Recordings from Previous Online Events

Missed an online event that was recorded? Or, perhaps you attended, but would like to watch it again! When recording is permissible by our speakers, we like to make them available to anyone interested. 

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If you attended the 2020 Virtual Wellness Retreat, you may view session recordings at https://sites.google.com/phoenixlanding.org/2020wellnessretreat/home. (Note: you must be logged in via the Google account you shared with Phoenix Landing in order to view the sessions. Otherwise, the site won't appear available.)

January 24, 2021: The ABCs of Behavior
​Ann Brooks, Phoenix Landing Foundation

Many times we think we know why a bird has done something, but usually we are just guessing, and often we are wrong.

Let's talk about the principles of behavior; how to increase the behaviors we want and decrease the ones we don't; and work through a series of common scenario examples together.
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October 18, 2020: Avian enrichment: Easy DIY hacks - a collaborative presentation from Phoenix Landing Foundation and Companion Parrots Re-homed
Michelle Underhill, Phoenix Landing Foundation
Wendy Whitesides, Companion Parrots Re-homed

​Give your parrots something to do and things to think about using some easy enrichment hacks! Make some simple toys using common household items, and tweak their setup in simple ways to add variety. Join Wendy from Companion Parrots Re-homed and Michelle from Phoenix Landing Foundation as they illustrate ways to create new toys, and update your bird's area, without breaking the bank.

October 10, 2020: "What if your parrot outlives you? Preparing for your parrot's future" with Gerry Beyer
Professor Gerry Beyer, J.S.D., LL.M., J.D.
Texas Tech University, School of Law

Related article: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3708429

What will happen to your parrot if s/he outlives you? What is a pet trust and should you set one up? What other options are available to pet owners? Do you have a plan in place to provide for your bird’s care in case you and your family have an unexpected hospital stay, due to a vehicle accident, COVID, or another reason? Professor Beyer will discuss these topics and more in an informative and entertaining online talk. These are all important considerations for any parrot and pet owner, especially during this time of uncertainty.
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Professor Beyer is nationally recognized as an expert in estate planning. He is a prolific writer, having written 25 books and hundreds of articles. He’s also a wonderful speaker!

September 20, 2020: "Avian emergencies: What to do, when, and why" with Currie Carothers, DVM
​Currie Carothers, DVM
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services

What do PTFE fumes actually do to a bird? Why are cat bites so dangerous? What actually are blood feathers and why do they bleed? Dr. Carothers from Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services discusses common household hazards, what is and isn’t an emergency, and why. She will also give us information on monitoring chronically ill birds, and assessing when they need to see a veterinarian immediately. Interested in setting up a first aid kit for your parrots? She’ll share tips for items to include in one as well.

Dr. Carothers is a graduate of Louisiana State University's School of Veterinary Medicine.

September 12, 2020: "Healthy whole foods for your birds" with Jason Crean, M.S. (Biology), EdD
Jason Crean, M.S. Biology, EdD

Animal nutrition continues to evolve and we need to keep finding new ways to not only enrich our birds nutritionally, but also behaviorally. Though species-specific research, particularly that on avian diets, is lacking, it is no secret that the animals with which we live can thrive on diets that consist of a diversity of whole foods. This talk will discuss the concept of diversifying the preparation of whole foods, providing many ideas as to how to feed a whole food diet. Animals in the wild have access to countless food items and we can do our best to bring our birds from just surviving to thriving through increased dietary diversity and enrichment.

August 29, 2020: "Interior Design: Setting Up the Cage for ACTION"
Ann Brooks, President and Co-Founder, Phoenix Landing Foundation

​Birds spend many hours in their cages, and often these cages are not very large, which can reduce the opportunity for exercise, enrichment, and action. Let's talk about how to set up a bird's environment, especially their cage, for fun and multiple activities -- to include ideas for perches, plants, cleaning, privacy, foraging, the outside of the cage, and adjoining play areas.

May 2, 2020: Did you know? A gathering of parrot care information
Ann Brooks, President and Co-Founder, Phoenix Landing Foundation

During our numerous events and conversations over the years, many interesting parrot care topics and facts have come up. We've gathered these together into a class that also covers some of the primary areas of health, enrichment, intelligence, nutrition, housing and safety. Join us for a discussion about some of the more intriguing aspects of parrots, and how we can strive to make their lives longer, healthier and happier. ​