The Hidden Killer

[Lady Jane]

Atherosclerosis: The Hidden Killer

Atherosclerosis is a common disease in companion parrots – one we must all take seriously. If you have ever heard of an older parrot who died suddenly, without apparent cause, there is a good…

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[Clueless]

Great article. I've modified Secret's diet with the help of @Hankmacaw

She gets fed pellets, almonds as a treat, and oddly..... she loves getting her medicine in the peas baby food! Maybe that bird knows something?

 

[Lady Jane]

Hope more members read this to understand the importance of a parrots diet.

 

[Hankmacaw]

We should all feed and treat our parrots as if they have atherosclerosis.
It can be treated, not cured. Your vet can help you keep your bird as well as they can be.

 

[QB1rd]

Thank you for posting this article. I had no idea.