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Summary: Okay... so I haven't read this book.
Review: But Diane Grindol is a genius!!! Her book cockatiels for dummies is excellent, informational, and entertaining. I'm sure this is too. I recommend buying both books before getting your cockatiel! If you already have one/some, get these books anyway.SARAH
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Summary: The Complete Book of Cockatiels
Review: I am an avian health care advisor and author who offers assistance to those who are thinking about acquiring a bird, or to those are experiencing diffculties with bird/s they already have. My experience with birds and other animals stems back to when I was just a very little girl, but I have foucsed primarily on parrots for the past 11 years.
Nearly two years ago when I was presented with the opportunity to rescue a Cockatiel, and since I lack in experience when it comes to this species, I queried my avian list serv buddies about a good book on Tiels. The response was overwhelmingly that I should get a copy of The Complete Book of Cockatiels by Diane Grindol. I might add that several of those who recommended this book to me have bred Tiels for over 20 years, and although some no longer breed, they own Tiels. I got a copy right away, and I am so glad I did. This is an excellant book for many reasons...
Diane does cover all the topics necessary for someone who is interested in getting a Cockatiel eg. requirementes of the species, and the topics a beginner would find necessary eg. ongoing care, emergencies, etc. but she also includes information that experienced Tiel folks would find very interesting eg. visual sexing and genetics. The cover is so beautiful, and is one of a kind as far as I am concerned...it is just beautiful. The pictures inside are not only beautiful but informative as well.
Generally, when I need info. on a particular species, I will go and buy all the books I can find about it, but after reading Diane's book, I didn't do that!
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Summary: Wonderful Book
Review: I just bought this book because I just bought a cockatiel. I
have had cockatiels when I was younger & needed a refresher course. This book has alot of information on nutrition, training, colorings of cockatiels etc. All the information you'll ever need!
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Summary: Best Cockatiel Book - I'd be lost without it
Review: I purchased this book two years ago when I got my first cockatiel. As a new bird owner, I would have been lost without it. I had purchased two other books on cockatiel care, but this book is more complete, as the title indicates. Even now, I still refer to this book if I need information. It has guided me through nutrition needs, behavior, egg laying, and minor emergancies. If you're considering buying a book about cockatiels - look no further, this book is all that you will need.
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Summary: Fantastic Book on Cockatiels
Review: If you are a cockatiel owner or thinking of becoming one, this is the difinitive book to read! Diane Grindol definately knows her stuff. From nutrition (she knows seeds are a big no-no for parrots health) to mannerisms (why is that crest so high in the air) to toys(what kind they like best), you will find this book to be everything you need. I own several cockatiel books, but always find myself going back to this one for information. Its up to date and if you like pictures, this one has them, too! Consider this your "bible" of cockatiel books.
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Summary: The Complete book of cockatiels
Review: New to the bird world with cockatiels I have found this book to be one of the most explicit books on the subject. Diane covers a variety of important subjects in this book which should be of interest to both the experienced bird owner and novice. Dietry concerns, medical illnesses, breeding and behaviors of this bird are just a few of the topics which she addresses. I have found the information in her book to be richer than that found in other books on the same topic. Her love and knowledge in this area comes across in a natural way.I highly recommend this book to any bird enthusiast!
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Summary: You have to love a book that is dedicated to a cockatiel
Review: There is so much more to know about owning and caring for a pet cockatiel than; what kind of food to feed it and, how to teach it to talk. This pet needs much, much more than that to keep it healthy and happy. This book takes you from choosing a healthy bird, to breeding. Great details, and great pictures. You have few, if any questions regarding cockatiel care after reading this book.
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Summary: Interested in Cockatiels? This is the book for you!!
Review: There is so much more to know about owning and caring for a pet cockatiel than; what kind of food to feed it and, how to teach it to talk. This pet needs much, much more than that to keep it healthy and happy. This book takes you from choosing a healthy bird, to breeding. Great details, and great pictures. You have few, if any questions regarding cockatiel care after reading this book.
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Summary: What a wonderful book
Review: This book is a wonderful overview of Cockatiels. It covers all the basics: Feeding, behavior, health, basic genetic info, etc. It also has wonderful pictures. I would recommend this book to not only people with cockatiels, but to owners of other parrots, too. Great book!
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Summary: A Must Have for anyone interested in Cockatiels
Review: What a fantastic book! I have read it from cover to cover, and it is my primary resource book. From a discussion of diet, to the different kinds of cockatiels to different behaviors and what they mean as well as some advice on breeding -- wow! If you have not bought a book about Cockatiels, or even if you have, this book *must* be added to your library.
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