Parrots 2010 Update

Monday, March 15, 2010
G'day Parrot Enthusiasts,

Just a quick update on the forthcoming `Parrots 2010’ convention... The early bird registration period has closed and we have actually exceeded our anticipated numbers for this stage of the registration period. That’s great news and it bodes well for hopefully being able to reach our goal of achieving our greatest number of Parrots Convention delegates yet. If you haven’t already registered then it’s definitely worth considering doing this sooner rather than later. One of the events integrated into the convention is the aviary tour. This is strictly limited in terms of participant numbers and it is already getting close to being closed. Only full convention delegates can participate on the tour and it simply works on a first come, first served basis. The later you leave registering for the event, the less likely your chances of being able to join us on this tour – which is a great opportunity to meet speakers and other delegates in a relaxed and informal context prior to the convention. For registration details go to http://www.parrotsociety.org.au/Parrots2010/index.html

Also – if you’re one of the rare few who can afford to spend 10 or 15 minutes reading blogs over a cuppa’ then you might want to check out the PBEC blog. I’m trying to keep it reasonably regularly updated – ie at least once a month. I wish I had time to do it every week but that’s just not going to happen. Anyway – worth a squiz if you have the time and I’d love to hear from anyone on the post topics.

I look forward to seeing many of you at Parrots 2010!

Kind Regards, Jim McKendry BAppSc Bteach
Parrot Behaviour & Enrichment Consultations

Tailored Pet Parrot Consultations

Monday, February 22, 2010

Tailored Pet Parrot Consultations

Regular ABK columnist Jim McKendry, in conjunction with Brisbane Bird and Exotics Veterinary Service, is offering a specially tailored consult session designed for people who are planning to add a parrot to their lives as a companion animal.

This session will provide the essential information and advice new parrot owners need to make an informed decision and to be set up to succeed with an awareness of the enclosure, enrichment and dietary needs of pet parrots.

To make the session even more special, clients will be able to choose from a selection of parrots to use as a ‘trainer’ bird during their consultation. This will facilitate basic handling and positive reinforcement skills to be covered in a ‘hands-on’ context.

 For more information check out Jim’s Blog at http://parrotconsultations.blogspot.com/

Set up for Success—Companion Parrot Workshop

Friday, December 11, 2009



         Jim McKendry

Hi Pet Parrot Enthusiasts,

Just a quick e-mail to let everyone know about two workshops we have planned for the first half of 2010. If you lie in the southern states then don’t miss out on the opportunity to spend a full day engaging in the best educational experience available in Australia for companion parrot owners, veterinary staff, bird retail staff and bird trainers. Here are the important details...

Set Up For Success – Companion Parrot Workshop
Date:
Saturday January 16th
Location: Hobart, Tasmania.

Set Up For Success – Companion Parrot Workshop
Date:
Saturday April 10th
Location: Melbourne, Victoria.

All registration details need to be accessed through the workshop organisers Lisa Kearney and Kate Morris owner@friendlybirdinn.com.au

 

Jim McKendry writes a regular column in Australian BirdKeeper Magazine—Pet Parrot Pointers. If you require further information on Pet Parrot subjects please contact ppp@birdkeeper.com.au

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