Podcast appearances and mentions of barbara heidenreich

Fifty Seventh episode incoming!!! I want to introduce you officially too Barbara Heidenreich. I am excited to have someone on the podcast with such a wealth of knowledge, experience and stories to go alongside. I am pleased to welcome her to ZOOKEEPING 101 and more importantly bringing her awe inspiring answers and stories to you. Enjoy the podcast episode and please follow ZOOKEEPING 101 through facebook and instagram to be the first to new episodes. 

Well, well, well. If it isn't the infamous Macaw episode... As you guys know, the possibility of a Macaw episode has been thrown around a lot on this podcast. No one thought it would happen. No one DREAMED it would happen. But yet, the wait is finally over, and what better person to help discuss one of the most intelligent species of bird on the planet than Avian behaviour expert and celebrated animal trainer, Barbara Heidenreich. Join Alice and Barbara as they get philosophical about the term "asshole" and dive deep into topics like: Blu Lu - the Blue-Throated Macaw, San Diego's Frozen Zoo, Macaw sleep cycles and more. Truly a calming presence to Alice's squirrel-like hyperactivity, Barbara is the perfect guest to slow it down and really look at the bigger picture of behaviour. Aren't we all capable of assholery depending on the circumstance? Find out on this week's episode of "Asshole Animals with Alice"! Our Charity of the Week is the INCREDIBLE Bird Endowment, founded by the late Laney Rickman, whose passion lives on in the conservation work happening as a result of her dream. You can learn about what Bird Endowment is doing to help Blue-Throated Macaws and donate to their important work at: www.birdendowment.org. You can find Barbara's unparalleled animal training resources at: https://animaltrainingfundamentals.com/.

Barbara Heidenreich is an expert exotic animal trainer. We met Barbara in Boston at ABAI and we were fascinated by the way she uses ABA and behavioral principles in animal training. Barbara specializes in working with animals and she works mostly with zoos and facilities that care for exotic species. She also works with veterinary professionals and conservationists. Veterinary medicine is now becoming more focused on cooperative care, reducing animal stress, and making the animal care experience fear-free. Behavioral analysis fits perfectly with this new focus, and like traditional ABA, it's centered around compassion.Just like with humans, when animals exhibit behavioral issues, there's always a reason behind them, and Barbara applies the science of ABA in her profession. Also, like people, it's always important to understand a particular species' habits and tendencies to help come up with the best behavioral solutions. She also shares a great story about correcting problematic behavior in a rare bird in New Zealand that you won't want to miss.What's Inside:Barbara's journey and how she developed her career.How the ABA principles can be applied to animal trainingStories from Barbara's experience working with animals.Mentioned In This Episode:HowToABA.com/joinHow to ABA on YouTubeFind us on FacebookFollow us on InstagramAnimalTrainingFundamentals.com

Avian patients present a multitude of challenges and requirements that typical companion animals don't have. This doesn't mean they deserve any less of a Fear Free experience than our other pets. Barbara Heidenreich and Dr. Alicia McLaughlin, co-authors of Fear Free's Avian Certification Program join Steve Dale to talk about the new course and how Fear Free avian practice works.

Why does science in animal care matter? My bestie Barbara Heidenreich and I sit down - this time in person - for a conversation about what it actually means to be scientific in animal care and behavior. And why that's important. We talk about natural behavior, species differences, the constructional approach, and so much more. Resources for the Avian Behavior Lab (it's growing, people! We have big things on the horizon!) can be found on the link. You can check out Barbara's Animal Training Fundamentals Program, of which I am a proud member and affiliate, also here.

In part 2 of our interview with Barbara Heidenreich, she discusses challenges, and their solutions, to applying the Constructional Aggression Treatment with various exotic animals in zoological settings. Through sharing some amazing stories, she explains the importance of why our training procedures need to be functional. Please enjoy this wonderful episode!Below are the links we mentioned during the episode:If you are interested in learning more about Barbara's work, you can go to her website at https://animaltrainingfundamentals.com/Maasa123/Monthly. You can become a member of her virtual learning program and learn about her work using Constructional Approach in many different zoos!To register for a newly launched group class "Introduction to the Science of Behavior (Part 1)," please visit this link: https://www.caawt.com/introduction-to-science-of-behavior-1To register for the video-on-demand CAAWT conference, please visit the link below.  If you are currently working at an animal shelter, animal hospital, zoo, or student/professor, we offer 50% off the video-on-demand registration. Register from here: https://www.caawt.com/2021conference**We will open the registration link (above) until September 30th at 11:59 pm. And, once you purchase it, you will have unlimited access to the presentation videos until October 31st at 11:59 pm.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/CAAWT)

