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SUMMARY:Struggling with Biting & Screaming?
DESCRIPTION:A LIVE Facebook Group talk with Lara Joseph sponsored by a fellow member!  50 minute talk with time for Q & A! \nJoin us for practical\, science based solutions to common behavior challenges with your pet parrots.\nTaught by Lara Joseph\, Owner of The Animal Behavior Center specializing in Applied Behavior Analysis.
URL:https://www.theanimalbehaviorcenter.com/event/struggling-with-biting-screaming/
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SUMMARY:Avian Nutrition Summit 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Avian Nutrition Summit is dedicated to advancing the science and practice of avian nutrition through evidence-based education\, interdisciplinary collaboration\, and practical application. This summit seeks to bridge research\, clinical practice\, conservation biology\, and everyday feeding strategies to improve the health\, welfare\, and longevity of companion and managed parrots.\nThis event brings together experts in veterinary care\, nutrition\, aviculture\, behavior\, conservation\, and avian management to explore current research\, challenge outdated feeding paradigms\, and develop informed\, adaptable approaches to avian nutrition. By fostering dialogue across disciplines\, the summit aims to translate scientific knowledge into actionable strategies that support both physiological health and behavioral wellbeing.\nParticipants will leave with a practical set of ideas to immediately implement with their own birds. Participants will include pet owners\, veterinary workers\, zookeepers\, aviculturists\, and anyone interested in learning more about improved avian care and management.\nVision Statement\nThe vision of the Avian Nutrition Summit is to become a leading forum for shaping the future of parrot feeding through scientific rigor\, critical thinking\, and innovation. The summit strives to promote a holistic understanding of avian nutrition — recognizing the interplay between diet composition\, microbiome health\, natural feeding ecology\, environmental enrichment\, and long-term welfare outcomes.\nGuided by a commitment to curiosity\, transparency\, and continuous learning\, the summit envisions a global community where:\nEvidence-based nutrition replaces anecdotal or outdated feeding practices.\nCollaboration between researchers and practitioners accelerates meaningful progress. \nDiverse perspectives contribute to a deeper understanding of parrot dietary needs. \nCaregivers are empowered with knowledge that supports both physical health and species-appropriate behavior. \nThrough education\, dialogue\, and shared discovery\, the Avian Nutrition Summit aims to elevate standards of care and inspire a new generation of innovation in avian nutrition. \nFor those attending in person\, a certificate of attendance will be made available digitally post-event.\nSpeakers: \nDr. Jamie Abete\, Avian Veterinarian\, Niles Animal Hospital\nSophie Barnett & David Trebus\, Certified Professional Bird Trainers\, Best Behaved Birds\nDr. Jason Crean\, Biologist & Principle Investigator\, Animal Nutrition Laboratory\, Saint Xavier University & Formulator\, Biodiversity Bird Blends\nDr. Caroline Efstathion\, Conservation Biologist\, Avian Preservation & Education Conservancy\nLara Joseph\, Behavior Specialist\, The Animal Behavior Center\nDr. Tatiana Tatum\, Geneticist & Principle Investigator\, Animal Nutrition Laboratory\, Saint Xavier University\nMegan Victoriano\, Curator of Birds\, St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park\nDr. EV Voltura\, Parrot Nutrition Researcher\, Schubot Center for Avian Health\, Texas A&M University
URL:https://www.theanimalbehaviorcenter.com/event/avian-nutrition-summit-2026/
LOCATION:The Biodiversity Bird Blends Avian Education Center\, 5817 S. Orange Ave\, Orlando\, FL
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jason Crean":MAILTO:jason@drcrean.com
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