Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 3 , Pages 193-200 , July 2006

Techniques for Drug Delivery in Psittacine Birds

  • Lauren V. Powers, DVM, Dip. ABVP (Avian)

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Lauren V. Powers, DVM, Dip. ABVP (Avian), Carolina Veterinary Specialists, 12117 Statesville Road, Huntersville, NC 28078.

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PII: S1557-5063(06)00062-0

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2006.06.005

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 15, Issue 3 , Pages 193-200 , July 2006