The following is a list of the AAV-produced brochures and a
brief description of their contents.
These brochures are intended to enhance your practice and
support AAV goals of education for clients.
Titles include:
FEEDING: This brochure discusses the differences between
formulated diets and natural diets. The purpose of formulated foods, monitoring
food intake, the importance of clean utensils is discussed as well as tips on
getting the bird on a better diet.
BASIC CARE: This brochure discusses nutrition, environment,
housing, perches, hygiene, security, activity, toys, and general care. Concise
explanations bring bird owners up to speed and gets them interested in learning
more.
SIGNS OF ILLNESS: This brochure addresses one of the most
important topics for new bird owners - how to tell when their bird needs
veterinary attention. Observation, "reading" droppings, early signs of disease,
signs of serious illness, and emergency first aid are discussed. Heat, food, and
veterinary treatment are also covered.
HEALTH EXAMINATION: Quarantine of a new bird, health
examination, the possibilities of what can be found, and what "normal" means is
discussed. The importance of a history, physical evaluation (including weight,
droppings, lab testing, cytology, and possible virus screening). Annual checkups
are also explained.
CHLAMYDIOSIS: The transmission of chlamydiosis is discussed
followed by; clinical signs; how the diagnosis is made; and appropriate steps
the owner must take to effect treatment and prevent reinfection. This brochure
also discusses the possibility of infection in humans.
WHEN SHOULD I TAKE MY BIRD TO A VETERINARIAN: This brochure
gives the bird owner an overview of what a veterinarian can tell the owner about
his bird. We all know that prevention is the most important tool in
bird-keeping; this explains what AAV is doing toward this goal as well as some
of the things the veterinarian can do for pet or breeding birds.
ENRICHING YOUR BIRD'S LIFE: This is an important addition to
our education series. Birds need mental stimulation as well as a clean cage and
quality food. This brochure explains some of the things the owner can do to make
life more interesting and varied for the pet or aviary bird.
GROOMING BIRDS: This brochure explains that grooming is not
the same for birds as it is for dogs. Many birds die from improper handling
during inept or untrained attempts at wing or toenail trimming. Stress is
discussed, and why a veterinarian should monitor or perform all grooming
procedures. The brochure explains what types of grooming are appropriate, and
why
BAND, TATTOO, OR MICROCHIP: This brochure explains how owners
have attempted to mark birds for identification; tattoos, leg-bands, etc., and
discusses the recent development of microchipping for birds and it's advantages.
FEATHER LOSS: This brochure discusses the various reasons
birds lose their feathers. Feather loss can be natural (molt), behavioral, or
pathologic. How to tell and what to do is explained.
INJURY PREVENTION & EMERGENCY CARE: Birds are confronted with
numerous hazards when confined inside a home with other pets, people, toxins,
etc. Learn to anticipate problems and how to keep your bird alive until you get
it to a veterinarian, should a mishap occur.
BEHAVIOR— NORMAL AND ABNORMAL: Some behavior is normal, even
though the novice bird-owner may not understand it at first. Some behavior
indicates illness, some is typical of breeding display. Learn some of the
differences between normal and abnormal behavior.
SMOKING- BAD FOR YOU, WORSE FOR YOUR BIRD— Smoking harms
birds by more than just second-had smoke. Birds process air (and smoke) both
inhaling and exhaling, plus, nicotine on the owners hands is transferred to the
bird’s feathers during handling.
Persons wishing to order brochures will find a printable
order form on this site, under the heading Order Brochures. Print the form and
fax your order to: (817-599-0088).
Please include MasterCard or VISA number, exp date, security code, and BILLING
address for the card as well as a mailing address for your brochures.
Orders (with checks) may be sent to the AAV Publications
Office, PO Box 2584, Weatherford, TX, 76086.
