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Avian Health Concerns: Recognizing and Eliminating External Parasites, Ants and Moths; Part I

findiviglio — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 20:39:29 +0000

Hello, Frank here. The possibility of a flea or mite infestation in one’s home is a very troubling concern…pet-owners’ fears about this have been the source of many distressed calls for assistance that I have received over the years. The good news for bird keepers is that external parasites are not all that common among our [...]

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Avian Health Concerns: Recognizing and Eliminating External Parasites, Ants and Moths; Part I

Diagnosis and Treatment of Ailments Afflicting Parrots, Canaries, Finches, Mynas and other Cage and Aviary Birds – Part 2

findiviglio — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 17:31:00 +0000

Click here to read the first part of this article. Foot Ailments Bumblefoot (swollen toe joints) Bacterial infections (often Staphylococcus) take hold in small wounds on the feet (received from splinters, glass, frostbite, etc.) especially if droppings have been allowed to accumulate. Prompt antibiotic treatment is necessary if surgery is to be avoided; if left untreated, gangrene will set [...]

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Ailments Afflicting Parrots, Canaries, Finches, Mynas and other Cage and Aviary Birds – Part 2

Diagnosis and Treatment of Ailments Afflicting Parrots, Canaries, Finches, Mynas and other Cage and Aviary Birds – Part 1

findiviglio — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 20:02:00 +0000

As with all pets, a nutritious diet and proper environmental conditions are the most important factors in maintaining the health of captive birds. When health concerns do arise, you should seek veterinary assistance. The following information will help you to identify, avoid and treat (while awaiting a veterinarian’s advice) commonly encountered bird ailments. It is [...]

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Diagnosis and Treatment of Ailments Afflicting Parrots, Canaries, Finches, Mynas and other Cage and Aviary Birds – Part 1