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What Vaccinations Do Parrots Need in the UK?

Unlike dogs and cats, parrot vaccination programmes are limited in the UK. Here is what is available and what your avian vet may recommend.

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Unlike dogs and cats, there are no routine annual vaccination schedules for most pet parrots in the UK. The limited vaccines available include:

Newcastle Disease vaccine: available for certain avian species in the UK; some avian vets recommend this for psittacines that may be exposed at bird fairs or exhibitions
No routine PBFD vaccine: despite research interest, no commercial Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease vaccine is currently available for routine clinical use in the UK
No routine Psittacosis (Chlamydophila) vaccine: treatment rather than prevention is the current standard

Your avian vet is the best source of advice on any vaccination options relevant to your bird's species and lifestyle.

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Does my parrot need any health treatments on arrival?

We recommend a veterinary check within 72 hours of arrival. Your vet may recommend a Chlamydophila (psittacosis) test, faecal parasite screen, and baseline blood work depending on species and age. All birds from Paraíso de Aves are health-checked prior to departure.

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