Parrot Stars Podcast

<p>Conversations about parrot care, nutrition, training, behavior, conservation and preservation. Learn more about parrots in captivity and in the wild. </p>

A Lifetime of Volunteering with Parrots: with guest, Sheryl Robinson

Ever wondered how you can work with parrots, even if you can’t work with parrots? Sheryl Robinson is the epitome of a “Bird Lover”. She has spent her life sharing her love of parrots with the public. From her time spent at Lincoln Park Zoo, volunteering in Costa Rica, and eventually, helping us at Parrot Stars, Sheryl has had many different volunteer opportunities that have changed her life and perspective on parrots. Dive into an episode filled with laughter, incredible stories, and ins...

11-20
01:02:22

Positive Reinforcement: Proper Parrot Training Pt. 2

We continue our Positive Reinforcement saga, diving into the next steps you can take to further build your relationship with your companion Parrot. In Part 1 we talked about simply introducing yourself to your Parrot, but now in Part 2 we give you advice on actually getting your hands involved. Scary! Just kidding, it’s not scary at all and we’ll tell you why. We cannot stress enough how essential training your parrot is and quite frankly, it’s not optional!Links:https://www.parrotstars.com/p...

11-11
33:12

Positive Reinforcement: Proper Parrot Training Pt.1

Are you struggling to simply start training with your Parrot companion? Join us as we dive into the world of Parrot Training and discuss how it is essential to establish a training routine with your companion bird. We start our Positive Reinforcement Training saga off with the absolute basics so everyone in the Parrot community, whether you just took home a bird or have had one for longer than we’ve been alive, can feel included. Sometimes the beginning baby steps of Parrot training require a...

11-04
36:46

The Parrot That Haunts Your Dreams

Happy Halloween and beware the Parrots that scare! In this bone chilling episode, we creep into the shadows of the gothic New Guinea mountain rainforests, where lurks the Parrot that makes Dracula himself lock the doors! With ghoulish screams in the night, these harbingers of death for figs are quite the eerie sight. Join us if you dare as we dive into the annals of the frighteningly mysterious Dracula Parrot! Dun Dun Dun.Links: https://www.parrotstars.comhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IUCN_Re...

10-28
36:21

My Parrot "Bites" - Part 2

In our previous episode, we dove into the actual natural history of biting behavior in Parrots, along with the first two main reasons why you could possibly experience a bite at home. We continue today discussing the third and fourth main reasons, along with strategies to prevent such biting behavior in the home. It’s always important to remember parrots perceive things in much different ways than we do and a bite is never personal. Be kind to your parrot and it will be kind to you! Send...

10-22
54:12

My Parrot "Bites" - Part 1

Have you ever wondered exactly why your parrot is biting? In today’s episode we describe how we can better understand our parrot’s behavior. We talk about parrot evolution, domestication and their instinctual responses to stimuli. We then dive into the four main reasons a parrot may bite in captivity. We offer advice on how to change your perception and understanding of why you may be getting bit. We hope you enjoy Part 1 of our biting episodes. Stay tuned for Part 2 where we continue to deep...

10-15
49:56

Be Kind To Your Parrot!

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery for the Season 1 Finale as they explore Parrot behavior and share tips on strengthening your bond with your feathered friend through kindness.Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

09-02
38:01

Parrot Stars Summer Fest 24 Recap

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery today for a recap of the 2024 Summer Festival.Parrot Stars extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated, attended, and contributed to making this event a success.https://www.parrotstars.com https://nessexotic.com/ https://www.ariabirdsproducts.com/ https://www.instagram.com/melystica/ https://www.instagram.com/feathersandfurportraiture/?hl=en https://wildlifesupportfund.org/wsf-project/fractured-feather-rehabilitation/ https://www.instagram.com/the...

08-26
57:20

Introductions

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery in this episode as they discuss their educational background, their experiences, and fond memories they had as they discovered the world of Parrots.Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

08-08
01:14:38

Is Parrot Stars a Real Place? - Part 2

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery in this second part as they discuss what it is like to be part of the Parrot Stars Family. From the early mornings, to bird care, education, grooming and customer care. Get to know their routines, and what it takes to make sure that every detail has been covered.Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

08-05
51:44

Is Parrot Stars a Real Place? - Part 1

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery in this first part as they discuss how it all started. From inception, to nutrition, conservation, and education. Get to know more about their daily endeavors, and what the future has in store for Parrot Stars. Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

07-29
41:32

Home Safety

Join Alexis, Ashley, and Avery in this episode as they discuss how to proof your home so that it is risk free for your feathered friend. From building communication, to choosing appropriate cookware, cleaning methods, chemicals to avoid, and so much more... get to know what is safe and what might be life threatening to your existing or future parrots. Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

07-15
44:49

Meet the Parrot Wizard

For the third year in a row, the Parrot Wizard will be joining us for our Summer Festival, July 19th-21st, 2024! Listen in as we discuss his background in animal behavior, how he applies his training methods on a variety of parrot species, and our exciting plans for this year’s Summer Festival! We’ve sent the Parrot Wizard THREE Parrot Stars babies. He will train them for the 30 days leading up to the festival. Follow their journeys on his YouTube channel: @All-ParrotsFollow on...

07-08
01:02:51

Parrot Stars Summer Festival 2024

July 19th, 20th an 21st, 2024 we are hosting our 3rd annual Parrot Stars Summer Festival. The Summer Festival is our way of saying thank you to the incredible parrot community that supports our business all year round. Enjoy free admission to our educational seminars, interact with exotic animals, participate in our DIY classes and so much more! Save big on all your parrot’s supplies because the entire store goes on sale during the festival . There will be raffles and give aways you do not wa...

07-01
30:30

Outdoor Safety with your Parrot

We dedicated this episode to outdoor safety with companion parrots, where we cover essential topics to ensure your feathered friends stay happy and healthy. We discuss choosing the right carriers and harnesses for safe outdoor activities, emphasizing the importance of fresh water and hydration during outdoor excursions. As summer approaches, we share tips on managing heat exposure and ensuring comfort for your parrots. Exploring safety measures and the necessity of vigilant supervision ...

06-24
46:25

Parrot Nutrition

Dive into the world of Parrot Nutrition! Explore ways of optimizing your companion Parrot’s well being through dynamic and healthy food options. Discover how a well rounded diet can improve your Parrots daily lives.Send us a textLearn more about us or shop online at parrotstars.com

06-18
45:06

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