Denise Fleck

Basic Bird First-Aid Denise Fleck

Avian best friends come in more than 10,000 varieties and can live from 5 to 80 years! They can catch the common cold FROM us as well as share a few zoonotic diseases of their own! In this handy guide, you'll learn the 4-1-1 you need to know to help your feathered family member BEFORE you can get to veterinary care. You will learn to check vitals as well as identify the signs and symptoms of something not quite right with your bird and what to do at onset of illness or injury. Topics include: Handling Attacks by Another Animal, Broken Blood Feathers, Bleeding Tongue, Breathing Difficulties & CPR, Burns, Dehydration, Diarrhea, Poisoning, Regurgitation vs. Vomiting, Shock, Straining, What to Have in Your Bird's First-Aid Kit and more.