Every aspect of selecting, caring for, and maintaining a well-behaved, happy pet bird for cockatiel owners. Angela Davids and her flock of bird experts have put together an ideal introductory pet guide, with *The characteristics and history of the charming cockatiel *Selection of a healthy, typical cockatiel *Housing and feeding *Training *Keeping the bird healthy *And more! Here is excellent advice about owner suitability, selection of the color and sex of the bird, and the legal and health issues about which all pet bird owners should be aware. In the chapter on housing and care, the author discusses selection of the right cage, citing of the cage, accessories, toys, play gyms, and more. A bird's diet is critical to its ongoing health, and the chapter on feeding gives the reader all the info they need about choosing the best possible diet: the different types of seeds, fruits, and veggies as well as human foods to avoid. The final two chapters of the book will be useful for bird fanciers interested in learning more about the breeding of cockatiels and the basic color variations and genetics of this handsome, tropical bird. The book concludes with an appendix of bird societies, a glossary of terms, and a complete index. Read more