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[Veterinary treatment of pigeon flocks]
M-E Krautwald-Junghanns1, S Hofstetter, V Schmidt
1Prof. Dr. M.-E. Krautwald-Junghanns, Klinik für Vögel und Reptilien, Veterinärmedizinische Fakultät, Universität Leipzig, An den Tierkliniken 17, 04103 Leipzig,
Abstract:
Veterinary treatment of pigeon flocks requires specific knowledge on the management of the various pigeon flocks as well as of common diseases in these birds and important diagnostic and therapeutic measures. In this context, it is important to differentiate between racing pigeons, thoroughbreds and pigeons kept for meat production, that is, between food-supplying and companion animals. The following article provides an overview of the species-specific characteristics of Columba livia f. domestica and frequently occurring diseases as well as common therapeutic and prophylactic measures.
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