Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 1 , Pages 30-37 , January 2007

Pharmacotherapy for Behavioral Disorders in Pet Birds

  • Lynne M. Seibert, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVB

      Affiliations

    • Corresponding Author InformationAddress correspondence to: Dr. Lynne M. Seibert, Veterinary Behavior, 11415 NE 128th Street, Suite 10, Kirkland, WA 98034.

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PII: S1557-5063(06)00179-0

doi: 10.1053/j.jepm.2006.11.007

Journal of Exotic Pet Medicine
Volume 16, Issue 1 , Pages 30-37 , January 2007