AboutRev. Dr. S.August Abbott Expertise Certified Avian Specialist; Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council member; Own animal rescue org; National Wildlife habitat #66378; bird care, nutrition & behavior consultant; International Assoc. of Animal Behavior Consultants Associate; National Wildlife Federation Leaders Club member; published bird care, info and behavior articles and guides.
Ongoing education in exotic bird behavior and nutrition
I can answer behavioral, nutritional, environmental, characteristic/personality questions as well as general health and health care.
No animal emergency can ever be addressed on the internet. We cannot see your animal, perform an examination, provide necessary care or medication.
Please value your companion for the priceless, living creature they are; not for what you might have paid for them.
Experience Certified Avian Specialist.
For more than 30 years I've worked with veterinarians, protective facilities, nature centers, preserves and on my own in providing care and education with regard to multiple animal species, including raptors (hawks, kestrals, owls, etc) and marsupials. In recent years I've focused on parrots, usually rescued from abusive or less than ideal situations and helping educate owners as to proper care. Expert in behavior studies and modification of problem behavior.
Organizations 4AnimalCare is the organization I run as an animal ministry; World Wildlife Association, Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, National Wildlife Federation Leaders Club and more
Publications Bird Talk Magazine articles about rescued and problem macaws.
Education/Credentials Doctorate, Ordained Minister
Question Just wondering what the list would be of birds with the lowest dander? I have searched the internet to no avail. I find the high dander birds easily. Thank you for your help.
Answer Very low or 'no' dander birds that I deal with in my rescue and consults are 1. Toucans. They don't talk and they require a very specialized diet along with a lot of regular interaction, but there is virtually no dander from them.
2. Eclectus. Beautiful birds, no matter which species and they all have the capability of speech; although no one should ever get a bird for their conversation. Birds, no matter what, make great listeners!
3. A dead heat here between Parakeets and Pionus. If this is a first bird for the family, parakeet (aka: Budgie) for sure!
More about how to care for your bird here www.4AnimalCare.org
