Performing an Avian Physical Examination in Practice

Today's Vet Pract. Sep-Oct 2024;14(5):38-48. 4 Refs

Miranda J Sadar¹

¹ Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO.

Author Abstract

The physical examination of psittacines and galliformes follows the same basic principles as for small animals. This article includes a step-by-step approach to a distant and hands-on physical exam.

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