Infections in Birds
An educational course for bird owners who want to recognise, prevent, and respond to infections
Service Description
Infectious diseases are a leading cause of illness in birds yet many early signs are missed until it’s too late. This in-depth course helps you recognise the warning signs of bacterial, fungal, and viral infections. Whether you’re a first-time parrot parent or an experienced keeper managing a flock, this session arms you with medically sound, up-to-date information rooted in avian clinical practice. Includes (access to 3 x 30mins videos): -Overview of immune function in birds and how it differs by species -Common bacterial infections (e.g. E. coli, Enterobacter, Chlamydia psittaci) — symptoms, transmission, treatment -Fungal infections such as Aspergillosis and Candida — identifying subtle signs, environmental triggers, treatment pathways -Viral threats including PBFD, Avian Polyomavirus, and Bornavirus — what to watch for, what tests to run, what hope looks like -How to recognise infection types based on droppings, behaviour, posture, and breathing -Prevention strategies: quarantine, hygiene, air quality, nutrition, vaccination where applicable -Myths & misconceptions about “natural” remedies and over-the-counter treatments Lifetime access to the course recording and illustrated PDF summary Optional add-on – £50 30-min private consultation to discuss specific infection history or prevention planning for your birds