In this episode of part 1 of 2, Barbara Heidenreich shares her journey of becoming an animal training consultant, her introduction to the Constructional Approach, and the benefits of this approach in helping animals and the staff in a zoological setting. She also shared creative applications of the Constructional Aggression Treatment with exotic species! We hope you enjoy this amazing interview!Below are the links we mentioned during the episode:If you are interested in learning more about Barbara's work, you can click the link below. There, you can become a member of her virtual learning program and learn about her work applying the Constructional Approach in many different zoos!Join today from here: https://animaltrainingfundamentals.com/Maasa123/MonthlyIf you want to register for video-on-demand to access four presentations given at the 2nd Annual CAAWT Conference, please visit the page below. If you are currently working at an animal shelter, animal hospital, zoo, or student/professor, we offer 50% off the video-on-demand registration. Register from here: https://www.caawt.com/2021conference**We will open the registration link (above) until September 30th at 11:59 pm. And, once you purchase it, you will have unlimited access to the presentation videos until October 31st at 11:59 pm.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/CAAWT)

In this episode I get into one of my favorite subjects. It's not so much about knowing scientific terminology, but it does require some specialized skill sets. I do think every trainer needs to be a little bit of an engineer, a physicist, an artist and most definitely an ethologist. All these skills combine to help trainers see ways in which we can manipulate the environment to make it more likely animals will easily give us behavior that we can reinforce. The environment can include objects with which we need the animal to engage. The environment can also include the space we are going to utilize to train the behavior. This may need to be modified to increase comfort and/or to facilitate creating desired actions. All of this requires a lot of creative thinking and attention to detail. Check out the podcast to learn more and get lots of real-life examples. Visit the episode webpage for photos, links, and video examples. - Barbara Heidenreich

In this powerful interview with animal training and beahvior expert Barbara Heidenreich, we talk about the qualities that make for animal training expertise, how animal keepers and companion parrot people can seek out and evaluate the best advice for animals in their care, and how to keep growing and evolving in one's quester animal behavior enlightenment.

​Fluency may seem intuitive ….on the surface. In behavior terms it is currently defined as the fluid combination of accuracy and speed that characterizes competent performance, in other words doing the right thing without hesitation. However doing the right thing in real life application can involve many different measures. In this podcast Barbara Heidenreich discusses what criteria to measure to evaluate whether a behavior is being presented with accuracy. The benefit of measuring is that it highlights what aspects of the behavior have been successfully trained and what particular aspect(s) still need work to achieve fluency. Barbara shares examples relevant to both zoo and companion animal trainers. Visit the episode webpage for video examples from the podcast.

Not all repetitive behavior is stereotypic. Many times it is the result of reinforcement. Determining why an animal is presenting repetitive behavior requires asking our selves a series of questions that can reveal triggers and consequences that maintain the undesired behavior. This can then help us develop a strategy to address the problem. In this podcast Barbara Heidenreich goes over these questions as well as defines stereotypic behavior and some practices to avoid when dealing with a true stereotypy that can make the problem worse! Visit the shows webpage at www.AnimalTrainingFundamentals.com for a video example and a download discussed in the podcast.

Where did all those cool ideas for training tigers to cooperate in medical care come from? I know a lot of my inspiration came from some fantastic training I saw years ago at Copenhagen Zoo. Since then, their training has gone viral with video clips of urination on cue, using sleeves for injection training and tail blood draws. Training coordinator Annette Pedersen shares how it all started and details of the shaping plans to groundbreaking behaviors that are now inspiring trainers around the world ~ Barbara Heidenreich

Fresh water dolphins like the Amazon River Dolphin face a myriad of challenges including human encroachment and habitat loss, pollution, the damming of river systems, and poaching. The Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation www.ARDCF.org supports local efforts to protect a storied species and its rainforest ecosystem. ARDCF founder and director, Suzanne Smith discusses what she describes as healthy, natural interactions between dolphins and people that protect both animals and people, sustain local culture, and transform visitors to ardent Amazon conservationists. These interactions represent a small scale effort to preserve the Amazon River dolphin through the use of platforms where free ranging wild dolphins get a few kilos of supplemental fish from platform operators while visitors learn about and can observe the animals for a few minutes. The platforms are remote, highly regulated, and provide an income for the families that operate them. If the animals aren't becoming habituated to humans or dependent on a free snack, could this be a one region's way to prevent river dolphin extinction? As we've heard on previous episodes, when it comes to conservation strategies that work, one size does not fit all. And, while uncontrolled (and illegal) public feeding of wild dolphins is a serious problem in the US that harms or kills wildlife, these platform interactions might just be a way forward to help preserve river dolphins in the remotest parts of Brazil. Building upon the wisdom of Amazon traditions, practices and beliefs with findings from modern conservation biology, Amazon River Dolphin Conservation Foundation works to preserve the river dolphin from the corrosive pressures that threaten the survival of the dolphins and their world.  Plus our first "Tell me something I don't know about animals" with former guest, Barbara Heidenreich. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/leaving-behind-a-legacy-of-kindness/id1385908352?i=1000415256474 www.AnimalTrainingFundamentals.com. That Sounds Wild: baby jaguar. www.wildlifeworld.com www.facebook.com/ZooLogicpodcast/ www.iReinforce.com http://peppermintnarwhal.com http://zoologic.libsyn.com www.facebook.com/ardcfoundation/    

