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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)

Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis

What do you look for when choosing a pet bird? Find out what to look for from the experts! In these pet podcasts our host and guests discuss choosing a bird to fit your lifestyle, compare pet stores and breeders, and talk about how to keep your bird happy and healthy. Other topics include species of birds, your bird's habitat and which are the best foods to feed your little feathered friend! Find out what common household dangers you need to know about, as well as how to train your pet bird and more. In these fun pet podcasts, you'll find everything from taking your pet bird to the office to tips on what the best perches are to keep your bird's feet from getting tired or damaged. So take a beak, we mean peek at the world of pet birds... only on Pet Life Radio!
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 45 The Odd Pet Vet at the New England Wildlife Center

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 45 The Odd Pet Vet at the New England Wildlife Center

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04/01/09 • 46 min

This week Robin is at the New England Wildlife Center in Weymouth, MA. She is speaking with the director, Dr. Gregory Mertz, DVM. Dr. Mertz is also known as The Odd Pet Vet. In his practice at the wildlife center Dr. Mertz sees many companion parrots in addition to other exotic pets. During their discussion Robin and Dr. Mertz discuss common issues in parrots and parrot care. Some suggestions for preventative care are given.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -The Odd Pet Vet at the New England Wildlife Center- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 44 Finding More Information on Parrots

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 44 Finding More Information on Parrots

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02/20/09 • 46 min

Don’t know where to begin to learn more about your parrot? Robin Shewokis and Barbara Heidenreich share some of their favorite resources for parrot information. Having spent years doing their own research for information they provide a long list of trusted books, DVD’s, magazines, blogs, chat groups, internet resources, seminars and more for parrot enthusiasts.
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 35 Studying Wild Parrots in Peru with Dr Donald Brightsmith

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 35 Studying Wild Parrots in Peru with Dr Donald Brightsmith

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11/04/08 • 28 min

This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews field biologist Dr Donald Brightsmith of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University. Dr Brightsmith shares his experience studying wild parrots in Peru. His research has provided new insights into clay lick use, diet and nutrition and distances parrots travel in the wild. Listeners are also invited to join a research gathering expedition to Peru scheduled for January 2009.
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 11 Your Bird's Not Bad...he's doing what comes naturally!

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 11 Your Bird's Not Bad...he's doing what comes naturally!

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01/07/08 • 35 min

Understanding why your bird chews, screams, bites and makes a mess will help you devise clever ways of coping with unwanted behavior and adjusting your bird's environment to make your birdkeeping experience more pleasant! Enjoy an introduction to African grey parrots, renowned for talking and mimicking almost any sound you can imagine! Did you know the 'bare' part of the African grey's face is actually covered with very fine, hair-like feathers? We'll also take ten steps toward bird-proofing your home..with special mention about bird-proofing your family and friends!
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Your Bird's Not Bad...he's doing what comes naturally! -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 10 Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 10 Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds

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12/24/07 • 35 min

Does your bird hate its cage or suffer from night frights? The solution may be right in front of you! Think like a bird and get quick results! Every bird owner's nightmare: Your bird flies away and you're in a panic! Believe it or not, there are things you can do to increase the odds of getting your bird back! Learn some of the ways that you can 'escape-proof' your bird too!
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Cage Rage and Recovering Escaped Birds -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 40 Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 40 Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato

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12/26/08 • 35 min

Got a parrot that does everything in his power to avoid exercise? Then this podcast is for you. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis discuss ways to get your perch potato moving. They also discuss some controversial methods parrot owners have been advised to use and the more trust building alternatives.
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 25 Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 25 Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training

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07/27/08 • 30 min

Australian bird trainer Nicholas Bishop shares his love of birds and his ground breaking adventure training the highly endangered Spix Macaw for a medical procedure at Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Conservation of Spix Macaws through Training - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 28 Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 28 Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors

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08/26/08 • 33 min

Sid Price is a professional bird trainer, President Elect of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators and a regular contributor to online training discussions in the companion parrot community. He and Barbara chat about some of the hot topics in parrot training.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet Sid Price of Avian Ambassadors - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 03 Bird-Proofing Your Home

PetLifeRadio.com - Episode 03 Bird-Proofing Your Home

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10/21/07 • 31 min

Susan talks about keeping your pet bird safe and sound in your home, and how to avoid the dangers that lurk within! Roberta Fabiano joins Susan again to talk about "crazy parrot questions".
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird-Proofing Your Home -with Susan Chamberlain on PetLifeRadio.com
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WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) - PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 47 All About Aviculture

PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 47 All About Aviculture

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03/16/10 • 38 min

Interview with an aviculturist. This week Robin is joined by Rick Jordan, noted aviculturist and co-owner of Hill Country Aviaries in Austin, Texas. Robin and Rick discuss aviculture and some of the issues facing both the breeder and companion parrot communities.
More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -All About Aviculture- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com
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How many episodes does WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) have?

WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) currently has 50 episodes available.

What topics does WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) cover?

The podcast is about Pet, Animals, Animal, Kids & Family, Pets, Podcasts, Education and Birds.

What is the most popular episode on WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)?

The episode title 'PetLifeRadio.com - Wings 'n Things - Episode 49 Baby Birds' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)?

The average episode length on WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) is 36 minutes.

How often are episodes of WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) released?

Episodes of WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) are typically released every 10 days, 19 hours.

When was the first episode of WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com)?

The first episode of WingsNThings - Birds & Parrots as Pets - All About Pet Birds - Pets & Animals on Pet Life Radio (PetLifeRadio.com) was released on Sep 30, 2007.

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