When I’d converse on the telephone, I’d stretch out my pinky finger -- and behold, Cappy would fly on over and perch himself and listen in on the phone call. He loved when the bathroom shower was on, ...

GARFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio -- I’m an animal lover by nature and would someday love to have a dog. In the meantime, I explored other options. I chose parakeets because they are simple to take care of, and ...