This page is currently under construction. However, I will offer a brief outline on crucial issues that concern all pet bird owners.
There are many dangers that can threaten pet birds. It's extremely important that bird owners know what types of hazards can threaten pet birds. I'll start with the hazard that I believe is of foremost concern, because the concern starts when you obtain your bird.
Bird diseases are a serious threat to all birds. Many of these diseases are life-threatening. Many of these diseases are airborne -able to adhere to clothing, hair, shoes, etc. A pet bird owner could accidentally pick up a bird-disease just from walking into a pet store to buy some food for their pet. What's sad is that they can infect their birds and not even know it. Many retail sellers of birds are reluctant to inform their customers of bird-diseases, because it could hurt their sales.
Listing of bird diseases you may want to test your bird for: - Click on names for the definitions and symptoms of these diseases.
Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease (PBFD)
Psittacosis - Link is not yet effective.
Polyomavirus - Link is not yet effective.
There are other diseases which are not yet included on this list, but will be soon.
There are a few steps you can take to protect your bird, yourself and your investment.
1. Steer clear of other people's birds. If you have friends that have birds, and you're visiting their house, change your clothes, and shower when you get home.
2. Buy birds only from reputable sources, such as breeders or other...
3. Try to only buy birds which come with a "health-guarantee". It's quite common now, and many breeders offer this. (And it's SO IMPORTANT).
4. Once you get your bird(s), test them for diseases. You may already have a bird that you may be interested in testing.
5. Only take your bird(s) to Qualified "Avian" veterinarians. If not, you could be asking for trouble, or further infections, or worse.
If you don't have the money for a vet to test your birds, or if you simply live too far away to drive to a veterinarian's office, there are many companies which offer free testing kits (although the tests will cost a small amount of money.)
Email us to learn how to test your birds at home.
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