AVIx - Avian Care Products
Greg J. Harrison, DVM, Dipl ABVP-Avian and Dipl
ECAMS, is probably best known as co-editor of three leading reference texts on
avian medicine and surgery and as the creator of Harrison’s Bird Foods. During
his 36 years as an active avian practitioner and international speaker, he
sought to reduce the use of drugs in his patients by enhancing the bird’s own
immune system. Along the way, he developed a practical, well bird philosophy,
which translated into the creative use of unique quality remedies that really
worked to boost the health of his patients.
Zoological Education Network (ZEN) is proud to make some of these remedies
available with a product line called AVIx.
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AVIx
Bird Rain™ A Natural Bird Bath |
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Topical. Hold spray several inches from the bird and apply a fine mist as needed. Provides a one-step approach to bathing (no need to rinse); acceptable for daily use. | A convenient all-natural bath, this spray helps revitalize skin and feathers that have lost normal moisture due to dry, indoor environments. It brings out the natural luster of feathers and decreases dander and feather dust. |
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AVIx Sunshine Factor™ A Natural Food Source |
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Oral. Sunshine Factor is semisolid at room temperature. To liquefy, place bottle in warm water (about 80°F [27°C]) for a few minutes. Combine 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of the liquefied Sunshine Factor with 1 pound (0.45 kg) of the animal’s consumable food (not seeds) in a mixing bowl and stir. Return the food mixture to its original bag for storage. Or, give the bird 1-3 drops orally per 100 grams body weight per day as recommended by your veterinarian. | 100% Brazilian certified organic dende (red palm fruit) oil. This fatty acid supplement comes from a miniature palm tree, which is a natural food source for parrots in the wild. For use in all birds with dry flaky skin, balding feet and lack of sheen and improper color in feathers. It is especially beneficial in older birds. It may also help reduce feather picking. |
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AVIx Booster™ A Natural Elixir |
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Oral. AVIx Booster is semisolid at room
temperature. To liquefy, place bottle in hot water (about 110°F [43°C])
for a few minutes. Give your bird 1 drop orally per 100 grams body
weight, not to exceed 3 drops. Continue use until normal body immune
function is achieved or as directed by your |
A natural elixir that inhibits non-autochthonous life forms while allowing native GI flora to repopulate; may enhance the immune system. Contains naturally-occurring antibacterial, antiprotozoal, antioxidant and carotenoid properties and a good balance of essential fatty acids. |
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AVIx Soother™ OINTMENT An Effective Pain Reliever |
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Topical. Apply
topically with cotton-tipped applicator and massage into affected area.
Use as recommended by your veterinarian. Discontinue use if redness or
irritation occurs. The bird may need several treatments per day to
manage pain. |
This concentrated mixture of pure aloe vera and microencapsulated 2.5% NH4 solution for analgesia promotes healing of most skin irritations and superficial lesions. Provides localized pain relief for bruises, trauma, post-surgery and self-inflicted wounds. It also effectively manages swelling and inflammation and reduces local pathologic bacterial populations. |
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AVIx Soother™ SPRAY A Skin Irritation Reliever |
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Topical. Hold spray several inches from the bird and apply a fine mist to irritated area several times a day or as directed by your veterinarian. Discontinue use if redness or irritation occurs. Thoroughly bathe bird weekly during treatment to avoid buildup. | This mixture of pure aloe vera and microencapsulated 2.5% NH4 solution for analgesia promotes healing of sensitive skin and superficial lesions often noted in early feather picking and mutilation |