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[CAFA]
[C.A.R.E]
[Catskils, NY]
[Chicago]
[Columbia, CA]
[Dominican Zoo]
[El Dorado]
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Gold Country Bird Society
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August 19,
20, 2005
El Dorado, CA
Thanks to
Donna Hauser, Joan Malia and the members of
the Gold Country Bird Society
Ken
with club President, Joan Malia
Donna Hauser (r) & sister
Diane |
Joan Malia - President, Gold Country Bird Society, Placerville, CA
I had the fascination of watching Ken work with "problem" birds at our workshop
in Placerville this past August. This energetic, enthusiastic man could calm
down any parrot we had at our workshop. Ken has a gentle and nurturing way
working with the birds and people. Even though he was gentle, he sent a firm
message to the birds that he meant business and the birds listened! This
message got to the birds in 15 minutes and less in most cases. What does that
tell you? He truly "talks" to the birds. He understands how the birds operate
and in turn told his audience how birds act and react. It sure made me
understand birds better.
I watched in amazement as Ken worked with different birds and the pleasure that
showed in each owner's face, as their bird stepped up on their hand and then let
them pet them. This was after they swore their bird would never let then touch
them.
Ken gave us the tools and knowledge of how to deal with, handle and manage our
pets. With his way of showing us, he made it look so easy and simple. And
after a couple of tries, it was! I got my confidence back and was able to work
with my own Blue and Gold macaw, Max. I have a better relationship now with
him.
I urge every bird owner to attend Ken's workshops. There would be a lot less
birds given up, abused and whatever just by knowing how to work and handle them
with Ken's teachings.
Joan Malia
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