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Dot Schwarz takes a look at Parrot intelligence.Dr Nathan Emery (Senior lecturer in Cognitive Biology, Queen Mary University of London) puts it like this: ‘The problem may be one of likeness: we look … read more

Dot Schwarz explains how she became a Parrot lady.I’m often asked. ‘How did you get so involved with Parrots?’ The questioner is puzzled both by the size of the aviary and the sight of most rooms in o … read more

Dot Schwarz tells us about Parrots that are helpful.Let me tell you about two Parrots that I’ve met recently. Mia’s story is how a Parrot’s life changes for the better with a suitable home. Rio’s sto … read more

Here's what to do if your Parrot is lost.Many accidents can be prevented by forethought but not all.Am I especially careless? I do seem to have had rather more close calls than I should have. I allow … read more

Dot Schwarz looks at the history of Parrot husbandry.Everything changes, so does personal experience, advice and research concerning our absolutely life changing experience of keeping or breeding capt … read more