bird grooming, DNA and disease testing, and boarding

Nail clip — $10

Performed at my place in Plymouth, MN, or during a visit for an additional travel fee.

Beak trim — from $10

The price depends on the bird's size and the condition of the beak.

Wing clip — $10

A "soft" clip (3 feathers per wing) to prevent your bird from hitting objects or a "moderate" clip (5 feathers per wing) to avoid escapes and help with bonding.

DNA testing — from $30

The price depends on the type of test (blood or feather).

Disease testing — from $35

I collect blood, feather, cloacal, and throat swab samples and send them to the laboratory in Florida. The results are available in about 2 weeks. The certificates are available in about 3 weeks.

Available tests: Avian Borna Virus (PDD), Avian Polyomavirus (APV), Psittacine Beak & Feather Disease (PBFD), Avium Bordetella (BAL), Psittacine Herpesvirus (Pacheco's Disease, PDV), Psittacine Proventricular Dilatation Disease (PDD), Chlamydiosis (Psittacosis, MOMP), Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Aspergillus, Environmental Avian Testing (PBFD, APV, MOMP).

Leg band removal — $20

Recommended for birds with potentially dangerous open leg bands.

Boarding — $15-30/night (recent PBFD and Polyomavirus tests required)

The price depends on the size of your bird. I provide an enclosure and fresh veggie chop, you just need to bring your feathered friend, dry foods, and a couple of favorite toys.

Every bird spends time out of the cage flying, foraging, and interacting with me daily. I can also send you photos and videos regularly.