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Lead Poisoning in Birds
Veterinarian describes the symptoms and treatment for this potentially fatal condition.

Paint, Lead, & Zinc
Describes how paint fumes, lead, and zinc in items can be lethal to your birds. From Quaker Parakeet Society.

Teflon poisoning: The silent killer
Vet describes PTFE toxicity in birds, which is often fatal, caused by cookware and parts made with teflon or a non stick coating. By Old World Aviaries.

Toxic Plants
Presents a list of poisonous plants to birds.

Warnings for Owners of Parrots and Other Birds
Learn more about household hazards that could injure your feathered friend.

The Silent Killer
Discusses polytetraflouethylene (teflon fumes) which are deadly to birds.

Heavy Metal Poisoning in Birds
Article that describes the toxic effect of heavy metals such as lead, brass, copper, and zinc.

Why Caffeine is Toxic to Birds
Article discusses the effect of certain foods, such as chocolate, on the avian nervous system.

Avocado Toxicity
Learn more about this potentially dangerous fruit to birds.

Toxicoses in Birds
Discusses chocolate, alcohol, salt, and avocado toxicity. Including contaminated foods.






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