possibility, sometimes a Budgie gets sick. Birmelin includes a section "If Your Bird Gets Sick" that gives you some ideas of what you can do besides get upset. In this section he includes a `Checklist - Preventing Illness' which is helpful especially if this is your first bird. Keeping his cage clean is a good thing to do, and spending time with him every day will keep him happy. A happy Budgie is a healthy Budgie.

13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Parakeet Handbook, October 30, 2000

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Jewal (Renton, WA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Parakeet Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks) (Paperback)

Very informative book. I decided to buy 2 birds after reading it! The author is extremely thorough in guiding the reader through all aspects of owning and caring for parakeets. She does, however, tend to be very open with her opinion on having a minimum of 2 birds, but not pushy about it either. I compared this book with several others from the library, and this is the most concise and easy to follow.