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CAHFS- Who They Are and What They Can Do For You 

2021-06-17T09:19:59-07:00

The California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System (CAHFS) is an animal diagnostic laboratory network that operates in partnership with the California Department of Food and Agriculture and UC Davis. The lab has four locations in California: Davis, San Bernardino, Tulare, and Turlock. CAHFS (pronounced “calves”) monitors the health of California’s livestock and poultry populations by performing routine tests for animal diseases, including animal diseases that affect people. Their services and reliable diagnoses are critical for keeping our chickens, ducks, and turkeys healthy and for protecting our food supply. The laboratories provide rapid testing for flocks with the widespread

CAHFS- Who They Are and What They Can Do For You 2021-06-17T09:19:59-07:00

Housing Options for Pet Birds

2020-09-08T12:01:59-07:00

If you are thinking of purchasing a pet bird, it’s important to invest some time into creating a house that will keep your bird safe, healthy, and happy. First, we recommend that you do some research on your new pet. Create a shortlist of helpful facts including the size and wingspan of your bird and even weather in its native habitat. By knowing a bit more about your new companion, you’ll be more equipped to make some important decisions about housing. It can be a good idea to keep your pet bird indoors, for protection from harsh weather extremes, predators,

Housing Options for Pet Birds2020-09-08T12:01:59-07:00

Behavioral Issues In Psittacines

2021-06-17T09:22:44-07:00

Parrots are intelligent, beautiful, and are able to create a loving bond with their humans; for these reasons, they make engaging companions”. People have kept these captivating animals as pets for thousands of years. They are popular, too. In the United States, over 3.5 million households have companion birds. Despite our admiration for our parrots, they aren’t always happy in our houses.  Most companion birds aren’t truly domesticated and may not adapt well to the household and types of attention offered to them.   For example, many pet birds don’t like excessive handling and petting in the same way a

Behavioral Issues In Psittacines2021-06-17T09:22:44-07:00
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