Finding Equality with Multiple Birds

When we first adopted the Three-Cans, all adult birds with varying degrees of trust issues due to their less-than-ideal past, I had my work cut out for me. I desperately wanted to have a positive, loving, pet-like relationship with all … Continue reading

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Meet Rafi the Collared Aracari: Toucan Species Special Feature

Today we continue in my series of special feature toucan interviews with Rafi, a gorgeous representative of the Collared aracari species. This will probably conclude the series for the time being, unless we find any other toucan friends with interesting species of … Continue reading

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Meet the Curl-Crested Aracari Crew: Toucan Species Special Feature

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I am very excited to continue this series of toucan species interviews today featuring a true toucan man named Jeff and his eclectic flock which just so happens to include some of the most fascinating-looking toucans of all the 38+ species – … Continue reading

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The Latest Toucan Toy Creations

This post is dedicated to all of my fellow bird companions out there who lovingly spend their nights, weekends, and general free time crafting bird toys for their feathered friends. Forget the actual construction – I find that often the toughest … Continue reading

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Making Strides with Paco

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I am incredibly proud of the relationship I now share with Paco. It is quickly turning into everything that I had hoped for with a companion bird, although in the beginning, I certainly had my doubts that it would ever … Continue reading

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Our New Toucan Play Gym

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We recently decided that it was time to build the Three-Cans an outdoor play gym. I was inspired by photos of companion parrots entertaining themselves on intricate java trees, which simply looked way too fun to have the toucans do … Continue reading

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The Evolving Bag of Wonder Game

The Bag of Wonder is an enrichment game I created as a way to spend quality time and bond with our Three-Cans. You can find my  original post here. The game can be credited for numerous positive outcomes including: helping reinforce … Continue reading

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Giving Toucan Thanks

In the spirit of the Thanksgiving holiday, I thought I would express my gratitude to Paco, Paz, & Pepe for all of the wonderful things they bring to my life. Ready for some good old-fashioned mushiness? Here you have it … Continue reading

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The Toucan Trio & Other Famous Threesomes

Paco, Paz, & Pepe are quickly becoming known as a famous threesome – first they shall take on the Caribbean, next – the World! Mwah ha ha… But seriously, they are HUGE on our island. 😉 Whether you call them … Continue reading

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