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VETERINARY MEDICINE and Bird Care
Avian Medicine and Surgery
by Robert B. Altman, Susan L. Clubb, Gerry
M. Dorrenstein, & Katherine E. Quesenberry
Written with a problem-oriented approach, this user-friendly book provides a means to gain
knowledge in both basic and advanced clinical avian medicine and aviculture. particularly
valuable to the beginning avian practitioner.
214 pages. Hardcover. (1997)
$95.00 |
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Avian medicine: Principles and
Application
by Dr. Branson Ritchie, Dr. Greg harrison,
& Linda Harrison
This is an unparralleled reference text for all persons involved in captive avian medicine
and stewardship. This book provides an introduction to avian medicine for the beginning
practitioner, as well as the most up-to-date and state-of-the-art techniques for the
seasoned avian veterinarian. This book is setting a new standard in veterinary medicine as
a comprehensive text and practical guidebook. Includes over 1500 photos and illustrations,
formulary, and full support index.
1384 pages. Color photos, b&w photos and line drawings, acetate overlays. Hardcover
(1993)
$175.00 |
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Avian Hematology and Cytology (2nd
Edition)
by Dr. Terry W. Campbell
Presents a reference for the identification of cells and the interpretation of cellular
resposes in birds. Covers evaluation of avian hemic cytology, uses of cytodiagnosis, and
examples of common artifacts seen on cellular samples.
104 pages. Color photos. hardcover (1995)
$62.95 |
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A Color Atlas of Avian Anatomy
by Dr. John McLelland
This spectacular guide gives you instant access to bird anatomy for easy diagnosis and
review. It is a guided tour through the external features, skeleton, and body systems of
common birds. it shows normal avian anatomy so you'll find it easier to recognize
abnormalities. Multiple perspectives help you identify all important features.
127 pages. Color photos. Hardcover. (1991)
$89.00 |
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Avian Medicine: Principles and
Application (Abridged Edition)
by Dr. Branson Ritchie, Dr. Greg Harrison,
Linda Harrison, & Dr. Donald W. Zantop
Designed to be used in conjunction with the original text, this pocket Abridged Edition
makes the details included in the comprehensive book more accessible on a daily,
quick-reference basis. This is especially valuable for the busy avian practitioner or
breeder who wants instant access to famitiar passages, tables, and charts. Abridged by
Zantrop, an experienced avian practitioner, to contain relevant clinical material in a
condensed format. Also includes an updated formulary chapter.
809 pages. Paperback. (1997)
$69.00 |
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Avian Surgical Anatomy
by Dr. Susan E. Orosz, Dr. Philip K.
Ensley, & Carol J. Haynes
One-of-a-kind atlas gives you practice-applicable information on the anatomy, surgical
approaches, and basic orthopedic principles of various avian species and shows how to
properly expose the thoracic and pelvic limbs, decrease-trauma, and enhance your surgical
success. Anatomical illustrations with notes that briefly describe the muscles, bones,
vascular supply, and nerves of each region, then review related surgical approaches.
Closure of the wound, comments on technique, and postoperative care also discussed.
139 pages. Color and b&w photos and drawings, with 12 color anatomy fold-outs.
Hardcover. (1992)
$91.00 |
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Avian Viruses: Function and Control
by Dr. Branson Ritchie
This up-to-date guide to understanding and controlling viruses is written for everyone
interested in the health and management of captive and free ranging birds, particularly
veterinarians, aviculturists, zoo keepers, wildlife biologists, ornilhulogists, and
wildlife rehabilitators.
525 pages B&w photos and drawings. Hardcover. (1995)
$99.00 |
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Birds: Their Structure and Function
(2nd Edition)
by Dr. A.S. King & Dr. John McLelland
A general introduction to avian anatomy for students of veterinary science, zoology, and
comparative vertebrate anatomy. It is a fully revised versionof Outlines of Avian
Anatomy.
334 pages. Paperback. (1984)
$36.00 |
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Care of the Wild Featherd and Furred
(20th Anniversary Edition)
by Mae Hickman & Maxine Guy.
