Best Behaved Birds

Best Behaved Birds šŸ¦œPersonalised consultations on bird behaviour, training and care!
šŸ„—Healthy parrot food and foraging mixes! My specialism is parrot training and bonding.

About Us:

Best Behaved Birds was founded in 2020 by Sophie Barnett and David Trebus. Sophie:
Hi everyone, Iā€™m Sophie and Iā€™m part of the Best Behaved Birds team. I have over 15 years of experience working with a wide variety of animals including birds, exotic mammals and California sea lions. I graduated from university in 2014 after studying a BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour and Welfare and achie

ved a First Class grade. Prior to this, I studied a National Diploma in Animal Management and earned a Triple Distinction grade. I have worked in a diverse range of roles in the animal care sector, including: working as a zoo keeper, delivering talks as a zoo presenter, being responsible for the health and welfare of over 100 birds at a farm park as Head of Birds, and teaching college students theoretical and practical animal care as a lecturer. My areas of special interest are: positive reinforcement training, parrot nutrition and enrichment. If youā€™d like to find out more about me and my flock, you can find me on my YouTube channel BirdNerdSophie. David:
Hi, Iā€™m David and Iā€™m part of the of the Best Behaved Birds team. Iā€™ve loved parrots since I was a child and have kept them for most of my life. I have extensive experience with most small parrot species as well as other many other types of birds. I also have experience looking after other common pet species. I love engaging with parrots and teaching them new behaviours, as well as seeing birds from difficult backgrounds blossom under the right care and with dedicated training. Iā€™m always working with our own birds to teach them new tricks and behaviours, as well as provide the best quality of life for them with my partner Sophie. I come from a teaching and research background, and I have previously taught both children and adults in various subjects and levels. I strongly believe that education is important in improving the lives of our feathered friends, as well as making our lives easier as parrot parents. I have a diploma in Animal Behaviour and Welfare and have attended numerous seminars and training sessions on parrot behaviour. I have also previously volunteered on the bird section at a local wildlife park, where I gained valuable experience and knowledge. I recently completed and passed the ā€˜Living & Learning with Animals: The Fundamental Principles and Procedures of Teaching and Learningā€™ course for veterinary and animal professionals. The course was delivered by renowned psychology professor Dr Susan Friedman of Behavior Works. The course delved into the function and practical application of behaviour analysis, and how to become the most ethical animal trainer possible. If you want to find out more about me or my birds you can find me on my YouTube channel TheParrotTeacher where I post content on parrot care and training. We are both Certified Professional Bird Trainers (CPBT-KA) with the International Avian Trainers Certification Board IATCB, and we are professional members of the International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators. We are always learning, even with our extensive experience, so that we can give you the most up-to-date best practice for looking after your pet bird. Some of our continued professional development has included courses in Animal Nutrition, and workshops in Husbandry Training, Cooperative Care, Free Shaping and Antecedent Arrangement.

Lots of great info on the benefits of sprouting!
13/01/2026

Lots of great info on the benefits of sprouting!

Sprouting has countless benefits and itā€™s so easy!

Science has shown us what happens to a seed when it begins to transform into a plantā€¦ and we can take advantage of that process to provide our birds valuable nutrients they can NOT get in cooked foods! Hereā€™s a handy image Iā€™ve created that helps provide some basic info. Sprouting kits and bundles always available at the shop link on our page!

We are only 10 days into the new year, and already we are super busy with our parrot care consultations! We love being a...
10/01/2026

We are only 10 days into the new year, and already we are super busy with our parrot care consultations! We love being able to help so many people around the world to work through behaviour and training challenges! šŸ¦œ Here are four of our recent clients - Kiwi, Papaya, Fuego and Phoebe!

09/01/2026

Itā€™s Fresh Feather Friday! Our conures love bathing in their play sink - available on our store! šŸ¦œ

Charlie wants you to know that you can support us for FREE šŸ˜± by writing a review if youā€™ve loved our parrot food, educat...
07/01/2026

Charlie wants you to know that you can support us for FREE šŸ˜± by writing a review if youā€™ve loved our parrot food, educational courses or our consultations!

