A guide to care and ownership of these beautiful birds Canaries have been domesticated since the 15th century, when the Spanish first imported them from their Canary Isles home, attracted by their melodic song, and since then their popularily as a caged bird has spread throughout the world. This book introduces several of the different types of canary that are popular today, and offers invaluable advice on the responsibilities of ownership and how best to care for these birds. It covers the history of the canary, housing and nutrition, breeding, showing, and healthcare.About the Author: Brian Keenan is a champion breeder and exhibitor who has been breeding canaries for more than 50 years, is in demand as a popular judge at exhibitions throughout the world, and has a regular column in Cage & Aviary Birds magazine.