"The most highly praised guide ever written for treating, feeding, and housing
injured birds and animals" , this revised and updated 20th Anniversary Edition
explains in detail how to raise baby birds and mammals, splint broken bones, suture
wounds, remove oil and tar, treat poisoning, shock, and a variety of disorders. Includes
an excellent food substitution chart.
143 pages. B&w drawings. Paperback. (1993)
$14.95 |
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Psittacine Aviculture: Perspectives,
Techniques and Research
by Richard M. Schubot, Kevin J. Clubb,
& Dr. Susan L. Clubb
Contains extensive chapters on cage and aviary design, captive diets, poisonous plants,
avicultural management, incubation, handfeeding & neonatal care, growth &
development of chicks, pediatric medicine, perspectives on aviculture, and species
accounts. A must-have for aviculturists, avian veterinarians, biologiste, zoo curators, or
anyone interested in parrots.
325 pages. Color photos and b&w drawings. Hardcover. (1992)
$49.95 |
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Raptor Biomedicine
by Dr. Patrick T. Redig, Dr. John E.
Cooper, Dr. J. David Remple, & Dr. D. Bruce Hunter
Raptor medicine is a specialty within the rapidly advancing clinical science of avian
medicine. This book combines age-old falconry medical traditions with current avian
medical management to present up-to-date information on the health and disease of birds of
prey, including the environmental factors that influence their survival and population
dynamics. A. reference for falconers, captive bird managers, field biologists,
veterinarians, and conservationists.
265 pages. B&w photos. (1993)
$49.95 |
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How to Care for Your Pet Bird
by Dr. Joel Murphy.
Practical advice on all facets of cage bird care-how to buy a pet bird, detecting illness,
nutrition, training, disease prevention, veterinary care, and breeding. Called the best
"owner's manual" for your bird. A must-have reference for all birdkeepers.
336 pages. Color and b&w photos. Paperback. (1994)
$45.00 |
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A Guide to Basic Health & Disease
in Birds
by Dr. Michael J. Cannon.
Packed with user-friendly information, this new Australian Birdkeeper guide discusses
avian common diseases, quarantine procedures, how to recognize health and nutritional
problems, parasite control, working with your avian veterinarian, aviary management, and
steps to maintaining healthy birds. A must for all aviculturists!
96 pages. Color photos and b&w photos, drawings, and charts. Paperback. (1996)
$23.95 |
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First Aid for Birds
by Tim Haweroft.
Practical, easy to follow advice on assessing a bird's condition, approaching and handling
an injured or sick bird, basic first aid, and prevention and treatment of injury and
disease.
94 pages. Color photos and b&w drawings. Paperback. (1994)
$10.00 |
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The Parrot in Health and Illness: An
Owner's Guide
by Bonnie Munro Doane.
Authoritative, in-depth guide delves into every facet of health care for all hookbills.
Chapters include: Selecting an Avian Veterinarian, The Well Bird, The Sick Bird, Emergency
First Aid, Disease Problems, Avian Surgery, Necropsy, When a Bird Dies, and Medications
& Disinfectants.
338 pages. Photos and drawings. Hardcover. (1991)
$24.95 |
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Understanding the Life of Birds
by Patrick G. Coyle, Jr..
This book explains the biology of birds in terms that the average reader can understand.
Topics include avian reproduction, chick development, feather structure and color,
genetics, egg formation, digestion, flight, nutrition, sense organs, and more.
304 pages. B&w photos and drawings. (1987)
$21.95 |
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Hand-Feeding and Raising Baby Birds
by Dr. Matthew M. Vriends.
This book covers everything you need to know to successfully incubate eggs and maintain a
sanitary nursery. It also discusses feeding formulas, egg repair, and the correction of
common illnesses and other problems.
.152 pages. Color photos and b&w drawings. Paperback. (1996)
$9.95 |
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Handbook of Birds, Cages
& Aviaries
by Australian Birdkeeper.
128 pages. Color photos and b&w photos and drawings. Paperback.
