Texas bird course will educate and raise funds for parrot research August 29, 2008

College Station, Texas -- A course originally sponsored to raise money for parrot research will do that and much more when it begins in January 2009.

Evaluating rabbits, Part 2: Physical examination (11:35) February 15, 2007 By: Jeffery R. Jenkins, DVM, DABVP

Dr. Jenkins demonstrates a general physical examination in rabbits.

Evaluating rabbits, Part 1: Handling and restraint (4:35) February 15, 2007 By: Jeffery R. Jenkins, DVM, DABVP

Dr. Jenkins demonstrates basic handling and restraint in rabbits.

Understanding rabbit behavior and preventing and treating behavior problems February 1, 2007 By: Sharon L. Crowell-Davis, DVM, PhD, DACVB

If a pet rabbit frequently thumps, this indicates that the environment is too stimulating or threatening.

How to litter-box-train your pet rabbit (PDF) February 1, 2007 By: Sharon L. Crowell-Davis, DVM, PhD, DACVB

Rabbits naturally prefer to have a specific site for elimination, so you can easily train your rabbit to eliminate in a litter box.

Knemidocoptiasis in birds December 1, 2006 By: Laura Wade, DVM, DABVP (avian practice)

This article reviews the recent literature, common clinical presentations, and current recommendations on diagnosing and treating knemidocoptiasis.

Diagnosing and treating common neurologic diseases in rabbits November 1, 2006 By: James W. Carpenter, MS, DVM, DACZM

Neurologic diseases are relatively common in companion rabbits and are being identified more frequently because of owners' greater interest in providing better healthcare to their pets, better-trained veterinarians, and improved diagnostic aids.

Idea Exchange: Use tissue glue to mend broken bird beaks August 1, 2006

When a pet bird breaks off the tip of its beak, apply a few drops of tissue glue to seal the wound edge.

Idea Exchange: Distract frisky ferrets with a tasty treat July 1, 2006

The best way to get these active little patients to hold still for examinations, injections, weighing, or blood draws is to give them some FerreTone (8 in 1).