Highlights from 2018's lineup of Zoo Logic guests including world renowned trainers, celebrities, best selling authors, scientists, veterinarians, and entrepreneurs, as well as, perspectives from legal, public policy, and conservation experts.  Trainers 0:51 Ken Ramirez www.clickertraining.com 4:09 Erin Ivory elephant manager and consultant 5:05 Barbara Heidenreich  7:45 Dave and Jess Peranteau, Odysea Aquarium 10:04 Professor Gary Wilson, Moorpark College 10:51 Joe Markham, Kong company founder, www.KongCompany.com Celebrity Authors 13:11 Kyle Kittleson, Wear a Wetsuit at Work 14:03 Mark Simmons, Killing Keiko 17:53 Julie Scardina, Wildlife Heroes 18:57 Jack Hanna, Into the Wild, www.jackhanna.com 20:42 Carolyn Hennesy, www.CarolynHennesy.com Scientists 25:13 Dr. Kelly Jaakkola, www.dolphins.org 27:03 Dr. Barbara Taylor, NOAA 21:27 Dr. Jason Bruck, OK State University 32:39 Marty Haulena, DVM, Vancouver Aquarium Animal Law, Rights and Public Policy 37:03 Michelle pardo, esq. 40:38 Rachel Garner, www.whyanimalsdothething.com 41:20 Lara Croft, DVM 44:16 Arizona Department of Game and Fish Public Relations and Trade Associations 47:50 Billy Hurley, www.IMATA.org 48:16 Will Coggins, www.HumaneWatch.org 49:54 Doug Cress, www.WAZA.org Perspectives 54:27 Dr. Susie Ellis, www.Rhinos.org 56:02 Brian Masuga, www.PeppermintNarwhal.com 57:28 Clarissa Black, www.PetsforVets.com 58:13 Dr Javier Almunia, Loro parque 59:18 Mandy Rodriguez, www.Dolphins.org 59:58 Mallory Lindsay, www.MalloryLindsay.com 1:00:19 Brad Andrews, www.AmericanHumane.org    

Animal training consultant, Barbara Heidenreich, talks with Zoo Logic host Dr. Grey Stafford. Barbara specializes in avian, exotics and zoo animal training. She lectures and consults worldwide working with zoos, universities, veterinary professionals, pet owners and conservation projects. She has worked with over 80 facilities in over 20 countries. She is an adjunct clinical instructor at Texas A & M University. Much of her work focuses on training animals with positive reinforcement to cooperate in medical care, solving complex behavior problems, making day to day care easier and developing animal caregivers' training skills.  Plus the latest Zoos News and an all new That Sounds Wild.

ACCENT ON! with host ILONA EUROPA - This Monday- live interview with Award-winning Recording Artist/Songwriter/Producer REINHOLD SCHWARZWALD. Reinhold's soulful saxophone sounds have been enjoyed by fans around the world. His hit single 'Sunset', has aired on national radio in the U.S. and internationally. reinholdschwarzwald.com "It's a Wild World out there" segment with ILONA EUROPA and HEATHER GUNN enjoyed interview with BARBARA HEIDENREICH - Animal Trainer and Behavior Expert! As an internationally renowned animal training and behavior expert, Barbara consults with zoos, lectures at universities and travels the world teaching animal training workshops. This in-demand trainer has worked with everything from dogs, cats, rabbits, tigers, rhinos...and even fish! barbaraheidenreich.com/Heidenreich_topics_covered.pdf

