
First Aid for Birds
An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet
Julie Rach(Author)
Hungry Minds Inc,U.S. (Publisher)
Published on 1. November 1998
Book
Hardback
126 pages
978-0-87605-531-1 (ISBN)
Description
At last, a book for pet owners that focuses on administering first aid to birds. You'll not only learn step-by-step information on emergency situations bird owners might encounter, you'll also learn how to quickly save your bird's life by taking action, and how to prevent emergencies by feeding your bird a balanced diet, regularly trimming his wings and nails and bird-proofing your home. First Aid for Birds is written by an expert and includes instructions on monitoring your bird's health by regular veterinary visits and observing your bird daily for signs of illness. Best of all, the book is filled with color photos, info-packed sidebars and fun facts to make caring for your pet bird easy and enjoyable.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Foster City
United States
Publishing group
Turner Publishing Company
Product notice
Laminated cover
Dimensions
Height: 222 mm
Width: 145 mm
Thickness: 11 mm
Weight
309 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-87605-531-1 (9780876055311)
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Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Additional editions

E-Book
05/2008
1st Edition
Howell Book House
€14.49
Available for download
Person
JULIE RACH is the author of several titles in Howells Happy Healthy Pet Series, including The Cockatiel and The Budgie, and was an editor of BirdTalk magazine. She resides in California with her African Grey, Sindbad. GARY A. GALLERSTEIN, DVM specializes in veterinary care for birds. He is the author of The Complete Bird Owners Handbook (Howell Book House, 1994).
Content
PART ONE: First Aid for Pet Birds. 1. What Is First Aid? 2. First Aid Procedures. 3. Home Care for Recuperating Birds. PART TWO: Preventive Care. 4. Your Birds Nutrition. 5. Household Hazards. 6. Reducing Your Pets Stress. 7. Observing Your Pet Bird Daily. 8. Pet Bird Grooming. 9. Your Avian Veterinarian. PART THREE: Beyond the Basics. 10. Resources.