You can add or subtract from this as needed.
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| PARROT CARE SHEET |
| Date: |
| Name: |
| Species: (Scientific Name): |
| Band #: [open/closed] |
| Specific physical characteristic for ID: |
| Microchip Number: Chip manufacturer: |
| With us Since: |
| Captive bred: [yes/no/unknown] |
| Breeder/ neonate diet fed: |
| Abundance weaned/ Fully fledged: |
| Imported: [yes/no/unknown] Country of origin: |
| Wild caught: [yes/no/unknown] |
| Hatch Date: |
| Sex: |
| Sexing Method: [DNA/Surgical/Dimosphism] |
| Known History: |
| Average Weight: |
| Tested for: Polyoma Virus ( ) Pacheco's Virus ( ) Psittacose Chlamydia ( ) PBFD ( ) |
| Samples taken from: |
| Samples submitted by and to which Lab: |
| Vaccination: Polyoma ( ) Pacheco's ( ) (register records on reverse side) |
| Diet provided specify as much detail as possible (qty eaten, brands, frequency offered) |
| formulated diet: % |
| grain: % |
| fruits/veggies: % |
| cooked/mash: % |
| supplements (vit., minerals) dosage |
| other: |
| Favorite treat/food: |
| Does your parrot have a cage mate (if so, since when): |
| Do they breed: |
| Are there other birds in your home (number and species): |
| Primary cage dimensions: |
| Other cage/play gym: |
| Types of perches: [wooden/rope/natural branches/pedicure] |
| Natural branches, specify types of wood: |
| Are the perches varying dimensions: |
| Expose to natural sunlight: [yes/no] |
| Full-Spectrum lighting: [yes/no] |
| Hours of undisturbed sleep per night: |
| Hours of daytime nap: |
| Is the cage covered at night: [yes/no] |
| Does your bird get showered? [misted/bathed/frequency] : |
| Access outside of cage unsupervised: [yes/no] |
| Do you keep hazardous detergents/appliances/products in your home: [yes/no] specify: |
| Potentially toxic plants: [yes/no] specify: [species/description/location] |
| Are your family or parrot sitters aware of these potentially toxic and hazardous materials: [yes/no] |
| Medical history: |
| Has your bird ever been treated for anything (specify-affix relevent records): |
| Is your bird a known carrier: (specify) |
| Avian Vet: |
| Phone Number: |
| Adress: |
| Emergency services (holidays, nights): [yes/no] |
| Frenquency of check ups: |
| Languages understood: |
| Favorite phrases: |
| Biting (circumstances, frequency, with who): |
| Screaming (degree and frequency): |
| Feather damaging behaviors: |
| Fears/Phobias: |
| Hormonal behavior: (season/what to expect/detail) |
| Harness trained: [yes/no] |
| Daily Routines: |
| Favorite games: |
| Is this bird in danger from, or dangerous to, any other birds in the household: |
| Are flight feathers trimmed: (describe clip, how short, no. of feathers) |
| Behavior around children/ other animals (explain): |
| What else would you like to add: |
| Parrot Care Checklist |
| Use this as a guide for all you need to know about caring for avian companions. If there is something you are unsure about, do some research. |
| Safety: |
| Handling techniques |
| Supervision with children |
| Household toxins |
| Environmental plant toxins |
| Neighbors, Friends, Relatives |
| Emergency phone numbers |
| Strangers |
| Anti-theft safeguards |
| Identification & Records |
| Caging, perches, swings, gyms |
| Bird-proofing, cords, cabinets, etc. |
| Toys |
| Pets in House (cats, dogs, ferrets, etc.) |
| Secure living space |
| Exposure to other birds |
| Transportation |
| Outside Activities & Harness Training |
| Teflon & Nonstick pans and appliances |
| Candles & Scented plug in hazards |
| Temperature variations: heat | cold |
| Noise control |
| Nutrition: |
| Basic nutritional requirements |
| Planning |
| Preparation & cleaning of foods |
| Presentation of foods |
| People food/ dishes/ recipes |
| Storage |
| Enrichment |
| Food groups |
| Treats |
| Toxic foods |
| Pellets |
| Nuts |
| Behavior: |
| Socialization |
| Communication |
| Stages of development |
| Stimulation activities |
| Signs of overload |
| When NOT to handle a bird |
| Calming techniques |
| Types of bites |
| Behavioral corrections |
| Timeout |
| Pair bond & mate behavior |
| Fearful behavior |
| Aggression |
| Play behavior |
| Beaking vs. biting |
| Vocalization types & screaming |
| Interactions with family members |
| Depression |
| Types of attention |
| Time out of cage requirements |
| Protecting furniture from damage |
| Cleaning: |
| Cage & equipment |
| Toy rotation |
| Techniques for cleaning & disinfecting |
| Cleaning of dishes |
| Household cleaning |
| Safe cleaning solutions |
| Non-safe cleaning chemicals |
| Toys: |
| Appropriate toys |
| Appropriate toy materials |
| Safe and unsafe toys |
| Enrichment activities |
| Toy types & textures |
| Games/ Activities/ Playtime |
| Home made toys |
| Purchasing toys |
| Toy Hangers |
| Entanglement and choking hazards |
| Health: |
| Health maintenance |
| Avian illnesses, diseases, symptoms & treatments |
| Routine vet care |
| Emergency vet care |
| First aid & first aid kit |
| Weights |
| Normal appearance |
| Signs of illness |
| Administering medications |
| Handfeeding (in case of emergencies) |
| Nail trimming |
| Molting |
| Blood feathers & are you prepared? |
| Feather issues: barbing, plucking |
| Self mutilation |
| Bathing |
| Daily body inspection |
| Normal & Abnormal droppings |
| Foot care |
| Beak care |
| Normal behavior vs. ill behavior |
| Signs of Stress |
| Rapid Heartbeat Syndrome |
| Sleep requirements |
| Lighting requirements |
| Exercise requirements & exercise activities |
| Temperature requirements |
| Vomiting vs. regurgitation |
| Equipment: |
| Cages: sizes, types, coatings, manufacturers, etc. |
| Cages & equipment location |
| Stands |
| Play areas |
| Perches |
| Bathing perches & stands |
| Transport kennels & carriers |
| Harnesses |
| Tools |
| Storage bins & food, toys, supplies |
| Dishes, food cups, water containers |
| Resources: |
| Avian Veterianrians |
| Internet web sites |
| Journals & Magaznes |
| Clubs |
| eBooks, free online material |
| Seminars |
| Books |
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