Bird Health and Vet Guides
Birds are experts at hiding illness — by the time a bird looks sick, it may already be seriously unwell. Regular health checks and knowing the early warning signs can mean the difference between a quick recovery and a devastating outcome.
What We Cover
- Signs of illness — Fluffed feathers, changes in droppings, reduced appetite, lethargy, discharge, and breathing changes
- Common conditions — Psittacosis, PBFD, polyomavirus, crop infections, respiratory disease, and feather plucking
- Finding an avian vet — Not all vets treat birds. How to find a qualified avian vet in your area of Australia
- Preventive care — Annual health checks, beak and nail maintenance, parasite prevention
- First aid — What to do in an emergency, keeping a bird first aid kit, and safe transport to the vet
Avian veterinary care is a specialty — general practice vets may not have the training to diagnose bird-specific conditions accurately. We maintain a guide to help you find an avian specialist in your state.