Working with Birds in Research Settings

Discusses the use of birds in a variety of research endeavors, the regulations that apply to research involving birds, the basic care for and handling of birds in research settings, sources of birds used in research, and important biosecurity concepts.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21651 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Covers the occupational health hazards associated with birds and avian housing, the zoonotic concerns associated with birds and avian housing, and practices and equipment that can be used to reduce the risk of zoonotic disease transmission.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21652 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Describes the unique features of avian anatomy and physiology versus non-avian vertebrates, biological features unique to different orders of birds, and behavioral characteristics of different orders of birds.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21653 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Explains the appropriate macroenvironment parameters for certain groups of birds; husbandry-related guidelines for birds from the Guide; appropriate food and water provision for different groups of birds; appropriate housing and enrichment for different groups of birds; appropriate sanitation, biosecurity measures, and pest control practices; appropriate identification methods for different groups of birds; appropriate methods of capture and restraint for different groups of birds; and appropriate guidelines and references on animal transportation and how they are applicable to birds.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21654 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Discusses the purpose of avian quarantine and acclimation and specific diagnostic tests, important aspects of the physical exam and locations for clinical/sampling techniques, common clinical conditions in birds and aspects of their management, types of anesthesia and analgesia appropriate for birds, and common clinical/diagnostic techniques.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21655 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Describes the groups of birds that are classified as “avians” per the AVMA Guidelines; the groups of birds that are classified as “poultry” per the AVMA Guidelines; the acceptable, acceptable with conditions, and adjunctive methods of euthanasia for avians and poultry; and how to properly ensure euthanasia or disposal of eggs, embryos, and neonates.

Recommended Use: Required
ID (Language): 21656 (English)
Author(s): Niora Fabian, MS, DVM, DACLAM - Massachusetts Institute of Technology