Saturday, January 14, 2012
How much does a preliminary bird exam cost for a parrot.?
You could ask at the desk when you go in just so you wont get sticker shock. You will have to pay for an office call anyhow. Usually any tests cost extra. My vet throws in a nail clip free but wing clips are extra.I suggest you ask the vet what is included in the check up and would he please let you know what is extra as you are not familiar with bird checkups. The vet should do a hands on exam of the bird ,look in his mouth and throat,listen to his heart and look in his eyes.He should give you suggestions or literature on general care. He might want to do a fecal check up for bacterial infections (easy to cure when caught early and not too expensive.) Any other tests can be discussed or postponed if money is a problem. They should also weigh your bird. I suggest you take a notebook with your questions written down as i can totally guarantee you will forget 95% of them if your bird is screaming or escapes in the office.and you are trying to talk to an unfamiliar vet. Good Luck. I have a white capped pionus. Nice bird.
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