| December 1, 2004
Marvin:
Thanks a million for all your quick and wonderful help with getting my new
canaries. As a first time bird-owner (and experienced Netizen), I
immediately began scouring Internet sites for well-written reading on bird
care and discovered The Canary's Nest. I didn't expect to become a
patron of the site then. But after I had to return my first birds, TCN
and you came to mind immediately when I decided to find a reputable breeder
for the novice owner. After talking with you on the phone, I was
reassured that yes, canaries were for me; that I could be a good,
responsible owner who would love and care for someone's hard and careful
work; and that I could have a good relationship with someone who was
knowledgeable (there's a dearth of canary owners and breeders in
my area, it seems).
So we were excited to wait for the safe arrival of the trio (now named Athos
(the frosted Red Factor), Porthos (the green Roller), and Aramis, the
cinnamon American Singer) and their supporting diet and supplements. The box
of nutrition came first in good order, and then the Musketeers arrived just
today safely and in great health. That was
the first striking thing: once they were placed into the flight cage and got
over skittishness, their eyes were bright, their feathers tight, and they
immediately began bouncing around the place as if it were their own. They
found water, food, perches, and baths within 25 minutes, and didn't seem too
worried that someone was watching nearby.
They had their own interactions to sort out amongst
themselves, and that's what they did! They've gone to sleep pretty promptly
at sunset, rather tuckered out, I'm sure, from their events.
And during the day, the trio found time to peep, chirp, ring and warble at
each other a bit. And it's day one.
Again, thanks for the beautiful, beautiful canaries, and the support and
expertise that made me comfortable (nay, excited!) about my decision.
Talk to you soon,
Joi Chevalier
Austin, TX
jchevalier@austin.rr.com
ps. Yes, this means we must have a D'Artagnan next year. :)
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