Make your own free website on Tuesday, 40 days old   Kiwi, 46
days old  Quakers are one of the most interesting pet bird. They
will be more of a friend then a pet. They tune in to their
owners so strongly. They really have the personality of the
larger parrots in a smaller less expensive body. They are the
smallest hookbill that holds it's food in it's claw like the
larger parrots. They have a lifespan of 25 -30 years. It is
completely dependent upon you for all its needs. Since you are
responsible for its health and welfare, the following tips will
be helpful in maintaining a healthy, happy bird which could give
you up to 25-30 years of pleasure.  Removal to a strange new
place is a traumatic and stressful experience to a baby Quaker.
Because of this, place your bird in a quiet place for at least a
day before you start handling or training it. This gives it time
to adjust to its new surroundings. Watch it carefully to make
sure it has found its food and water dishes and is eating and
drinking. If you have a