ACCENT ON! with host ILONA EUROPA - This Monday- live interview with Award-winning Recording Artist/Songwriter/Producer REINHOLD SCHWARZWALD. Reinhold's soulful saxophone sounds have been enjoyed by fans around the world. His hit single 'Sunset', has aired on national radio in the U.S. and internationally. reinholdschwarzwald.com "It's a Wild World out there" segment with ILONA EUROPA and HEATHER GUNN enjoyed interview with BARBARA HEIDENREICH - Animal Trainer and Behavior Expert! As an internationally renowned animal training and behavior expert, Barbara consults with zoos, lectures at universities and travels the world teaching animal training workshops. This in-demand trainer has worked with everything from dogs, cats, rabbits, tigers, rhinos...and even fish! barbaraheidenreich.com/Heidenreich_topics_covered.pdf

READ MY LIPS' akaRadioRed goes beyond the typical blah-blah-yada-yada canned interview, engaging multiple guests in spontaneous conversations.   Want a better relationship with your pet/s?  Barbara Heidenreich, founder of Barbara’s Force Free Animal Training (Barbara’s FFAT), is an internationally renowned animal trainer and behavior expert who consults with zoos, teaches at Texas A & M University, and gives animal training workshops worldwide. She works with every type of pet from rabbits to rhinos. She has produced 7 DVDs, authored 2 books and is published in 9 languages. Barbara can help you solve pet behavior problems, demystify pet behavior and connect better with the animals in your life. Info: BarbarasFFAT.com, GoodBirdInc.com, and BunnyTraining.com.   Would you have the nerve to stare into the eyes of 4,000 genocidal killers? Hear a first-person story of transformation from Tina Klonaris-Robinson,a grieving mother who learned about forgiveness by reaching out to Rwandan genocide survivors. Tina is founder and Executive Director of The Meah Foundation, and creator of The Story Bracelet Project. "The Meah Foundation was born out of my personal experience of child loss and the journey of healing that followed. My daughter died as a result of labor induced at 38 weeks with the drug Cytotec, also known as Misopristal. I knew that if I were going to find healing and grow in a way conducive to living life with purpose and true meaning, I would have to make something good out of this tragedy." Info: themeahfoundation.org    

Baby birds are discussed in this Podcast as Robin meets with Josee Bermingham of Hagan Avicultural Research Institute. Robin talks with Josee about their weaning techniques and the unique way they socialize their birds at HARI. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Baby Birds - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

This week Robin is joined by Mark Moore, co-owner of Hill Country Aviaries in Austin, Texas. Mark shares some of his techniques and tips for designing, building and outfitting a great outdoor aviary. Mark is chair of the publications committee for the American Federation of Aviculture and is instrumental in publishing the AFA quarterly magazine The Watchbird. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Designing the Perfect Aviary - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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

After a summer of craziness and non-stop travel/work Robin had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. David Waugh from Loro Parque Fundacion in Tenerife, Spain. Join Robin and Dr. Waugh as they chat about the exciting conservation work being done at this amazing facility. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Loro Parque Fundacion, Tenerife, Spain- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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

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. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Finding More Information on Parrots- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis share highlights of some recent travels. Robin was busy socializing with the cream of the crop of the parrot world at Parrot Festival. Barbara played with gorillas, elephants, penguins, porcupines and parrots while consulting on animal training for a zoo. Get an insiders look at two very different working winter vacations for these animal enthusiasts. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Party at Parrot Festival and Adventures in Animal Training- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week’s podcast, Robin chats with Kodi Pinnell. Kodi hails from Lindale, Texas and is a great role model for any young people who are considering parrot ownership. Kodi talks about his passion for parrots and the people who have helped him learn to be an exceptional parrot owner. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -The Future of the Companion Parrot Community- with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Do parrots exhibit height dominance? Are scarlet macaws truly nippy? Is it safe to give parrots the cardboard from paper towel rolls? These questions and more are discussed by Robin Shewokis and Barbara Heidenreich as they explore various myths and misconceptions about parrots. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Parrot Myths and Misconceptions - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Prevent Your Parrot From Being a Perch Potato - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Foraging is a hot topic in the companion parrot community. This week Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis get creative with foraging ideas. They also share how to train your parrot to interact with foraging toys and why it is beneficial to get your parrot foraging. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- Get Your Parrot Foraging - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week’s episode Robin sits down with noted scientist and author, Dr. Irene Pepperberg. Dr. Pepperberg shares anecdotes about her work and her time spent with Alex the African Grey. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Alex and Me -- A Chat With Dr. Irene Pepperberg - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Getting your parrot to present natural behavior in your home can include encouraging foraging behaviors, teaching your parrots to use their unique adaptations to expend energy, and capturing natural behaviors and putting them on cue. In this week's episode Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis shares ideas and suggestions for getting your parrot to act naturally. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Act Naturally - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Dr. Sharman Hoppes of Schubot Exotic Bird Health Center at Texas A & M University shares the exciting advances being made in Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) research. This deadly disease has challenged the parrot community for years. Fortunately some recent discoveries are giving researchers hope that a definitive diagnostic tool will soon be available as well as optimism for the development of a vaccine. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Battling Proventricular Dilitation Disease (PDD) in Parrots - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Studying Wild Parrots in Peru with Dr Donald Brightsmith - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

