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.
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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 I have a pacific parrotlet that only eats (maintenance Roudybush)so, the avian told me give her this vitamin (nekton-s) Can I give her both things at the same time?, because I've read some articles saying that it's no neccesary to give her vitamins if she is eating the pellets, it may cause damage in her kidneys. Is that true?
Answer Roudybush is an excellent, complete pelleted diet - you are right, no further vitamins should be necessary.
If, however, your vet has done blood tests and found a deficiency, you should certainly follow their instructions.
There's more about ideal diet and bird nutrition here
