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Derbyan Parakeet Questions

Brian Speer, DVM

I have two questions concerning my 22 year old derbyan parakeet hen. She was born blind, but has laid some infertile eggs alone and with a fertile male companion (for fun only!). The past year,...

Juniper poisoning question

Brian Speer, DVM

My Question:  Is Juniper wood toxic to parrots? I read in Gallerstein’s book that only the needles, berries, and stems were toxic.

Dr. Speer, I wrote asking about the Juniper tree and its toxicity...

What’s wrong with my African Grey?

Ellen K. Cook, DVM

In a few months,our African Grey has gone from a healthy, talking parrot to a bird that is plucking all its feathers, weak voice, lost balance, difficulty perching,, no talking, shaking and...

Cockatiel with yellow patches on skin

Brian Speer, DVM

I have noticed two yellow patches (oblong shape) under my cockatiels skin at the back of his neck, on each side of his back bone. These patches are changing to a deeper yellow colour, and I was...

Blue and Gold Macaw with undigested seed in droppings

Brian Speer, DVM

I have read Steve Marin's informative and extensive post to Renate about her Ducorps eating wood in this forum and would like to follow his recommendation and get your advice on this. I have just...

Beak Discoloration in a Patagonian Conure

Brian Speer, DVM

Hi. Would anyone know why a bird with a naturally black beak would get a white spot on the dorsal aspect of the tip of the beak? Two of my three Patagonian Conures have this new development as of...