[.uk] The Parrot Who Owns Me: The Story of a Relationship

great, if you want to kill your parrot:
This woman is misleading thousands of readers as to what's acceptable in terms of rearing a parrot. She very often endangers her bird, everything from feeding it a poor diet to letting it chew on furniture (most have stains and sealants that can be toxic). I also see a lot of people voting these bad reviews down, which is fine, but realize that just because she "loved" her bird doesn't mean she did the right things for him. She sure left her other parrots in a rut fast enough.

A love story:
I purchased this book several years ago for my bird club. Everyone who has read it adores it. Being bird owners and lovers we can understand what this person has gone through with her beloved parrot. We know that many parrots empathize with their caretakers. We also know that birds will most likely bond with one person, and heaven help the other person if they get in the middle. I don't know of one person who read this book that didn't get teary eyed when she was sick in bed and the parrot groomed her hair on the pillow. It's a close feeling when your bird sits on your shoulder and preens itself and you at the same time. I need to read this book again....and again. It's lovely...get one and read it. You'll enjoy it.

You don't have to have a parrot to love this book!:
Very informative but easy to read. Not so dry and scientific that it will turn you off. Who knew parrots were so smart and had such specific personalities. You will fall in love with Tiko but, as the author mentions, beware taking on the ownership of such a demanding bird. I have a friend who owns a parrot and knows a great deal about them and she says the book explains so much to her about her little 'green feathered husband' as she calls him.

Parrots and Relationships:
One of the BEST parrot story books I have ever read. Kept my interest, and provided both laughter and a few tears. I have an African Grey and a Caique, so this "relationship" story really touched my heart. I truly have a relationship with my two parrots, so it was wonderful to read of another's experience. This book would also be great for someone who is new to owning a parrot.

I loved it.:
I read this book 5 years ago and I often think of it, possibly because I share my house and woodwork with a very special parrot that I adore, too. Beautifully written and enlightening and charming at the same time, it will tempt you to run out and buy a parrot. Don't. Rescue a neglected one instead.