How Do You Keep Pet Birds From Getting Lice?
Birds in the wild have little tricks they use to keep from getting lice but not all problems are lice related. There are many problems that can occur with the feathers of a pet bird and the bird should be taken immediately to the veterinarian if viral diseases such as Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease, (PBFD) are suspected. Bird owners fear external parasites on their feathered friends, so, it is important to remember that lice are rare in pet birds with the exception of a type of mite that may be found in parakeets. And if a bird does have a problem with lice, in most cases, the problem only exists with the bird and they won’t bite humans or other pets. Compare the vulnerability of different types of pet birds before making your selection and purchase. Some pet birds do not suffer from lice infestations very often, while other types are very prone to these types of attacks. Buying a bird that is less vulnerable will make a considerable difference all the way around and make your job
