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Disaster-a not so perfect storm…for a companion bird!

Be Prepaired
Despite the current disasters such as hurricanes, wild fires, and other maladies of Mother Nature that make international headlines, often the most overlooked disaster for a companion bird goes without noticeThis is something that occurs often, yet, rarely makes a headline: it’s a storm of another kind The kind of storm that can be sudden or perhaps it’s

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Avian First Aid: Removing a Broken Blood Feather

Broken Blood Feather – A Common Wound in Companion Birds
Bourke Parakeet Photo Credit: Fanny Rondou
Whether a companion bird is flighted or clipped, a new flight feather presents a risk to the bird’s well being when broken and bleeding After the new feather has completely emerged, the feather shaft or quill dries up and no longer presents a risk at

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Avian First Aid: Blood Everywhere! Now What?

An Avian First Aid Technique is Hydrotherapy and Clay Poultice for Wound Management
If you’ve been caring for companion birds for any length of time, it’s surely happened to you And, as the odds are typically stacked, blood related accidents usually happen at the most inopportune moment!  When it comes to discovering a parrot in a blood bath, there really

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First Aid: Pododermatitis What’s Normal?

Grooming and Health Assessment: How often do we really look at our bird’s physical appearance?
And what are we looking for?
What if you are unsure about something you’ve noticed on your bird? Do you call the veterinarian? You do if it’s critical!  These are questions that are easier to address with an understanding of what is normal and what is abnormal

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Avian First Aid: Mastering the Art of Towel Restraint

Practice Makes Perfect When It Comes to Towel Restraint
Learning to restrain a cockatiel at a Parrot Life Seminar
Mastering the art of safe and non invasive restraint techniques for your companion bird is essential for proper grooming and emergency first aid procedures One of the most primary lessons in our Parrot Life Seminars is a demonstration of proper towel restraint for

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Avian First Aid: Contents of a HARI Approved Kit

First Aid, Are You Ready?
Avian caretakers should always be ready in the event of emergency When is a good time to learn about first aid for your avian companion? Well, if you’re asking yourself that question, it might be a good idea to stay tuned to this HARI series on Avian First Aid The next few posts will cover

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