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| Care/Enrichment/Training | Loss | Emergencies/Medical Care | Clubs/Sanctuaries |
| Companion Bird Appointments |
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Emergencies: If you have an urgent problem with your bird in western Washington, call me at 360-271-7000 right away and we'll get you help, whether from myself (Dr. Ford) or one of my colleagues. If you are not in western Washington, CLICK HERE for tools on locating an avian veterinarian near you!
Non-Urgent Appointments: To see my dates, locations, and more information on setting up appointments, CLICK HERE.
Here's a few of the places where Dr. Ford sees patients: Bremerton, WA; Eagle River, AK; Sequim, WA; Montesano, WA; Juneau, AK; Haines, AK; Anchorage, AK; Ketchikan, AK; Fairbanks, AK. |
If you are in Washington or Alaska and would like to have Dr. Ford come to your local veterinary clinic, drop him a line at vet@alaskabirddoc.com. |
| General Bird Care, Enrichment, Training |
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Balancing Your Parrot's Lifestyle (pdf handout)
This is a handout that Dr. Ford uses for client education about behavioral problems in companion parrots. This handout was recently updated so get the most current copy now! (Updated 9/23/2009).
Parrot Enrichment
Kris Porter has launched a website called Parrot Enrichment with videos and helpful online books on foraging and training for captive parrots. If you are dealing with behavioral challenges in your birds or just want to learn more about what you can do to enrich your bird's lives, click on over and be encouraged!
VIN Pet Care Library |
| Loss of a Pet Bird |
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Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement |
If you are experiencing the pain of losing your feathered friend, the Association of Pet Loss and Bereavement has set up this site for support during this most difficult time. You will find inspirational stories, grief counselling resources, hotline number and many other resources. |
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Wings of Compassion |
This is a website dedicated specifically to those who have lost their feathered companions.If you are grieving the loss of a bird, please check out this website. |
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Alaska Bird Club |
In the Anchorage area, contact the Alaska Bird Club for assistance in recovering your lost bird. |
| Medical Care / Emergencies |
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Finding an Avian Veterinarian |
Tools for locating an avian veterinarian near you. |
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National Animal Poison Control Center |
This is the website of the National Animal Poison Control Center. It includes a library, links to other sites, and phone numbers for the poison control center. |
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Plants Toxic to Animals, Introduction -- Vet Med Library, UIUC |
A lot of information about toxic plants can be found here. You can search under common name or scientific name of the plant. |
| Pet Bird Clubs / Rescue Groups |
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Alaska Bird Club |
ABC holds monthly meetings and periodic seminars to educate bird owners and provide a network for trading knowledge. They also rescue lost pet birds. They are based in Anchorage, Alaska. |
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Anchorage Chapter of Parrot Education and Adoption Center (PEAC). |
This organization helps find new homes for pet birds. They also host classes and educational seminars to train new and experienced bird owners. If you live in Anchorage and have a bird, check them out! |
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Gabriel Foundation |
These folks are great! Very dedicated to the education of veterinarians and bird owners. Purchases from their store help fund their work! |
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Shelton & Mason County Parrot Rescue |
SMCPR responds to the rehoming needs of parrots in the lower Sound and Kitsap Peninsula of Washington State. |
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