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This guide will help you set up a suitable environment for your new parrot. It covers various aspects, including cages, toys, playtime, and behavior. The initial days and weeks may require some adjustment, but we are here to support you throughout the process.

  • Start by setting up a spacious cage for your new parrot
  • Provide a variety of toys to keep your parrot entertained
  • Ensure your parrot gets enough playtime and exercise outside of the cage
  • Understand and address any behavior issues that may arise



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What you will get in the course

Exciting features of my courses

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This class contains everything you need, with downloadable files and videos too!

Community access

Access to our wonderful community to share and learn more

24/7 Access

Access the course anytime, anywhere, forever!

Course Curriculum

Understand in detail on what is planned under each module

Welcome!

Before They Come Home

Veterinary Care

Yearly Cost Estimate

Special Considerations

Household Dangers

The Challenges

The Will

Environment

Cages

Positive Reinforcement

Positive Reinforcement Handout

Selecting A Reinforcer

Toys

Playgyms, stands, and stations

Outdoor Access

Diet and Nutrition

Sleep

Body Language

Does it talk?

Problem Behaviours

Expectations

Human Lifestyles

Take the quiz!

Bird Species - Small

Bird Species - Medium

Bird Species - Large

Choosing With Confidence

Trust Bank Accounts

After They Come Home

Step Up

Step Up Video

Stationing

Biting

Screaming

When To Ask For Help

Summary

Ongoing Learning

Completion

About Your Instructor

Robin is the owner and head instructor of Parrot SOS.

Robin has over 20 years experience working with parrots of all species. She started with a love for budgies, breeding and showing English budgies. She moved on to more academic pursuits taking Biology and Animal Behaviour at University of Calgary.

Robin is a:

  • Certified Parrot Behavior Consultant with IAABC
  • Certified Professional Bird Trainer with the IATCB
  • Certified Training Partner with the Karen Pryor Academy
  •  Accredited Dog Trainer with IAABC.

Robin has extensive training with the NEI Professional Animal Trainer Program, IAABCs Principles and Practice, Dr. Susan Friedmans' Living and Learning with Animals, ABA certificate from the Geneva Centre for Autism, Pijac Avian Certified, courses with Barbara Heidenreich, as well as free-flight training through Cockatoo Downs.

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Frequently asked questions

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Need more help? Get one-on-one coaching!

Parrot SOS offers one-on-one coaching to provide exactly what you need for your unique situation. This provides a full assessment from a certified behavior professional, and a working plan so you can solve your behaviour problem. Tailored to you, your bird, and your unique situation!