FUR and FEATHER WORKS: My name is Joanna Moritz, and for the last 11 years I have been working professionally with parrots, dogs, and other animals using positive reinforcement training. I follow the techniques and methods of experts such as Barbara Heidenreich and Dr. Susan Freidman.

I have a degree in psychology, and am certified through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers, a member of the American Federation of Aviculture and Association of Animal Behavior Professionals.

I also have years of experience in various forms of (human) teaching and tutoring. Because of my experience and because I work hard to stay current in the latest techniques and research, I have a thorough understanding of behavior and psychology, and the ability to apply it seamlessly to improve the animal/human relationship.

I don’t need to tell RAAVE members that each bird is an individual; however, there are some basic laws of behavior and ethnology that apply to every bird, no matter their age, background, sex, or species. What I do is teach a bird’s caregivers to apply these techniques to solve behavior problems and improve their bird-human bonds. I am available for in-home behavior consultations, and I look forward to doing this month's seminar on parrot behavior.

Johanna Moritz, BA, CPDT-KA
(775) 453-5753
furfeatherworks@yahoo.com
www.furfeatherworks.com