2 comments about The Atlas of Parrots of the World.

1. It was very informative and i liked it very much.



2. Parrot

2 comments about Finches For Dummies (For Dummies (Pets)).

1. Good information. For the most part it was what I was looking for, but the other book that I bought was more helpful. Zebra Finches (Barron's)



2. This book provides good basic information and is written in an easy to understand manner. The chapters are easy to follow and topics are divided into helpful tips, reminders, warnings and technical stuff. If you are thinking of adding a finch to your home, you will find a lot of great information in the book.
   
   The full review can be found at my website

3 comments about The Cockatiel: An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet (Your Happy Healthy Pet).

1. This book is informative and well set out. Looking up a paticular part is easy. It has good pictures and is easy to read. It needs to expand a little more in the illness section as when my bird was ill, the symptons did not match any in the book. It is a good book for kids to start with as it goes through care of a cockatiel, diet and general day to day concerns. If you have a sick bird, another book on the shelf is recommended.



2. This book is not just for owners of cockatiels.

   When I first bought my pet tiel, this book was very helpful in discussing all the elements of owning a new cockatiel.

   Ms. Rach does a very nice job of outlining all the necessary steps in making sure your tile is healthy and happy.

   Various chapters in the book include nutrition, training, taming, purchasing, health, diagnosing sickness, cockatiel behavior and other helpful chapters.

   The book is enjoyable to read as Ms.Rach draws from her love and experience in raising these wonderful birds.

   What is distinguishing about her book and other books is her style of writing. You can really tell that she really loves these particular birds.

   The book does not delve into the subjects of breeding or other heavy duty bird type topics such as formulating your own bird seed diet, etc. But if you are a new cockatiel owner who needs a good basic book about how to take care of your bird, I would recommend this book to you.




3. This book is good, It dosen't talk to much on one topic, however it does talk about almost everything such as feeding, behaviour, history, taming (training) and more. However if you want a more usefull book that tells you what to do and how this isn't the book for you.

1 comments about The Complete Book of Canaries.

1. This book is arranged alphabetically to allow the rapid access of any information about canaries. Dodwell is an expert fancier who has been instrumental in re-establishing some of the old canary breeds in Britain. The book is richly illustrated with official breed standard sketches published by the CONFEDERATION ORNITHOLOGIQUE MONDIALE, modern photographs, and vintage Victorian canary breed illustrations. With very indepth and accurate information,this book will be of value to hobyists as well as lovers of interesting books.

No comments about Birds of Prey: Health and Disease.

3 comments about Conures As a New Pet (Tu-028).

1. ...the author of this book was the just publisher's secretary...the publisher is Herb Axelrod and under cross-examination during litigation against him Ms. Barrie said whenever Axelrod assigned her to do a book she just went to the library for references and then spent a week writing each one...testifying under oath she couldn't even tell the plaintiff's lawyer what a conure was!!...Axelrod ultimately was sentenced to 18 months in prison for tax evasion and Ms. Barrie is now working as a dental hygienist...I'd be careful about taking advice from any of her books.



2. This book was well written, provided pictures, and can generally educate the individual that is considering a conure as a pet. The information is broad, not nearly as focused on single companion bird situations as I would have liked. But, still a good educational and informative source.



3. this book is great!! myself i have a gold caped conure she is the greatest pet on earth! she is my bestest friend in the world this book told me about how these birds are with other people and the owners gold caped conure was the best one shure enough it was right!! and she is priceless she is the greatest im glad i chose her! thanks to this book i have her!!

No comments about Parrotlet Handbook (Barron's Pet Handbooks).

4 comments about Stroud's Digest on the Diseases of Birds.

1. We rescue an average of 1000 birds a year and we owe a lot of our success to Robert Stroud. We use all his methods and we average about a 12 percent loss in our birds. He is our mentor and we have proven his methods work. The national rate for losses in wild birds is 33 percent we have averaged out to 12 percent. If you don't buy and then use Stroud's methods you will loose out.



2. As a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine I have found this book of both practical and historical interest. It is still considered a standard work of the diagnosis and treatment of Avian diseases. A modern bird breeder would not be at fault in following Mr. Stroud's advice. While browsing the library of a retired colleague, I found what I believe to be a first edition of Stroudt's Digest. Can anyone tell me how to confirm this? The edition I have bears the copyright date of 1943, the dedication and forward are dated 1939. Was there a printing between 1939 and 1943?



3. Mr. Stroud spent, according to the publisher's notes, 54 years in solitary confinement--All of it devoted to the study of how to identify and cure the diseases of birds. This book although written many years ago, is still a comprehensive study of the diseases, injuries, ailments and conditions of birds. There are few vetinarians who have studied bird ailments so intensively, or can give such detailed and practical information on how to identify what is wrong with them. I suspect the modern state of avian medicine owes a great debt to the work of Mr. Stroud. The text is clear and even when technical, explains the condition, symptoms, cause or suspected causes and known or possible treatments in practical terms. Mr. Stroud's book was written when there were few avian veterinarians available to help bird breeders and owners. That problem persists to this day. The information provided covers the entire range, from the mundane to the exotic. I would not be surprized to learn that Mr. Stroud's techniques, discoveries and research are the backbone of all modern avian medicine and avian veterinary curriculum. The book also provides detailed vitamin requirement analysis and food sources as well as descriptions of vitamin deficiency ailments. It is amazing that so much information is packed into one book. I have seen nothing in any owner handbooks that I did not find in Mr. Stroud's book with more detail and clarity. As any bird owner who has had a sick bird knows, birds can progress from barely noticable illness to death while searching for a vet who knows anything about avian medicine at all. Mr. Stroud's book should be perused by all bird owners. And if one proceeds with caution regarding the suggested medications of Mr. Stroud which may be outdated or have better alternatives available in this modern day, this book can still provide health giving and life-saving information that one can apply while one is waiting for the vet to call back.



4. This is the book written by the famous "Birdman of Alcatraz", a convicted 2-time murderer in Alcatraz who kept pet birds and treated their injurries. This is a large and elaborate book on bird diseases. It looks quite technical, but I am not a veterinarian and cannot offer any comments on its technical validity. The book is an absolute classic and a must-have for any collection of bird books. Stroud has been dead since 1963, so I see no reason to hesitate to buy the book just because the author was a murderer.

No comments about Quick & Easy Zebra Finch Care.

3 comments about Birds of a Feather: Tales of a Wild Bird Haven.

1. To put is simply, this is a must for nature lovers...birds, in particular! Adventures of our feathered friends always makes for a fun read.



2. To anyone who loves animals, but especially birds, this is a wonderful book. I've been trying to locate the author's other books since Amazon recommended this one. The reference function that Amazon provides has been very helpful; I've found several books I didn't know about through that. The humor and love shine with every chapter and you won't be sorry you bought it. Dee



3. Black-and-white photographs illustrate Birds Of A Feather: Tales Of A Wild Bird Haven, which tells true-life stories of award-winning author Linda Johns' experiences rehabilitating wild birds. From raising a chick to its first feathers to taking in a badly injured mother duck and her children to learning how to write with a pigeon on one's arm, Birds Of A Feather gives an unabashed look at the ups, downs, special joys and sad tragedies of caring for feathered friends in need day in and day out. Heartwarming and highly recommended for bird lovers especially.