“Dr. Murphy has compiled and simplifiedinto an easy to read format recent advances and standard practices in avian medicine that will improve every bird enthusiast’s understanding of bird care as well as disease prevention and management. Readers of this book will benefit from clearly defined insights into the interactions between birds, their care providers and veteranarian.”

- Dr. Branson Ritchie
University of Georgia Veterinary School


"Dr. Murphy has produced a very useful book, written in an easy-to-understand style. This text should prove an invaluable resource for pet bird owners and aviculturists alike.”

- Phillip Samuelson
Technical Editor
Bird Talk and Bird Breeder


“When Dr. Murphy treated my canary-winged parakeet more than a dozen years ago, I was impressed with the care he gave the bird and the time he took to address my concerns. Now after years in practice and avian research, Dr. Murphy shares his knowledge and expertise in easy-to-read language and format. How To Care For Your Pet Bird is the consultation you always wished you could have with an avian veterinarian. A “must have” reference for every birdkeeper!”

- Susan Chamberlain
Contributing Editor, Bird Talk