This week Barbara Heidenreich interviews Rebecca O’ Connor, author of "A Parrot for Life." An accomplished writer and animal trainer, Rebecca shares stories about flying falcons, working with parrots and training cheetahs, as well as information on her nine books. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast - A Parrot for Life - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week’s episode, Robin talks with Philadelphia Zoo keeper and bird trainer, Catherine Vine. They discuss how to provide enrichment on a budget. Catherine also introduces us to one of her favorite projects, The Feather Distribution Project. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Enrichment On A Shoestring - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Finding someone qualified to care for your beloved parrot when you are out of town can be a challenge. Robin interviews Karen Anderson of Avian Suites, a professional bird boarding facility. Karen shares her advice on how to find a facility or person to care for your parrot and what you can do to make your birds boarding experience as positive as possible. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bird Boarding - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Training and enrichment can be and should be easy! Robin and Barbara explore ways to keep your training and enrichment program thriving even if you have little time, little finances and lots of birds. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Training And Enrichment Made Easy - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Barbara and Robin discuss some tips to help you get off to a good start with your baby parrot. Those uncoordinated, yet curious babies have different enrichment needs from your adult parrot. They also present some excellent training opportunities due to an important sensitive period of development. Prevention of behavior problems is also explored, such as biting a bit too hard during play and exploration. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Bringing Home Your Baby Parrot - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

This week Barbara and Robin discuss the many ways to keep your training and enrichment programs stimulating. Not only are there are a number of different senses to enrich, there are countless types of behaviors parrot caregivers can train. This episode is loaded with tips and ideas to ensure your parrot has a very rich and interesting life. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Exploring Different Types of Training and Enrichment - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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

In this week’s episode Robin interviews bioacoustic researcher, Michael Schindlinger. Michael is probably best known for his field work with wild Amazons in the creation of the film Stalking the Wild Amazons. Robin and Michael discuss his findings and how they relate to caring for your companion parrot. Michael also shares an exciting ecotourism project that is helping parrots in the wild. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Let’s Talk Wild Amazons with Michael Schindlinger - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Shane is an internationally experienced early childhood educator who has been teaching for thirteen years. He is the co-creator and author of Fledglings, the Parrot Society of Australia's junior aviculturist publication. Although he has kept and bred many different bird species from a young age, parrots continue to dominate his primary interest in aviculture. Shane's travels have given him plenty of unique opportunities to view many parrot species in their native habitats around Australia and beyond. He fulfills many roles on the Parrot Society's Executive Committee including promotions, advertising and editorial duties for the PSOA News. Shane is one of the organizers for Parrots 2008. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Australian Aviculture and the Next Generation - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

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

In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss reinforcers for training and offer numerous suggestions for creating a vast menu of options for your parrot. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Finding Reinforcers and Creative Forms of Enrichment For Your Parrot - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

Meet Einstein! A very articulate parrot who lives in Texas. To clarify... this is not the Einstein featured on Animal Planet’s Pet Star, but she can give that one a run for her money. This chatty parrot runs through her vocabulary, including phrases such as "What does E=?" "Look at the grackle" and "Who let the dogs out? Who?" Barbara also interviews Einstein’s caregivers Marcia and Jeff to find out how they came to have such a special parrot in their home. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Einstein - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin tackle a widespread issue in the companion parrot community, Feather Destructive Behavior. They review some of the many causes and make suggestions for alleviating this very common behavior. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Feather Destructive Behavior... Possible Causes and Cures. - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week’s episode Barbara and Robin discuss the often lamented challenge of the screaming parrot. Training and enrichment strategies that address this behavior are reviewed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Screaming For Attention - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week's episode Barbara and Robin discuss choosing an avian vet and ways to build a relationship with that avian professional that will most benefit you and your companion bird. Some training techniques for preparing for the visit are also discussed. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -A Visit to the Avian Veterinarian - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com

In this week's episode the new hosts of Wings and Things Barbara Heidenreich of Good Bird Inc., and Robin Shewokis of The Leather Elves give an introduction of themselves and share some of their passion for training and enrichment. More details on this episode MP3 Podcast -Meet The New Hosts - with Barbara Heidenreich and Robin Shewokis on PetLifeRadio.com