Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Future directions in training veterinarians for companion avian species.
- Journal:
- Journal of veterinary medical education
- Year:
- 2006
- Authors:
- Flammer, Keven
- Affiliation:
- Department of Clinical Sciences · United States
- Species:
- bird
Plain-English summary
Taking care of pet birds is now a common part of veterinary work, with over 16 million birds living in about 6.4 million homes in the U.S. This report discusses how veterinary schools can better prepare students to care for these companion birds, including suggestions for what to teach in classes and options for further training after graduation. The goal is to improve the education and skills of veterinarians who want to specialize in bird care.
Abstract
Companion avian medicine has become a routine part of veterinary practice. More than 16 million companion birds are owned by approximately 6.4 million US households. This report outlines suggested undergraduate veterinary curricula, opportunities for post-graduate education, and options for training avian veterinarians.
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