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Question
Hi,
I wanted to know if i humans can be at a risk of getting any infection from
birds. I own an Indian parrot aged 5 months. Right from the days when
he/she was a few days old i am feeding him by my mouth. And he loves
eating that way? Is it by anyway harmful for me or for him?
Pl. guide
Thank you for sparing your valuable time.
Awaiting your reply,
Vinaya
Your bird stands more of a chance for infection from you than you do from the bird.
And what's worse is that human bacteria, perfectly safe for us to have in our mouths, can be deadly to a bird.
Sometimes people feed like this for many years and then, one day, the bird falls ill. What people don't understand is that they've simply been lucky all those years.
It can cost hundreds of dollars to get the bird treated, sometimes even more. Unfortunately, sometimes it doesn't work and the bird doesn't live.
It's far safer to avoid this problem to begin with, right?
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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.
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Bird Talk Magazine articles about rescued and problem macaws.
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Doctorate, Ordained Minister
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