Selected Articles


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Behavior Articles
What? I Can’t Hear You Over My Parrot Bird Vocalizations And How To Deal With Them
Parrots make noise, and it’s not always pleasant . . .
Bird Profiles
A is for Amazon
The bird named after its homeland, the Amazon parrot has become one of the most popular species in the pet bird trade.
How Sweet the Sound: Today's Canaries Rule the Roost
The canary as a companion has deep roots in the American psyche . . .
All About Conures
New interests on the horizon for conure enthusiasts.
11 Things You Should Know About Your African Grey
The African grey Parrot has a history with humans dating back to biblical times . . .
Care Articles
Chic Chick Décor: Designing with Your Bird in Mind
The buzz on the bird scene is designing and decorating your home with attention to your bird’s natural instincts and requirements.
Primping and Preening The How-To of Grooming and Bathing Your Bird
Grooming a companion bird might seem like an absurd notion. Only poodles and longhaired cats need grooming, right? Not so.
A Good Night’s Tweep: The Importance of Rest for Companion Birds
Sleep for your bird is just as important as proper nutrition and housing . . .
Snack Attack! Fun Snacks for You and Your Bird
Birds eat . . . well, like birds, so snacks are a touchy subject . . .

Dog and Puppy Training!

After the success of my two dog books (see below), I have decided to pursue my certification.

If you're in the New York City area and would like to set up a training session, please email me. Your pup will learn all the essential commands and we will work on socialization and leash training.

See Nikki's dog training website, NYC Puppy

by Nikki Moustaki
Guide to Beginning Obedience

This book educates the reader about all aspects of puppy obedience, from how to sit, stay, and heel, to all aspects of teaching the pup to become a well-behaved and pleasant companion.
 


by Nikki Moustaki
Guide to Owning a Puppy

Complete and well written guide covering all aspects of life with a puppy including selection, health care, housebreaking, training, grooming, and feeding.
 



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