Bobbi
Brinker shares her knowledge and experience with African greys in
all of the areas that are important for the pet owner and for the
breeder. Bobbi's unsurpassed understanding of the essential African
grey is matched only by her ability to convey the information with
respect, compassion, and empathy for greys and for the people with
whom they share their lives. Bobbi's
love and respect for these birds is obvious throughout the book. She
offers sound, sensible information in a series of thought-provoking
articles. The book represents the author's deep convictions drawn
from years of observation and experience hand raising grey babies. Common misunderstandings about African greys are explained clearly
and with an inescapable logic.
The book contains important and vital
information presented in a clear and relevant way for prospective
African grey owners. Although the title leads one to conclude this
book is exclusively about grey parrots, it is an important guide and
reference for owners of all parrot species. Originally
published and distributed by the author to aviaries and grey owners,
Lucky Press is very proud to have obtained the worldwide English publishing
rights to Bobbi Brinker's book and to offer the second edition of For the Love of Greys to the trade and to the public.
Many of the articles in this book have been translated into Italian, Japanese,
Russian, and Polish on the World Wide Web. Many of the author's articles have
been reprinted in bird club newsletters, nationally and internationally
and offered as educational handouts at conferences and bird fairs.
This book and her articles are given by other breeders to their clients
to help them better understand and manage their African greys.
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Reviews —
"The
first thought that struck me when beginning to read this book was
that here is a lady who is most definitely in love with African Greys
— it shines through every page . . . If anyone is considering
embarking on breeding and hand-rearing greys, the chapters on breeding,
hand-rearing methods and weaning should be required reading by law
as it clearly shows the dedication needed to do it properly! I thoroughly
recommend this book, both to novices looking for their first baby
and also seasoned grey owners, as it certainly describes the commitment
needed when sharing our lives with these delightful parrots."
–Tracy Gwillim, Parrots Magazine
"The
information about African grey parrots shared by the author goes well
beyond simple description. She offers clear and relevant direction
regarding all aspects of care and breeding of African grey parrots.
Her love and respect for these birds is obvious throughout the book
. . . Although the title, For the Love of Greys, leads one
to conclude that this book is exclusively about African greys, it
is sure to become an important guide and reference for owners of all
parrot species. I highly recommend this 'must own' book for the novice
and expert alike." –Carolyn Swicegood, The AFA Watchbird
"Numerous
books have been written on African greys, most of which contain general
technical information. For the Love of Greys, however, is based
largely on the experiences of the author, who is a long-time African
grey breeder. As a result, this book gives much insight into what
shapes the personality and thus pet quality of African greys . . .
This book should be on the reading list of anyone interested in these
birds, and it is a must for prospective African grey owners."
–Gwen Flinchum, DVM, Exotic DVM Veterinary Magazine
Format: Perfectbound paperback
Size: 8.5 x 11 inches
Page count: 144 pages
Copyright: 2006
ISBN-10: 0976057611 ISBN-13: 978-0976057611
Retail Price: $ 23.95 EAN barcode with price
Category: Pets / African Grey Parrots Audience: Adult General
Do you love African Grey Parrots? We do too! The publisher and her sister care for four parrots between them, two of them are Greys. Janice has spent a lot of time drawing and painting birds. Consider the non-book products below!
Purchase the beautiful "Bella the Parrot" stationary and the colorful "Birds of the World" poster at www.Cafepress.com/janicephelps (click on the images below to go learn more).
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