"A sick bird is a dead bird," or so the saying goes. The truth is, however, a sick bird usually only dies if no one notices he's sick. Veterinary care for birds has reached a point where many illnesses can be treated effectively – if they are discovered in time. It's pretty common knowledge that birds mask illness in an instinctive attempt to avoid predators. In reality though, birds are rarely capable of acting perfectly normal in the face of illness. With most sicknesses, subtle signs are usually displayed. The key to early detection of illness – and successful treatment – in pet birds is to learn to recognize some subtle signs.Behavioral SignsTwo categories of symptoms suggest the presence of a problem – behavioral signs and physical signs.
Pet birds are easy to care for when well but almost impossible to deal with when sick. The reason is that birds properly cared for rarely get sick. When they do, well-kept birds usually fare quite well;...
Even the most healthy-looking bird can harbor hidden disease, and lab tests are the best way to find out how healthy your bird is. Here’s an idea of the tests your veterinarian may order when you bring...
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