Client Education MaterialThe following are useful educational handouts which can be downloaded, printed and made available to your clients. AspergillosisAspergillosis may develop in any bird, but companion birds most frequently diagnosed with aspergillosis include... Download PDF HandoutAvian InfluenzaAvian influenza or "Bird Flu" is a group of viral infections that occur naturally among birds. Some wild birds like... Download PDF HandoutAvian PolyomavirusAvian polyomavirus is one of the most important viral diseases seen in the companion parrot. Download PDF HandoutAvian Polyomavirus Avian polyomavirus (APV) is an important disease in psittacine birds. APV is of greatest concern in young birds... Avian Reproductive BehaviorThe onset of reproductive or "broody" behavior varies with the species. Download PDF HandoutBehavioral Modification Techniques in the Companion ParrotThere are a number of medical reasons for feather picking and a complete diagnostic evaluation of your bird's health status is always recommended. The following techniques may be helpful, however, whether the underlying cause of the feather picking is behavioral or medical. Download PDF HandoutBiting in Companion BirdsThe parrot beak is not inherently a weapon. Instead it is a sensory organ used to touch and explore the world. Much of the exploration parrots do with their beak is not biting, however this exploration can get a little rough, or even... Download PDF HandoutCaging the Companion ParrotThe ideal bird cage should be spacious and clean, with multiple perches and stimulating toys. Specific cage requirements will vary with the species and the amount of time your... Download PDF HandoutChronic Egg LayingChronic egg laying is the production of an excessive number of eggs or repeated clutches (or collections) of eggs. Chronic egg laying often occurs in the absence of a normal… Download PDF HandoutCockatiel Concerns The small, affectionate birds we call cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus) have undergone extensive modification through their breeding in captivity. Color variations or mutations have increased in number over the years… Cold Weather Tips for Exotic Animal PetsWhile most exotic pets are housed indoors, there are still some key concepts to keep in mind when winter comes around. Client educational handout donated by Dr. Eric Klaphake Download PDF HandoutConverting Your Bird to a Healthy DietConversion to a healthy diet will improve the health and feather quality of your pet bird. Before beginning a dietary conversion, your bird should be… Download PDF HandoutEgg Laying Problems Reproductive problems are a common occurrence in many of the smaller avian species—particularly cockatiels, budgerigars (parakeets), lovebirds, finches, and canaries. A female can produce eggs without a male being present, but… Feather Destructive BehaviorFeather destructive behavior represents a range of actions from excessive preening to feather plucking or feather picking to self-mutilation. Download PDF HandoutFeeding Your Pet Bird a Healthy DietIn their native habitat, some parrots like cockatiels, budgerigar parakeets, as well as many cockatoos and macaws are seed-eaters. These birds are able to balance their diet because of the… Download PDF HandoutForgaging Behavior in Companion Parrots: Behavioral & Environmental EnrichmentIn the wild, parrots exhibit four main behaviors: social interaction, grooming, foraging, and sleeping. The vast majority of their days are spent foraging or searching for food. Download PDF HandoutHoliday HazardsThe companion parrot is part of the family! When including our feathered friends in the holiday season we must keep them safe. Download PDF HandoutHousehold DangersThere are a host of potential household dangers that may confront our winged companions... Download PDF HandoutMedicating Your BirdKeeping your pet healthy is everyone’s goal. However if your bird becomes ill, effective treatment will require that medications are given at the right dose and frequency for the… Download PDF HandoutNormal Parrot BehaviorPet bird behavior is complex, and it is crucial that bird owners have a realistic understanding of what to expect from their pets… Download PDF HandoutParrot Toys & Toy SafetyParrots are extremely intelligent creatures; and toys are one of the most important items we can purchase for our birds. Many avian behaviorists recommend four types of toys… Download PDF HandoutPlants and Branches for your BirdFew studies have been conducted to determine which houseplants are toxic to birds, so all plants that contain known toxic chemicals have been excluded from the Safe Plant List below… Download PDF HandoutProventricular Dilatation DiseaseProventricular dilatation disease or PDD has been reported in more than 50 species, including cockatoos, cockatiels, lovebirds, macaws, parakeets… Download PDF HandoutPsittacine Beak and Feather DiseasePsittacine Beak and Feather Disease is an important disease of psittacine birds or parrots. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation out there on Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease, and there is also a lot of information that is still unknown. Client handout donated by Dr. Eric Klaphake. Download PDF HandoutPsittacosis in Birds & HumansPsittacosis is an infectious disease of birds and people caused by Chlamydophila psittaci... Download PDF HandoutSigns of Illness in Your BirdIt is a natural instinct for parrots to hide signs of illness. In the wild, this skill serves them well, and in fact, may save their lives… Download PDF HandoutTeaching Bathing skillsMany companion parrot species originate from tropical environments with high humidity in which they bathe often. Even parrots from arid environments enjoy and benefit from… Download PDF HandoutToxic PlantsToxic plants reported in small animals include Aloe vera, Amanita mushrooms, Amaryllis sp… Download PDF HandoutTraining Basic SkillsMany parrots instinctively strive for a position of dominance within their flock (your household). Many of the behavioral problems that can arise from such a situation, may be prevented when… Download PDF HandoutVitamin AVitamin A plays an important role in maintaining a healthy…. Download PDF HandoutVitamin A Vitamin A is one of the most common deficiencies in pet bird medicine, especially in South American species like… |
|
