lyndaelyzoo Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 I just finished reading the book Alex and Me, and I have to say that I have never been so emotionally affected by a book in my entire life. Could not hold back the tears throughout the book, but it is truly an inspirational story about Alex, the parrot that changed our perception of of what it means to be a bird brain and the scientist, Dr. Pepperberg, who tenaciously studied avian intelligence in ways that challenged the traditional animal behavior models. It is a story about passion, animal intelligence, interspecies relationships, and dedication. It is truly the best animal story that I have ever read and I highly recommend it!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Thanks for the great recommendation, I have considered reading that book for a long time now and you may have finally convinced me to do just that, sounds like it is one every grey lover needs to read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Ive got this book for an Xmas present and now cannot wait to read it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carolyn Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 This book is wonderful, I loved it. If you liked this book you will also enjoy "The parott that owned me" Both are great reading - but with both keep a box of tissue handy. Carolyn & Mika Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveyj Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 alex was an amazing grey and adored worldwide there is no reason everyone carnt have a bird like alex its all down to love and patience and building the trust in oneanother;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Thanks for the great review, now I can't wait to get it. It was just published last month, on October 18th and has been flying off the shelfs from I am finding on sites and reading reviews. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lyric Posted November 24, 2008 Share Posted November 24, 2008 Check out the "Newsroom" for a link I posted earlier about an interview with Dr. Pepperberg... I have heard a rumor that I'm getting this book for Christmas as well, and I really can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairymyst78 Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I just added it to my Christmas list...SO crossing my fingers hubby gets it for me!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keywe Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 I'm in the middle of it right now... I'll post comments after I'm done. It's really good so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gryphon Posted November 25, 2008 Share Posted November 25, 2008 It got a great review in the New York Times today. I'm really happy to see her work taken seriously at last. http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/25/books/25kaku.html?ref=books Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted December 24, 2008 Share Posted December 24, 2008 I am 3/4 through this book. If you have not purchased, do so. It is a great book that shows the non scientific side from beginning to end of the relationship, trials, good times, bad times etc. I have become teary eyed, laughed my A$$ off at times and just get a much deeper sense of awe for this wonderful species. I must put it down and walk away for time to digest just how deep all the things in between the lines go. It gives me time to reflect upon what I have done with Dayo, where I should be taking him and wonder if he thinks I'm a moron at times....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luvparrots Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 Thanks everyone for the great recommendations of Alex and Me and The Parrot that Owned Me, I just purchased these online and can't wait until they are delivered. Hey we should start The Grey Forum Book Review!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 I cannnot wait till tomorrow so I can open this pressie and start reading it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppy Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 I cannnot wait till tomorrow so I can open this pressie and start reading it ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goralka08 Posted December 25, 2008 Share Posted December 25, 2008 I've heard about that book coming out and now I'm going to have to read it. Thanks for the heads up and a good review. I think it's so sad that they found him suddenly dead. Makes me want to cry! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidH Posted December 26, 2008 Share Posted December 26, 2008 I read "Alex and Me" about a month ago because I was thinking about life with an African Grey. I was maybe 70% convinced at the time, and the story of Alex's relationship with Dr. Irene P. got me a lot closer. Then I found this forum, got help and support, and now we have Shanti, a six-month old male CAG. Total joy so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted December 26, 2008 Share Posted December 26, 2008 danmcq wrote: I must put it down and walk away for time to digest just how deep all the things in between the lines go. It gives me time to reflect upon what I have done with Dayo, where I should be taking him and wonder if he thinks I'm a moron at times....... Bad Judy jumping out again but I just couldn't resist. Here we have it in black and white straight from the horse's mouth, "I'm a moron at times" :laugh: :woohoo: :laugh: :blink: :whistle: :cheer: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmcq Posted December 26, 2008 Share Posted December 26, 2008 Judy, Judy, Judy ...... Did we have a Bad Christmas? ;-) Luckily for you, I am still in a very merry mood Ho Ho Ho :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
judygram Posted December 26, 2008 Share Posted December 26, 2008 No I had a very good Christmas but you know me, if I get an opening like the one you gave in that previous post then I am not going to ignore it. I love it when a man admits he is a moron, even just at times and you get in your jabs too if I give you a chance so turn about is fair play. Glad to hear you are still in a very merry mood, lets keep it that way, ok, love you too.:kiss: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFGriffith Posted December 30, 2008 Share Posted December 30, 2008 I got this book from my mother-in-law for Christmas. I've only finished the first chapter so far, but how sweet! I'm a slow reader, and can't read for too long at a time, but am looking forward to the rest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mixtressariadne Posted December 30, 2008 Share Posted December 30, 2008 My fiancé and I both finished this book recently. Took all of a day or so to complete while on vacation. Really hard to put down. I enjoy Mark Bittner's comment/review also (the guy who wrote the Wild Parrots of Telegraph Hill) re. the book. Echoes my sentiment regarding the emotional intelligence of animals, and their intelligence in general. It's refreshing to see Dr. Pepperberg's work being recognized. But, anyone who's ever had a bird knows that they have always been a lot smarter than the credit their given. CHEEP CHEEP, AHOY! Oh, and Zeus liked it also, and has tried to shred the cover! :ohmy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrettyPax Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 I am in the middle of Dr. Pepperberg's book and it is such a fascinating read. I have learned a lot about the cognitive abilities of Greys. I am going to adopt some the techniques and work on teaching Pax to identify objects. Wonderful Book! I'm going to lend it to my mom when I'm finished with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 Myself and my wife have started using the rival model method on Ernie last night trying to get him to understand the word "Toy". Its very interesting, even though he doesn't say the word you can see his pupils dilating bigger and smaller when we pass the toy and say the word "Toy". If we just hold the toy on front of him , he looks at it with normal pupil size but as soon as I say "What is this?" to him, his pupils start to dilate very fast and he cocks he head to look at the toy. Amazing so far. Just thought Id share this experience with you all Cheers Jason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidH Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Keep us posted, Jason. Prof. Pepperberg is a strong believer in that method, so it would be great to see it successfully replicated by other birds and people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrettyPax Posted February 19, 2009 Share Posted February 19, 2009 Yeah, that's totally awesome. I've used the rival/model technique a few times; usually when I'm trying to teach Pax appropriate responses to questions like "How are You?" She said "water" the other day too and since it was the first time I have heard her say it I was pretty excited. I then proceeded to hand her a dish of water and she wasn't interested. One thing we'll work on is using words in their proper contexts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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