Secrets of Parrot Training

Most people who buy parrots have three wishes. They wish it to do tricks. They wish it to talk. They wish it to obey on command. The first wish usually comes true, simply because parrots are comical birds and like to do amusing things. The second wish often comes true as the owners work with [...]

How to Train an African Grey Parrot – Part 1

Parrot training is more or less effective, depending on the bird. The African Grey Parrot has come to be known as the easiest to train – especially when it comes to talking. Not only can you train an African Grey Parrot to mimic your words, but also to obey your commands. With as little as [...]

How to Train an African Grey Parrot – Part 2

Part 1 of this article discussed African Grey behavior modification. As we move into Part 2, let’s look at teaching new behavior to an African Grey parrot. Offer a Big Carrot Parrot training proceeds more quickly if you make sure your African Grey is somewhat hungry. You will not want to starve him, of course. [...]

Parrot Talking up a Storm!

Of the thousands and thousands of different birds in the world, few have the reputation of the parrot for talking up a storm. True, a bird can learn to mimic a few words, but the parrot is known for talking. Visit a pet store where there is a parrot talking, and you may hear non-stop [...]

Kinds of Talking Parrots

One reason many people decide to buy a parrot is simply that they want to hear it talk. Oh, they like the colors, and they like the big, beady eyes. They may be intrigued by the strong beak and the thick tongue, but they really want a talking parrot. Various Kinds of Talking Parrots Many [...]

Can Quaker Parrots Be Taught to Talk?

Can Quaker parrots be taught to talk? The question was asked with a big dream hanging on every word. They wished the Quaker parrot to talk, but they did not know whether it could. It had refused so far. Can Quaker parrots be taught to talk? Yes, they can. Most parrots can talk. A lot [...]

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