Our bird ought to be regularly visiting a vet we’ve chosen to assist us in taking care of them. However not all doctors can provide best care for our pet. You might want to consult someone who specializes in birds and this someone is called an avian veterinarian. Consider someone who belongs to the prestigious Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV).
Members of AAV have six (6) or more years of knowledge and skills in bird health. There are few numbers of AAV members worldwide and that includes roughly 70 in Australia.
However if there is no certified AAV in your area, the best that you can do is seek advice from a veterinarian as per recommendations of other bird owners. Bird breeders and organizations for bird care and ownership are also good places to ask about looking for a suitable avian vet for your pet. Or you may also check on the Yellow Pages. Alternatively you can search online and set appointment with them.
During your initial visit to the vet’s office, talk to them about your expectations and take note of their answers. It’s good to be advised how long they have been dealing with birds, the paraphernalia they use or even the trainings they had. Also note how your pet bird behaves with them. Ask them, as well, if they can be reached or consulted for emergency cases. If not, ask for an alternate whom they trust and can provide you and your pet bird the attention your vet gives.
It is also nice to note prior or after speaking with prospective vet if they have a clean place and if it has a generally friendly atmosphere. We wouldn’t want our pet to stay a night, say for observation, if the clinic is unhygienic as our bird may easily catch other bird’s disease.
A reliable doctor is someone who is interested in our pet only when they are sick but someone who offer pointers on handling small issues on our own. You may be instructed on discerning if your bird is not feeling well and what you might need to do until you can bring your pet over.
As bird owners, we should have the apt avian first aid kit at home. Included in this is a carrier to transport our pet bird as their aviary may not fit in the car. Cotton swabs, betadine, tubing, gauze tape and some other things that your vet may recommend. Ensure you have adequate supplies at any given time.
Our best friend in taking care of our pet is our veterinarian. Their skills and knowledge about birds should be ample to give our trust to them and anticipate all is well. While there are plenty of veterinarians, know which would be right for your pet bird. Being able to speak with them initially should give you an idea on who to choose for your bird.
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