The Ultimate Guide to Eclectus Parrots

The Ultimate Guide to Eclectus Parrots is a comprehensive eBook dedicated to assisting companion Eclectus owners. Penned by an Eclectus specialist and self confessed parrot addict, the Author writes in a friendly easy to read manner. She provides information and advice based on over a decade of experience keeping and breeding companion Eclectus parrots. With 48 chapters and over 140 full color photos this book sets itself apart from any Eclectus book on the market. Eckie lovers everywhere can feel confident knowing they are providing their Eclectus with the best care possible.

Topics covered in the book:

About Eclectus
Eckies in the wild
The Miracle of life
Battle of the sexes
Choosing your Eclectus
Choosing the right breeder
The importance of follow up service
Vet checks
The dangers of buying an unweaned bird
Caring for your Eclectus
Cage size and setup
Bringing your new Eckie home
Bonding
The blinking game
Establishing a routine
Baby calls and noise factor
The Eclectus diet
Dietary needs
Sprouted seed
Egg and biscuit
Recipes
Eclectus health
The Eclectus molt
Born to fly
Poop’ology
Weight checks
The importance of worming
Nail trimming
Stress bars and feather barring
Mising toes
Eckie safe plants
Dangers
Heavy metal poisoning
Household dangers
Abuse and neglect – there is no excuse
Emergency care
First aid kit
Emergency care
Crop impaction/stasis
Eclectus Behavior
Eckie body language
Eye pinning
Ghost chasing
Bad dreams
Freeze!
Eyes wide open
Zombie kids
Training
Showering with your parrot
Harness training
Recall training
Teaching your Eckie to talk
Eclectus Challenges
Hormonal Eckies
Introducing a second Eckie
What to do if your parrot escapes
Playtime
It’s time to play
DIY toys
Final word