Emergency Care for Birds, A Guide for Veterinary Professionals

Author / Editor: Rob van Zon (with contributions and edits from Dr. Ineke Westerhof)

Overview: This practical, full-color guide provides veterinary professionals with essential instructions for stabilizing and treating critical avian patients. It covers emergency procedures, clinical signs of disease, and management strategies for specific trauma and toxicological cases in birds.

Key Topics Covered:

Acute clinical signs of disease and indicators requiring immediate professional attention
General stabilization techniques including heat, fluid therapy, nutritional support, and oxygen administration
Management of specific emergency situations such as trauma, intoxications, egg binding, and respiratory distress
Clinical procedures, bandaging techniques, and guidance for advising bird owners on first aid at home