All Pets Veterinary Medical Center Birds
Birds are very special pets. They captivate us with their affection, intelligence, and beauty. Providing complete and effective care for your bird ensures that you and your bird enjoy a happy and healthy life together.
All
Pets Medical Center is specifically tailored to provide birds with the highest
quality healthcare available. Dr. Rupley is an avian specialist,
board certified in avian medicine while also having a plethora of experience in
treating a variety of ailments in many bird species during her 25+years in
exotic practice. She is published nationally as a bird health and environment
specialist. We provide a holistic approach to bird healthcare and avian medicine, and we address each of your bird’s individual
needs.
Physical Exam
There is no substitute for a thorough physical examination by a knowledgeable avian veterinarian. Our bird doctor provides a thorough examination of your bird from the tip of the beak to the last tail feather, and assesses his or her overall health. The veterinarian will inspect the health of the heart, lungs, feathers/skin, beak and mouth, vision/eyes/ears and lymph nodes. Many conditions affecting domesticated birds can be diagnosed in this way. If any diagnosis is made, proper avian medicine or treatment practices will be administered.
Annual physical exams are vital for the long-term health of your pet. These exams are the best way to prevent illness. The health and safety of you and your pet is our number one priority here at All Pets Medical Center. Schedule a physical exam for your bird today.
Laboratory Testing and Disease Screening
Chemistry panel
A chemistry panel is recommended yearly to detect underlying diseases or health problems not detectable by physical exam. This test ensures that your bird has normal kidney and liver functions as well as healthy electrolyte levels.
This test uses a very small volume of blood to assess the function of the organs. They test for such things including liver function, kidney muscle damage, proteins in the blood, albumin and several different electrolytes, including calcium levels. Chemistry panels can help pinpoint problems non-invasively.
The health and safety of you and your pet is our number one priority here at All Pets Medical Center. Schedule an appointment for your bird today.
Complete blood count
CBC, or complete blood count, is a tool we use to identify blood disorders such as anemia. It also detects inflammation or infection. An analysis is done to measure and evaluate cells that circulate in the blood and viewed on a blood smear. Toxins and parasites can also be evident in the bloodstream on these test as well as other valuable information. And even in some cases, the results of the CBC will lead to other diagnostic tests.
The health and safety of you and your pet is our number one priority here at All Pets Medical Center. Schedule an appointment for your bird today.
Fecal analysis/parasite screening
Fecal analysis detects the presence of parasites in your bird's intestinal tract. Birds are common hosts for parasites. Many of these parasites can infect other members of your family as well.
The health and safety of you and your pet is our number one priority here at All Pets Medical Center. If you believe your bird may be infected with parasites, schedule an appointment today.
Chlamydia screening
Chlamydia is a common disease affecting a large number of pet birds. Birds who share environments or who require periodic beak trimming should be tested for this contagious disease.
The health and safety of you and your pet is our number one priority here at All Pets Medical Center. Schedule an appointment to get your bird screened today.
Husbandry Counseling: Environment, Diet, and Care
Proper home care helps ensure that your bird lives a long and healthy life. Our veterinarian and staff will develop a plan to meet your pet’s unique needs.
Our doctor will review several aspects of husbandry with you during your visit. She will explain appropriate diets, enclosures, lifestyle choices, as well as other environmental concerns that are necessary for all birds.
