Osteochondrodysplasia is the term for a number of disorders where there is malformation and growth of cartilage and bone. Osteo means bone, chondro is cartilage and dysplasia is abnormal development. It is a hereditary disorder resulting in abnormal skeletal development. Deformities that occur often result in shortened limbs. In severe cases, surgery is often necessary […]
Premium Nutritional Products Inc., manufacturers of ZuPreem foods for birds, small animals and exotic animals, has recalled some FruitBlend with Natural Fruit Flavors premium bird food due to suspected elevated calcium levels. There is a risk to a bird’s health due to exceedingly high calcium levels, low phosphorus and a high concentration of Vitamin D. […]
There are two categories of parrots. Old World species such as the cockatiel and the senegal are native to Asia, Africa and Australia. New World parrots including macaws, amazons and conures originated in Central and South America and Mexico. New World and Old World parrot species, in their native habitats, live in different environments. New […]
