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African Greys have a deserved reputation for extreme intelligence and ability to repeat words. They make fascinating pets and companions. Books in the Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series present basic information about pets for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction covers feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, protection against hazards, and more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand, but most titles also present facts that even experienced pet owners and breeders will find new and useful. All books in this series are filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line art. Length averages between 64 and 104 pages.

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  • Paperback: 96 pages
  • Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (May 1, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0764110357
  • ISBN-13: 978-0764110351
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 6.3 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #71,337 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST COMPENDIUM OF PARROT INFO OUT THERE, July 20, 2001
I have worked with parrots for 16 years, starting as a pet lover and ending up as a professional interspecies communication researcher. This book is the BEST book there is in terms of the range and depth of useful information in it. I have looked at or read all of the books on parrots out there. Most of the books about them that petstores sell are ridiculous descriptive essays without the in-depth information you need to know to deal with real life situations. This book is one of the few to give a comprehensive range of information not only about parrot care, but also about ongoing interactions, how to train your parrot to do all sorts of things, instinctual parrot body language, and even how to help a parrot preen its feathers...I wish I had had this book when I first got a bird--it would have saved me a lot of time, and even spared me from a painful bite or two as I learned some of what she teaches the hard way. I ended up having to learn a lot of this stuff on my own over many years of painstaking observation, whereas the writer is able to summarize things in a clear and simple to understand way. Maggie is obviously a very dedicated lover of African Gray parrots, and has not only done her own in depth observations but has also done a lot of homework and researched everything a pet owner would need to know. This book not only gives tips on how to deal with the day-to-day business of keeping a parrot well and happy, it also gives more information to help you take your relationship with your parrot beyond what the typical pet-owner can imagine. There are great tips here for helping to develop a more mutual engagement, communication, and understanding with these highly intelligent animals. I think it should be required reading for anyone interested in living with a parrot, and if I could recommend just one book this would be it.
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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars I guarantee you will learn from this book..., May 24, 2001
By Paulette Jacob (Covington, LA USA) - See all my reviews
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This book is a "must have" for any person living with a grey parrot! I am totally impressed with the value of its contents. Ms. Wright offers the person living with a grey parrot the most comprehensive, usable advise I have ever seen in a manual about African greys to date--and believe me, I've read them all. This book gets inside the mind of the African grey parrot like never before. Not only are you afforded the expertise of the author's experience with greys, which is extensive, but her excellent choice of resources are the most trusted people in the avian world today. Her attention to detail is remarkable. She has thought of possibly every case scenario to help a person get inside the head of these complicated, intelligent parrots-not without doing so in an easy to read, enjoyable writing style. If you have a new baby grey or, better yet, planning to get one in the near future, do yourself and your little one a favor and read this book. If you are a seasoned African grey's person, please don't let this one pass you by. You will find new advice and thought processes to help you improve your relationship with your African grey parrot. I know I did! It just goes to show that we should never stop learning when we live with parrots. To tell you that you will be getting your money's worth is an understatement.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Adequate book for parrot enthusiasts, December 29, 2003
By Travis C. Ward "C. William Anderson" (Silverton, OR United States) - See all my reviews
  
This is an adequate book and a good value for the money. The color prints make it a good buy so don't hesitate to buy it as a gift for a youngster.

Still, THE AFRICAN GREY PARROT HANDBOOK, and KEEPING AFRICAN GREY PARROTS are far better in every respect for those adults among you.

Buy AFRICAN GREY PARROTS for your loved one. It's well worth the eight dollars! But buy KEEPING AFRICAN GREY PARROTS, or THE AFRICAN GREY PARROT HANDBOOK for YOURSELF!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Guide Book
This book is a perfect mix of technical information and practical tips on caring for African Grey Parrots. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Neil L. Putz

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Start on African Grey
This is a good introduction to African Grey Parrots. It is a bit compacted, but a good product nonetheless.
Published 5 months ago by Elizardo Bascoy

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
This is a wonderful book on Greys. Must have for a beginner. You can never have too much information. I've had my Timneh for 9 years now and this book is one of my favorites.
Published 6 months ago by Emmaleigh

5.0 out of 5 stars VERY GOOD BOOK
It is a great book, answering everything an owner has to know for an African Grey parrot.
Published on February 22, 2007 by Jack B.

5.0 out of 5 stars Kim Bloomer, co-author Whole Health for Happy Dogs
I recently read Maggie's book and was very delighted with it. I have never owned a bird, but have always been fascinated by them. Read more
Published on July 6, 2006 by K. Bloomer

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read
This little book is packed with information about how to care for, and be a good companion to, the incredibly intelligent African Grey parrot. Read more
Published on May 31, 2006 by Brian L.

5.0 out of 5 stars well .. what Can I say lol
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Published on March 1, 2006 by Richard W. Rust

5.0 out of 5 stars Great parrots
Book give us all knowledge to start take care of african grey parrots.

Very good Book
Published on October 16, 2005 by Eng Luis Tavares

4.0 out of 5 stars Read before buying a Grey
I was set on buying an African Grey so I purchased this book in advance. It has wonderful specific information on Greys. Read more
Published on January 18, 2004 by Patricia Hennessey

5.0 out of 5 stars Good basic info.
As a new parrot owner and novice African Grey mom, I was looking for a book to give me an overview. This book does the trick. Read more
Published on June 11, 2002 by SuperFids

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