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Birds

Everything you need to know about birds

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Budgie Care Sheet
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Teresa Manucy, DVM

Level of CareBeginner Lifespan10-12 years CompanionshipBudgies are a great choice for beginning bird parents. They are adaptable to a wide range of care conditions, not too demanding in their day-to-day...

Parakeet Care Sheet
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Maria Zayas, DVM

OverviewLevel of CareBeginner Lifespan7–15 years RoommatesParakeets are social little birds that can be housed either alone or in groups. Pet parents commonly keep 2–4 parakeets together in the same enclosure....

Egg Binding in Birds
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Maria Zayas, DVM

What is Egg Binding in Birds?In a healthy female bird, eggs are produced regularly and able to pass from her body into the nest. However, when the egg is unable to pass from the bird’s body normally, it...

Bird Flu in Birds
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Maria Zayas, DVM

What is Bird Flu in Birds?Bird flu, also known as avian flu, is a viral infection of avian species. Each strain usually affects a smaller number of bird species more severely, but the virus is prone to...

Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease
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Teresa Manucy, DVM

What is Beak and Feather Disease in Birds?Psittacine beak and feather disease (PBFD) is also known as psittacine circovirus (PCV) or Psittacine Circoviral Disease (PCD). This is a viral condition responsible...

What You Should Know Before Getting Backyard Chickens
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Laurie Hess, DVM, DABVP

Backyard chickens are extremely popular as pets, even in urban areas. They are fun, interactive, entertaining animals that have the added benefit of providing tasty, fresh eggs. While chickens can be wonderful...

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