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Haley Selen

Aug 11, 20211 min read

Tails Continued...

With last week's post about Aldo's sparse tail, I was disappointed that I couldn't snag a photo of the last few remaining feathers fanned...

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Haley Selen

Aug 4, 20211 min read

Tail Variation

Aldo the American Kestrel leaned forward to stretch his wings and spread his tail. This normally impressive display was rather comical...

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Haley Selen

Jul 28, 20211 min read

Learning the Hard Way

I learned the hard way this week why you're not supposed to put wet leather in the microwave. After the weekly application of Jess Grease...

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Haley Selen

Jul 21, 20212 min read

Choice-Based Training

I stepped into Carson's mew while listening to the hum of activity outside. A crowd had already gathered in the backyard for the raptor...

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Haley Selen

Jul 14, 20211 min read

Progress

Progress can be measured in many different ways. Recently with owl training, I can literally measure progress in inches. Otto the Great...

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Haley Selen

Jul 5, 20211 min read

Heat Stress

I am always watching the birds' body language to check for signs of comfort. Typically I check to see that they are not afraid of the...

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Haley Selen

Jun 30, 20211 min read

Rebuilding Trust

Trust. It's at the core of how I train all my animals. But unfortunately there are times when it is necessary to take a withdrawal from...

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Haley Selen

Jun 23, 20211 min read

Another Talon Talk...Finally!

I have missed doing programs since the pandemic put a halt on group activities, but we were happy to do our first Talon Talk of the...

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Haley Selen

Jun 16, 20211 min read

Vigilant Robins

This time of year, I know to avoid the Museum's front entrance when I have Aldo the American Kestrel on my glove. The pair of robins that...

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Haley Selen

Jun 9, 20211 min read

Staying Cool

Aldo the American Kestrel knows the best way to cool down is a full-body splash in the bath!

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