Table of Contents
Part I: The World of the Cockatiel.Chapter 1: What Is a Cockatiel?
Cockatiel Basics.
Why Choose a Bird?
Cockatiels and Children.
Chapter 2: The Cockatiel’s History.
The Cockatiel’s Background.
How the Cockatiel Got Her Name.
Chapter 3: Choosing Your Cockatiel.
Where to Get Your Cockatiel.
Selecting Your Cockatiel.
Signs of Good Health.
Bringing Your Cockatiel Home.
Part II: Caring for Your Cockatiel.
Chapter 4: Home Sweet Home.
Choosing a Cage.
What to Put in the Cage Tray.
Location, Location.
Setting up the Cage.
More to Buy.
Chapter 5: Everyday Care.
Be Alert to Health Problems.
Cleaning the Cage.
Seasonal Needs.
Household Hazards.
Nasty Fumes.
Other Pets.
Chapter 6: Feeding Your Cockatiel.
Nutrition Requirements.
Water.
Foods to Avoid.
What About Grit?
The Pelleted Diet Option.
Chapter 7: Grooming Your Cockatiel.
Bathing.
Nail Care.
Wing Trimming.
Molting.
Wing Trimming Step by Step.
If Your Bird Escapes.
Are Mite Protectors Necessary?
Chapter 8: Keeping Your Cockatiel Healthy.
Avian Anatomy.
Feathers.
Avian Senses.
Cockatiel Health Care.
Cockatiel Health Concerns.
Signs of Illness.
Cockatiel First Aid.
Your Cockatiel’s First Aid Kit.
Can You Catch Avian Flu from Your Bird?
Medicating Your Cockatiel.
Caring for Older Birds.
Part III: Enjoying Your Cockatiel.
Chapter 9: Understanding Your Cockatiel.
Common Cockatiel Behaviors.
Learn to Read a Cockatiel’s Crest.
Stress.
Chapter 10: Having Fun with Your Cockatiel.
Taming Your Cockatiel.
Toilet Training.
Naughty Cockatiels.
Will My Cockatiel Talk?
The Trick to Training.
Tricks to Teach Your Cockatiel.
Traveling with Your Bird.
Appendix: Learning More About Your Cockatiel.
Some Good Books.
Magazines.
Online Resources.
Index.
