Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award
Posted by From Susan on 1/16/08

http://www.parrothouse.com/pamelaclark/feedingcompanion.html

Excessive protein consumption can cause kidney issues. I just
rescued a bird that has kidney issues due to a strict seed and
peanut diet. I was simply stating a fact based on my personal
experience. SOME people do not realize the amounts of their
snacks and treats...This was meant as a preventative measure.

A simple request for information would have been the more tactful
approach.

n 1/14/08, For Susan wrote:
> On 1/14/08, Susan wrote:
>> Be careful of the amount of peanuts you use as a reward.
>> They can be toxic. Almonds might be a better option if your
>> U2 likes them.
>
>
> Susan, I sit here in utter amazement, marveling in the stupidity
> of people.
> Can you please expand on your ridiculous notion that peanuts
> being toxic.
> I understand the Aspergillosis concept and such, but where does
> the toxicity come in as far as using them as a treat?
>
> Not disagreeing with almonds being the better food, but I'm
> getting a little tired of people putting false information out
> there for those that "might" not be as savvy as yourself.

Posts on this thread, including this one

• Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award him, 12/16/07, by Robert.
• Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award, 1/12/08, by Ashleigh.
• Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award, 1/14/08, by Susan.
• Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award, 1/14/08, by For Susan.
• Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award, 1/16/08, by From Susan.
• Re: Like to teach my U2 Tricks what is a good treat to award, 1/17/08, by Stupid Susan.