Avian
Facing the Facts: Companion Birds Don’t Need Seeds
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) There is a misconception among pet bird owners that because wild birds eat seeds, pet birds should. However, this is not the
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Veterinary Scholarship Program
Supporting Future Exotic Animal Veterinarians For more information contact Jennifer McDaniel at 913.982.0935 or veterinaryscholarship@zupreem.com ZuPreem is proud to show its dedication to veterinary students by providing $5,000 in annual scholarships
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Why Birds Make Great Pets
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) Pets of all kinds can be great companions, giving their owners someone to talk to, cuddle and spend time with. For
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“Slow and Steady” Bird Diet Conversion: Switching Foods At A Gradual Pace
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) Converting your bird from an unhealthy, high-fat, all-seed diet to a nutritionally balanced and complete pelleted bird food diet can be stressful –
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What Is In a Bird Food Pellet?
What is in a bird food pellet? A pellet contains a balance of all the essential nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, that seeds lack and that your bird
How to Find an Avian Veterinarian
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) In veterinary school, most students receive very little training in the field of bird care. Therefore, most new graduate veterinarians are
Reasons to Visit an Avian Veterinarian
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) “My bird has never been sick before, so I’ve never needed to bring him to the vet.” This is what I
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How to Give Treats To Your Bird
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) Just like us, birds love to eat treats. Whether you are rewarding your bird for performing trained behaviors or just giving
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Are you spending enough time with your bird?
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) Birds are flock animals that are used to living in groups of dozens to hundreds, making them very social creatures. Their
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“Tough Love” Conversion Method: Creating a Routine for Your Bird
By Dr. Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice) It would be great if you could simply offer your pet bird nutritionally complete pelleted food and immediately wean him off
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Read more articles on avian nutrition, care for your pet bird, and more.
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Zunation Podcasts
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