TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Chapter One: Introduction 1
- Glossary of Important Terms 3
- Chapter Two: African Grey in Focus 2
- 2.) Facts About African Greys 4
- Quick Facts 6
- 3.) African Greys in History 7
- Chapter Three: To Buy or Not to Buy? 10
- 3.) Ease and Cost of Care 13
- a.) Initial Costs 14
- b.) Monthly Costs 15
- Chapter Four: Tips in Buying African Greys 18
- 1.) Restrictions and Regulations in United States 19
- 2.) Permit in Great Britain and Australia 21
- 3.) Practical Tips in Buying African Greys 22
- a. How to Find an African Grey Breeder 23
- b. African Grey Breeders in the United States 24
- c.) African Grey Breeders in Great Britain 28
- 3.) Selecting a Healthy African Grey 29
- 1.) Habitat and Environment 31
- a.) Ideal Cage Size for African Greys 31
- b.) Cage Maintenance 31
- 2.) Diet and Feeding 36
- a.) Nutritional Needs of African Greys 37
- b.) Types of Food 37
- c.) Toxic Foods to Avoid 42
- 3.) Handling and Training African Grey 43
- a. Tips for Training Your African Grey 44
- b.) Trimming Your African Grey’s Nails 46
- 1.) Basic African Grey Breeding Info 49
- 2.) The African Grey Breeding Process 50
- Chapter Seven: Keeping African Grey Healthy 54
- 1.) Common Health Problems 55
- Chapter Eight: African Grey Checklist 66
- 2.) Cage Set-up Guide 68
- 3.) Nutritional Information 69
- 4.) Breeding Tips 69
- 5.) Do’s and Dont’s 70
- 1. African Grey Cage Links 73
- 3. African Grey Diet and Food Links 77
- Index 80
- References 90