(1997)
$19.95 |
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A Guide to Better Hatching
by Janet Stromberg.
Considered one of the best books ever published on the subject of hatching, this book
includes information on all aspects, including structure and formation of the egg,
incubation, fertility management, etc.
100 pp. B&w photos, drawings, and charts. Paperback. (1975)
$6.95 |
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Breeding Exotic Birds: A Beginner's
Guide
by Fran Gonzalez.
Chapters in this practical beginner's guide include: How to Choose Your Breeders, Proper
Veterinary Care, Sexing, Introducing Your Birds, Feeding Your Birds, Cages and Nest Boxes,
Eggs, Care and Feeding of the Babies, Problems of Bird Breeding, Illness, and Problems
with Babies.
86 pages. Color photos. Paperback. (1993)
$14.95 |
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Cage & Aviary Bird Survival Manual
by Graham Wellstead
This book presents a family-by-family guide to cage and aviary birds, with advice on their
care and breeding. Includes detailed advice on housing, species compatibility, clutch
size, incubation time, diet, disease, housing, and more.
$Call |
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Sexing All Fowl, Baby
Chicks, Game Birds, Cage Birds
by Loyl Stromberg.
The most helpful book ever published about sexing fowl and cage birds. For the beginner to
expert breeder.
96 pages. B&w photos and drawings. Paperback. (1977)
$6.95 |
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Cage & Aviary Bird Survival Manual
by Graham Wellstead.
This book presents a family-by-family guide to cage and aviary birds, with advice on their
care and breeding. Includes detailed advice on housing, species compatibility, clutch
size, incubation time, diet, disease, housing, and more.
160 pages. Color photos. Paperback. (1997)
$Call |
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Ratite Management, Medicine, and
Surgery
by Thomas N. Tully, Jr., & Simon M.
Shane.
With contributions by more than fifteen experts, this is a comprehensive guide to
enhancing ratite productivity through integration of scientific knowledge of nutrition,
management, disease control, and therapy.
214 pages. B&w photos. Hardcover. (1996)
$59.00 |
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The Emu Farmer's Handbook (Volume1)
by Phillip & Maria Minnaar.
An extensive reference book on all conceivable aspects of emu husbandry, including
detailed incubation techniques, farm management, artificial insemination, emu anatomy,
nutrition, and chick care.
178 pages. Hardcover. (1992)
$40.00 |
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The New Incubation Book
by Dr. Arthur F. Anderson Brown &
G.E.S. Robbins.
Now updated with new photographs and an additional chapter by G. E. S. Robbins, this book
can be recommended to all who are interested in incubation-whether it be for pheasants,
waterfowl, poultry, ratites, or reptiles.
266 pages. B&w photos, drawings, and charts. Paperback. (1994)
$29.95 |
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Feeding Your Pet Bird
by Dr. Petra M. Burgmann.
The author presents detailed nutritional information and shows ways to apply it to a
bird's specific needs. Also described are many different bird food formulas, most of which
can he-prepared with relative ease. Also explained is how to raise "specialty"
foods.
144 pages. Color photos and b&w drawings. Paperback. (1993)
$11.95 |
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Guide to a Well-Behaved Parrot
by Mattie Sue Athan.
Parrot owners and prospective owners will find practical solutions to numerous parrot
behavior problems such as screaming, biting, and feather chewing. This book also features
information on bathing, grooming, communication, accessory selection, and safe interaction
with children and other pets. Dozens of photos and drawings emphasize "how-to"
techniques of parrot behavior modification.
144 pages. Color photos and b&w drawings. Paperback. (1993)
$9.95 |
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How to Potty Train Your Parrot in 14
Days (Revised Edition)
by Liz Andreoli.
This book was written to help those pet parrot owners who are frustrated by their bird's
inappropriate potty habits. The author has developed a time-tested method to successfully
housebreak birds. This revised edition of the original 1994 version includes additional
information to help you better understand your cherished feathered friends.
112 pages. B&w drawings. Paperback. (1997)
$24.95 |
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