I love being in touch with people that want to better their lives with their animals and better the lives of animals in general. Most of you that ... Read More
Training
When Does Training Cease?
What is training anyway? Training is our primary form of communication with the animal(s) in our care. We are always training, the questions ... Read More
When Does Training Cease?
What is training anyway? Training is our primary form of communication with the animal(s) in our care. We are always training, the questions ... Read More
Behavior Serves A Purpose…
Behavior serves a purpose for the individual doing the behaving. If the behavior proves of no value for the individual, the animal or human will have ... Read More
What a Little Flight Can Do
I'm sure many people are ready for this winter to be over. I'm a big lover of the snow and cold but this winter has been long enough and I'm ready for ... Read More
Beginning the New Year
I love to write in my blog. I enjoy writing about my experiences and observations with the birds I have. Our recent move has kept me from doing this ... Read More
A New Chapter, Turning the Page for the Birds
Dearest Blog, I have not abandoned thee. I wanted to post an update. I know several people have heard me talk over the past year about wanting ... Read More
Live On-Line Classes and Consultations Now Available
I am very excited to be introducing a new project I have been putting together for quite a while. I am now offering on-line meetings, classes, and ... Read More
A Question About an Issue with Nipping
Question: Hi Lara. Two people have highly referred me to you. I have a blue-throated macaw and she is really nippy and pulling new feathers out. ... Read More
It’s That Time of Year Again…
I sit here and type this as Rico, my umbrella cockatoo is chipping away on some wood I put on top of the cupboards in the kitchen. Yea, it is that ... Read More
Time For You & Independence For Them…
It's easy to do...it's easy to get wrapped up in the daily lives of taking care of our bird(s). Change waters, fresh food, fresh veggies, new toys, ... Read More
Taking the ‘Command’ out of the Positive Reinforcement Vocabulary
To the best of my ability I try to implement positive reinforcement techniques, approaches, and training to my every day interactions with the birds ... Read More