| Re: Screaming Cockatoo (Bird Behavior Group) - CLICK HERE for the Pet Manual Forum Home Page |
| Toucanldy |
>From: "Shannon" shannon@nomorespam.com
>Hi, My name is Shannon, companion to an 8 yr old Umbrella Cockatoo named
>Shaggy. I've read about what to expect before you get a cockatoo, and
>preparing yourself for the adventure ahead. Unfortunately, I'm past that
>point and have had Shaggy for his entire 8 years. He has been screaming for
>4 of the 8.
Shannon, this came from a friend, with instructions to forward, as needed.
HTH.
Regards
> > Subject: Re: bird behavior group
> >
> >
> > > they surely will benefit from the BAS list! If someone is open
to
> > looking at behavior in a slightly different way and willing to devote
just
> a
> > little time each day, they will be amazed at the progress they can make!
> > >
> > > The behavior modification practiced and taught on the BAS list is
based
> on
> > positive reinforcement - you make it desirable for the bird to behave in
a
> > pleasant way, so it's a win-win situation. The bird keeps their home
with
> > their loving caregiver & the caregiver doesn't have to be bit or
screamed
> at
> > (or whatever the behavior is they are trying to change). The list also
> > promotes the idea of thoughtfully arranging the environment &
> environmental
> > enrichment.
> > >
> > > I will include a lot of info in this email, so feel free to just
forward
> > it on to anyone needing the info.
> > >
> > > Behavior Analysis Solutions
> > > ===========================
> > > -Description of the list: http://www.parrottalk.com/bas.html
> > > -To subscribe to the list: http://pt.nanascountry.com/bas.html
> > > -Article entitled "The ABC's of Behavior" by Dr Friedman which
explains
> > the basic concept that the list uses:
http://www.parrottalk.com/abc.html
> > > -Additional articles (underneath the clipboard picture):
> > http://www.parrottalk.com/articles.html
> > > -Initial Worksheet to complete if you need help with bird behavior:
> > http://www.parrottalk.com/basworksheet.html
> > >
> > > Here's how the list works:
> > > When someone needs help with their bird, they complete the Initial
> > Worksheet and read the articles mentioned above. A qualified listmember,
> > usually someone that has sucessfully dealt with the same type of
behavior
> in
> > their own bird, will become the "Thread Leader". This person will offer
> > guidance in developing a behavior modification plan based on positive
> > reinforcement. The entire list, including Dr. Friedman, will read the
> posts
> > and offer advice that compliments the plan if needed. It is a very
> positive
> > list to be a part of, everyone is very friendly and truly concerned
about
> > helping others. It is amazing how quickly behavior can be modified when
> you
> > have a positive reinforcement plan and a support group to help you!
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