"Discusses the selection, housing, diet, handling, grooming, and health of a new bird"--Provided by publisher.

An essential handbook for gardeners looking to include animal husbandry in their skill set. Bloom covers everything from chicken-keeping basics, simple garden plans and tips on attractive fencing options, to the best plants and plants to avoid, and step-by-step instructions for getting chicken gardens up and running.

"This photo-illustrated book for early readers tells how to take care of a pet bird and tells about a few types of birds that make good pets"--

From two noted experts-the first in-depth book on teaching your bird to talk Teaching a bird to talk isn't as difficult as it may seem. In this easy-to-follow guide, avian experts Diane Grindol and Tom Roudybush reveal how you can communicate with your parrot far beyond "hello" and, in turn, understand what your bird is trying to communicate to you. Teaching Your Bird to Talk compiles an impressive amount of background, training, and research regarding...

Getting a pet for the first time is so much fun, but also means new responsibilities. Birds are a popular pet to choose, especially if parents have prior experience. But how does a young reader learn bird care? With the help of this practical, helpful book! This volume provides everything a new bird owner needs to care for and bond with their new feathered friend! From bathing to whistling and everything in between, all the needs of a bird are communicated...

"Parakeets are a favorite bird for a reason. They are very gentle. They are easy to train. Your life will change with a parakeet. Before you buy one, you will want to get your house ready. Learning how to take care of a parakeet before you bring one home is very important." --

Tweet! Tweet! Birds make fun pets. Some are small and some are tall. Some are colorful and some have crests. Young readers will learn about the appearance, behavior, and abilities of pet birds, and discover why these feathered friends make amazing pets.

"Birds make an excellent pet for some people, but they would be a poor fit for others. How can you tell if a bird is the right pet for you? Readers are able to answer this question after learning what it takes to care for a pet bird. Along the way, they are introduced to a variety of popular birds and find fact boxes with additional information about these animals. Readers are even able to make something fun for a feathered friend with the help of...

From where they sleep to what they eat and how you can make them feel safe and at home, this book gives you all the pet care advice you need to become a bird's best pal. Learn the inside information on how birds communicate, what games they like to play, and how to understand their behavior, so you can build a bond with your pet that will last a lifetime.

When Hank leaves his bike in the driveway to be run over by his dad, he needs to help pay for a new one. But Hank is a kid. What can he do? Pet-sitting sounds easy! Janie asks Hank to watch her parrot Pete. Hank feels like a pirate! But Pete talks too much. And can Hank keep up with the mess?