Marc Morrone's Ask the Bird Keeper

Made famous on The Martha Stewart Show on television and Sirius radio, Marc Morrone is front and center to answer his fans' questions about their pet birds. In Ask the Bird Keeper, Marc's quirky, entertaining personality shines on every page as he shares his wisdom, know-how, and hilarious anecdotes to answer dozens of questions. In nine chapters, this book offers answers on hundreds of topics about: *Health and anatomy *Food, dietary changes, supplements, and people food *Cage options, choosing the right size cage and equipment, and cleaning tips *Training and bonding *Hyperactivity, noise issues, and challenging bird behaviors *And more! Marc's chapter on bird health is a true primer in what owners can and cannot do, from first aid tips and trimming to broken tails, parasites, parrot fever, and bird flu. While Marc is often laugh-out-loud funny in all of the chapters, it is his genuine admiration and respect for his avian friends that make this book a unique resource for all bird owners and lovers. Filled with real, first-hand information and reliable tips, readers will be laughing and learning in equal measure! This book is beautifully designed and illustrated with color photographs, as well as original artwork by Jason O'Malley.