Dear Parrots magazine,
I have read much about diet, in Parrots magazine and, in particular, about supplements. So having a Grey as a companion bird, which spends most of his time in our house, I thought, perhaps, he needs something ‘extra’? I have read a great deal about supplements and have always been a little wary, but thought they may be beneficial?
Dear Parrots magazine,
As a NSW Australia licensed breeder of Turquoisine Grass Parakeets (Neophema Pulchella), I read your April 2010 (Issue 147) with interest. In the article by Pauline James, I found the disturbing statement (bottom of page 19) that “... it is unusual for Turquoisines to survive for much longer than 6-7 years.” With a lifespan about twice that of budgies, if you are not getting 15 years or more out of most of your Turquoisine Parakeets, you are doing something wrong!
Dear Parrots magazine,
In the last issue of this magazine(August) Jane Worthly describes her experiences with supplement, which I found extremely interesting. However, I am totally confused about them and can never decide whether to use them or not.
Dear Parrots magazine,
I really enjoyed reading Jacquie's story about her free-flying birds. I particularly appreciated her candor in reporting the ups and downs (pun intended) of her birds' free-flying adventures. That takes courage, as I've found the parrot community can be well meaning but judgemental.
Dear Parrots magazine,
I have read in the avian press about parrot harnesses and whether or not they should be used. With much hot weather during this summer, I really wanted to take my Amazon outside and on walks with me so have taken an interest in harnesses, as I am totally opposed to wing clipping! But I thought they are not the ideal thing to use on a feathered creature, so have been somewhat reluctant to buy one.
Dear Parrots magazine,
One of the first columns I go to is Eb Cravens 'Complete Psittacine', as I love his whole approach to keeping parrots. I have heard him speak at conventions and the way he promotes natural ways for his birds is brilliant.
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