Many of us have "an Alex connection." Whether we've had the joy of meeting him "in birdson" or not, the connection still exists, and has led to mourning for so many of us. My own personal Alex Connection came from following everything I could find about him, and Dr. Pepperberg's work, since I first read about them during my college days. Many years later I began a business of my own, providing the same food-treats I had created for my own flock, to others. It became a great success. Meanwhile, a dear friend who started working with The Alex Foundation as its webmaster opened the door for me to donate my products for the very bird that I had so long admired and had even grown to love, as well as his cohorts Griffin and Arthur (aka "Wart"). I was thrilled to be able to support the work of The Alex Foundation, and knowing that these birds that I had adored from afar for so many years were actually enjoying the very treat-foods that my own hands had created for them has been, and will continue to be, an amazing honor. And that's my Alex Connection.

Alex loved Berry Birdie Bites. In fact, Dr. Pepperberg once wrote to me, "...thanks so much for the endless supply of treats....there are some days when the only way I can get Alex to work is to bribe him w/ a birdie bite....:-)."

Lab manager Arlene, who always let me know when Alex's supply of Berry Birdie Bites needed to be replenished, told me that Alex created his own name for these treats: "Paaaa-T!" The "Paaaa" came from another food he enjoyed, pasta, which was crunchy like the Berry Birdie Bites. The "T!" was for treat. Bigger Berry bites were Alex's crunchy treat!

I believe that Alex was a one-of-a-kind parrot, but not that he was the only parrot who will help open up the mysteries of parrot intelligence and communication. I have followed Dr. Pepperberg's work with Alex for decades, and will continue to follow and support the work of The Alex Foundation with donations of my products, not only to her parrots but also for fund raising work.

It is to this end that, for the remainder of this month, I will send a 50-count package of one of Alex's favorite treats in exchange for a $10 donation to The Alex Foundation. I will absorb the shipping costs, so that the entire amount can be forwarded to help continue Dr. Pepperberg's important work.

To help The Alex Foundation and get a package of "Paaaa-T!" treats as an expression of gratitude for supporting Dr. Pepperberg's important work, please use the paypal button below.

This special Alex Memorial program will continue through September 30th, 2007. Please note that it may take up to 2 weeks for your Paaaa-T! package to arrive.

Thank you for supporting The Alex Foundation, and the memory of Alex.

This special is over, but plesae continue to support IB3 and visit their web site below, Tha Alex Foundation thanks Sherry from IB3 for her help and contuniuing support of The Alex Foundation

Visit IB3 here

The Perch Store is offering supporters of The Alex Foundation a 10% discount on all their merchandise in their store at www.ThePerchStore.nett. In addition, for EVERY sale generated by The Alex Foundation, using the coupon code below, The Perch Store will donate 5% back to The Alex Foundation. PLEASE NOTE, WITHOUT THE CODE BELOW The Alex Foundation WILL NOT receive the donation

Coupon Code: alexfoundation

The Perch Store offers only the safest and highest quality products and all their products are personally inspected and approved by a licensed, board Certified Avian Veterinarian. They carry food, treats, toys, cages, cleaning supplies, even gifts and apparel for the pet bird lover.

Visit them at www.The PerchStore.net

Bird on the Rocks is offering supporters of The Alex Foundation a 5% discount on all their merchandise in their store at www.BirdOnTheRocks.com. In addition, for EVERY sale generated by The Alex Foundation, using the coupon code below, Bird on the Rocks will donate 5% back to The Alex Foundation. PLEASE NOTE, WITHOUT THE CODE BELOW The Alex Foundation WILL NOT receive the donation

Coupon Code: helpalex

Bird On the Rocks specializes in all natural flagstone and Manzita perches.

Munchin’ Muffins
Nothing says “love” better than home-baked goodies warm from the oven, and the Munchin’ Muffins from Grammie’s Goodies say it best! Created to stimulate “picky” appetites, these wholesome blends offer a vast array of specialty ingredients to entice the most finicky beaks. Your bird will savor the zesty taste of the twelve unique breads, with flavors ranging from fruit to pizza to exotic lavender flowers. Munchin’ Muffins kits give even the busiest of bird moms a break, because each kit contains muffin liners or loaf pans for easy baking. Click here to check out all the varieties of Munchin’ Muffins, and bake some “love” for the bird in your life! 

The Alex Foundation receives $2 from the purchase of each muffin or loaf mix. To place an order, e-mail Diane at grammieCracker@aol.com

Price: $8.00 per kit

Shipping for 1 kit or loaf mix: $4.00, 2 kits or mixes: $5.75, 3-16 kits: $7.70 for the entire shipment
Ships within 2 days of receiving payment or when personal check clears

Please e-mail grammieCracker@aol.com for overseas rates

Training Your Parrot the Alex Way This instructional video features Dr. Pepperberg’s model/rival training techniques that are used to teach Alex. However, it differs in one major respect—unlike The Alex Foundation lab, the video shows several different species of parrots are being taught “the Alex way.” Along with vocal training, the video surveys other fascinating parrot behaviors—including one adorable little parrot who coos “give me a kiss” to hatchlings! Both you and your bird will be enchanted and inspired by this unique and intriguing video!

Available from Avian Publications and Birdalog.com
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$39.95 Shipping costs and shipping times vary with each company, Please contact for overseas shipping rates.

Please note that The Alex Foundation has no connection to, nor does it profit from, sales of any products of the "Alexology,
The Study of Alex" line that can be found at www.amazon.com, www.opinionsrfun.com, or other outlets.

The Alex Foundation MS/062
Department of Psychology
Attn: A. Levin
Brandeis University
415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02454

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