I don't even know where to start with this one. This is a personal post based on my relationship with my mother with an emphasis on my passion and her ... Read More
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An Upcoming Behavior Workshop
Next weekend I will be giving another Behavior Workshop. It will be hosted by the Central Ohio Friends of A Feather. This one will be in-depth and one ... Read More
Question on behavior . . . Bird showing sudden signs of aggression after change in routine.
Hey Lara, I learned enough from your behavior seminar to know that SOMETHING is reinforcing this behavior but I was wondering about your input as to ... Read More
That is music to my ears…
I'm not one that believes in keeping many routines with birds because it can lead to behavior issues, but one I do stick somewhat close to is not ... Read More
Question on behavior . . . Cockatoo wants to be on us at all times!
This is something new I've added to my website and wanted to share it here on my blog. I receive many questions weekly on behavior, training, or ... Read More
Oh dear. . .
Well, I saw a potential behavior issue coming a while back and I barely did anything to change it. Well here it is and ah, shall I say it could be a ... Read More
Got A Question?
This is something I've been thinking about doing for quite a while. For several years I've been addressing questions on-line. I love it! The busier I ... Read More
A Bird Nerd That Can’t Sleep
Many nights this week I've had a hard time sleeping. Well, it caught up with me this afternoon. I checked into a hotel this afternoon getting ready ... Read More
Unknowingly Punishing Desired Behavior
Yep, I see it happen all the time. I see people unknowingly punish desired behavior and unknowingly reinforce undesired behavior. I myself have even ... Read More
Patience Pays Off For All Involved
I was asked a while ago to start making daily blog posts. That sure is going to be tough but it has been in the back of my mind since I was asked. I ... Read More
Oh but the guilt… a short funny story.
An incident happened today that made me think of a funny phone call I had with a friend a few years ago. I was on the phone with my friend Jeannie ... Read More
Let’s Think Outside the Box When It Comes to Enrichment
I am very passionate about providing enriched environments for animals under my care. Anyone who has been to my house is very aware of this. I am very ... Read More