You can leave a review in 3 places:

šŸ¦œ On the reviews section of our page
šŸ¦œ On our store - select the product you want to review and scroll down to the bottom of the page at https://bestbehavedbirdsshop.com/
šŸ¦œ On our Google business listing: https://g.page/r/CULpUGt84lwsEAE/review

Thank you so much yo everyone who has already taken the time to do so - we appreciate you! šŸ¤—

We get to work with lots of wonderful cockatiels through our parrot training consultations! Hereā€™s sweet little Lucy, wh...
06/01/2026

We get to work with lots of wonderful cockatiels through our parrot training consultations! Hereā€™s sweet little Lucy, who was back for another session where we discussed lots of husbandry topics, including the use of UV lights and how to give birds a good nights sleep!

Introducing our brand new loyalty rewards programme: Parrot Points! šŸ¦œEarn 2 points for every Ā£1 spent* across our range ...
05/01/2026

Introducing our brand new loyalty rewards programme: Parrot Points! šŸ¦œ

Earn 2 points for every Ā£1 spent* across our range of healthy parrot food, bird care accessories and educational parrot courses! Points can be converted into money off vouchers for future orders.

Click the rewards button at bestbehavedbirdsshop.com today to get started! šŸ£

*Excludes consultation sales.

We are back and ready to help you and your birds to thrive in 2026! šŸ¦œIf youā€™ve been struggling with behaviour challenges...
04/01/2026

We are back and ready to help you and your birds to thrive in 2026! šŸ¦œ

If youā€™ve been struggling with behaviour challenges with your bird, the new year is a perfect time to reset and get things back on track.

David and I are both certified professional bird trainers (CPBT-KA), and we work with parrot owners around the world with things like biting, trust building, hormonal behaviour, screaming, diet conversion and more!

Drop us a message today to see how we can help šŸ¤—šŸ¦œ

Weā€™d like to wish our wonderful clients and supporters a very Merry Christmas (or Happy December if you donā€™t celebrate!...
19/12/2025

Weā€™d like to wish our wonderful clients and supporters a very Merry Christmas (or Happy December if you donā€™t celebrate!) šŸ„³

2025 has been such an exciting year for us with the launch of our own food line, as well as bringing to the UK and Europe! Weā€™ve even expanded so much that we need a separate unit for us to operate! Weā€™ve also worked with some incredible birds and humans all around the world which is so rewarding! We have big plans for 2026, and as always, we value hearing from you on what youā€™d like to see from us.

David and I will be taking a well earned break to enjoy some family time this Christmas, and itā€™ll be business as usual from 5th January 2026. For anything urgent, drop us a DM.

One of the most common species we work with are green cheek conures šŸ¦œ Hereā€™s one of our recent clients, handsome Cosmo! ...
17/12/2025

One of the most common species we work with are green cheek conures šŸ¦œ Hereā€™s one of our recent clients, handsome Cosmo! We helped his owner work through biting, going back in the cage voluntarily, and building on their relationship!

How gorgeous is Coco the orange-winged Amazon? šŸ˜ We worked with her owner on a variety of training topics, including bei...
16/12/2025

How gorgeous is Coco the orange-winged Amazon? šŸ˜ We worked with her owner on a variety of training topics, including being relaxed when guests come to visit.

Weā€™ve just finished our last restock of 2025! David and I will both be filming videos showing off the new unit once we h...
14/12/2025

Weā€™ve just finished our last restock of 2025! David and I will both be filming videos showing off the new unit once we have finished all of the set up, but we love it!

Donā€™t forget, we will be on our Christmas break from 20th December, and back on the 5th January! The last day to place your order before our break is Friday the 19th December!

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High Oak Business Centre, 15-17 Gentlemens Field, Westmill Road
Ware
SG120EF

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