About Avian Medicine and Bird Veterinarians

The amount of birds being bred for pets and in zoological collections has been on the rise for the last thirty years. Because of this dramatic growth, there has also been an increase in avian veterinarians to provide care for the birds. The goal of an avian veterinarian is to promote heath and safety in bird patients, as well as encourage bird owners to be responsible for their pets. An avian veterinarian's role in educating the public on proper bird care is essential and avian vets should not take this duty lightly. Avian vets are also excellent sources of advice and information to the general public on the benefits of owning a bird. If you do have concerns or need veterinarian advice about parakeets, parrots, or exotic birds, the Association of Avian Veterinarians is also an excellent resource. The AAV is dedicated to providing resources and information for people interested in owning a bird, learning more about avian care, and finding bird and poultry veterinarians.

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