Papillomas in Pet Birds

Papilloma is caused by a virus infection similar to warts. Transmission: Transmission occurs through direct contact. Diagnosis: They are benign tumors that look like tiny wart-like growth. In birds, they typically appear in the throat or vent areas. They can grow large enough to block the vent, making it difficult or even impossible for the … Read more

Egg Binding in Pet Birds

Egg binding refers to a common and potentially serious condition where a female bird is unable to pass an egg that may be stuck near the cloaca, or further inside the reproductive tract. Even though egg binding can occur in any female bird, it is most common in smaller birds such as lovebirds, cockatiels, budgies … Read more

The Problem with Ethoxyquin

August 17, 1992 Dr. David A. DzanisVeterinary NutritionistDiv. of Animal Feeds; FDA HFV-2227500 Standish PlaceRockvilIe, MD 20855 Dear Dr. Dzanis; I am writing to you about the dangers of Ethoxyquin used as a preservative in many pet foods and human foods. Since you are responsible for pet food issues within the FDA and will be … Read more

Corella Cockatoos

Pulling a Blood Feather

The most common emergency call avian vets receive concerns bleeding from broken blood feathers. All feathers on the body will have a blood supply inside the shaft that nourishes the feather while it grows, and the blood dries up after the feather matures. Birds with clipped wings are most vulnerable to breaking these new blood … Read more

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Foods & Plants That Can be Toxic For Birds

Bird Health Care … Safe Foods … First Aid Instructions In a life-and-death situation when every minute counts for an animal, you can call the ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center for 24-hour emergency information at 888-4ANI-HELP (888-426-4435). Toxic: Toxic Household Products … Toxic Carpeting … Teflon Poisoning … Dangerous Air Filtration Systems Safe / Healthy: Safe … Read more

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New Bird Testing & WELL-BIRD Exam

NEW BIRD TESTING & WELL-BIRD EXAM: what veterinary tests should you provide new birds with as well as reasons for different examinations and some of their uses.

Infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT)

Infectious laryngotracheitis (ILT) is a contagious respiratory disease that is characterized by gasping, neck extension and conjunctivitis (inflammation of the membrane around the eye).