Jayd Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 (edited) Are we aware??????:confused: Chronic respiratory disease: Chronic respiratory disease results in weight loss and depression. This may be caused by fungal or bacteria organisms and/or low vitamin A in the diet. Keeping your bird in a clean environment, and giving it an excellent well balanced diet will help prevent this problem. Fatty liver syndrome: Fatty liver syndrome is caused by feeding an all seed diet. This can be prevented by feeding an excellent well-balanced diet that includes fruits, vegetables, legumes, and nuts. Cloacal papillomas: Cloacal papillomas are seen as a reddish lump protruding from the vent. They cause straining/bleeding when passing bowel movement. Papillomas need to be removed surgically. Malignant and benign cancerous lumps: If appropriate, lumps may be removed surgically. Feather picking is common: Feather picking is common in Amazon parrots. It can be caused by poor nutrition or physical illnesses. Again, a well-balanced excellent diet with a clean environment will help prevent these problems and improve your bird’s wellness. Feather picking can also be caused by behavioral issues. They need to have a rotation of toys and social interaction with the family to prevent feather plucking from boredom. Occasionally, loss of a companion bird or a family member will initiate feather picking. Yes, you good Parront's are always aware;) Edited December 18, 2012 by Jayd spelling Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parrot Lady Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 ty for the info Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray P Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 (edited) Its always a good reminder, and thanks Jay for keeping us on out toes when it comes to the care of our awesome birds. Edited December 18, 2012 by Ray P Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greywings Posted December 18, 2012 Share Posted December 18, 2012 So true in caring for these colorful Parrot versions of couch potato's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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