- Adenovirus Infection in Raptors, by Petra Zsivantovits, Deborah J. Monks, Neil A. Forbes, Mari Benko, Krisztina Ursu & Rudiger Raue
- Avian Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) Surgery in Raptors, by Neil A. Forbes
- Bumblefoot surgery and management in Raptors, by Neil A. Forbes
- Valgus Deformity of the Carpal Joint & Carpometacarpal Bones (“Angel Wing”) in a Goshawk, by Petra Zsivanovits, Deborah J. Monks, Neil A. Forbes
- Common Diseases of Raptors (Part 1), by Neil A. Forbes & Marie Kubiak
- Common Diseases of Raptors (Part 2 – Musculoskeletal Diseases), by Neil A. Forbes & Marie Kubiek
- Neoplasms in Birds of Prey, by Neil A. Forbes, John E. Cooper & Robert J. Higgins
- Control of Endemic Caryospora Species Infestation in Captive Raptors, by Neil A. Forbes & Mark T Fox
- Disease Control and Rehabilitation in a Collection of Raptors, by Neil A. Forbes
- Falcon Herpesvirus in the UK, by Neil A. Forbes, S. Hingston, Petra Zsivanovits
- A Novel Technique for Prevention of Feather Destructive Behaviour and Self-Mutilation in Two Harris Hawks, by Stephen P. Smith & Neil A. Forbes
- Radiographic Evaluation of the Cardiac Size in Falconry Raptors, by Alberto R.Barbon, Steve Smith & Neil A. Forbes
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma in a Peregrine Falcon, by N Fernandez Salesa, D Calvo Carrasco, M Kubiak, P Harvey, F De Bellis, Z Jacmenikova, M Stidworthy & N Forbes
- Tick related disease in cage and aviary birds, by Neil A. Forbes
- Ultrasound of Raptor Hearts: A useful technique?, by Jens Straub, Neil Forbes, Maria-Elisabeth Krautwald-Junghanns
- Wing Tip Oedema and Dry Gangrene Syndrome in Raptors, by Neil A. Forbes
Latest News: For clients who keep poultry and captive birds
Please be aware of recent measures imposed to protest UK poultry from the recent Avian Influenza outbreak in Europe. We would recommend all poultry owners register their flocks with APHA so they can be directly alerted of changes in the current advice (this is mandatory for flocks of 50 birds or more). Please use this link to the APHA website for all latest information: Measures to protect poulty against avian flu.
Latest News: Falconers – Avian Influenza Prevention Zone
We have had a number of calls from concerned clients regarding the recent Avian Influenza 30 day prevention zone and how it may affect their falconry activities. Firstly we must emphasise the situation can change rapidly and please keep monitoring our website, APHA and the Hawk Board.
Currently falconers are able to fly their birds. For clients who hunt with their birds it is recommended to avoid flying feathered quarry - in particular waterfowl who are common carriers of the virus. Birds should be regularly inspected and any clinical signs reported to APHA. When in the mews or weathering biosecurity measures should be in place to prevent contact (direct or indirect - eg faecal contamination from above) with wild birds.
Unfortunately it is beyond the scope of the post to cover all scenarios or eventualities. If however you should have any specific concerns not addressed in this post please contact us straight away.
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