"Alex Clayton"  wrote in message 
news:azZCd.1524$v76.403{at}newsread3.news.pas.earthlink.net...
> "Andrew Neilson"  wrote in message 
> news:crh8p7$4gd$1{at}murdoch.acc.Virginia.EDU...
>> Personally, I happen to love my Conures like they were my own children. 
>> If there is a risk, then why take it?
>>
>>
>> The bottom line is that no matter how much data you provide, some people
>> will refuse to listen.  They think that they are correct and do not want 
>> to be confused with the facts.
>>
>> Andrew.
>>
>
> LOL, you're more on the mark than you probably realize Andrew. They
"hype" 
> can't be proved, yet you believe it and are not about to be swayed by 
> "facts", you have your mind made up.
>  If you really believe in not taking risks like you claim, then you have 
> your birds in a separate building, right? After all you would certainly 
> NEVER have them in the same house you cook in right? Also you NEVER take 
> them in a car right?
> LOL, don't get confused with all those facts now, maybe you should get the 
> design for mikes aluminum hat, after all he "may" be right you know, 
> better make one for your birds too, why take chances?

The issue is not whether the "hype" (for or against) is to be believed, or 
whether to completely discount the "hype" and mainain the status quo 
(keeping in mind that what is status quo for one is not necessary status quo 
for another), the issue is whether -- given the fact that some evidence 
exists for harm -- one is willing to take a foreseeable risk. The choice is 
up to the individual.

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Some relevant definitions:
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CAUTION: (noun)
1. a. Careful forethought to avoid danger or harm.
    b. Close attention or vigilance to minimize risk: The car proceeded over 
the rickety bridge with caution.
2. Prudence or restraint in action or decision: advised caution in choosing 
a school.
3. A warning or admonishment, especially to take heed: I received a caution 
from the doctor about fat in my diet.
4. A cautious action; a precaution: The climbers took the necessary cautions 
in preparing for the ascent.
5. Informal: One that is striking or alarming.
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RECKLESS: (adjective)
1. a. Heedless or careless.
    b. Headstrong; rash.
2. Indifferent to or disregardful of consequences: a reckless driver.
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NEGLIGENCE: (noun)
1. The state or quality of being negligent.
2. A negligent act or a failure to act.
3. Law: Failure to exercise the degree of care considered reasonable under 
the circumstances, resulting in an unintended injury to another party.
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PRUDENT: (adjective)
1. Wise in handling practical matters; exercising good judgment or common 
sense.
2. Careful in regard to one's own interests; provident.
3. Careful about one's conduct; circumspect.
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