PFMA Parrot Symposium 2020

DUE TO THE CURRENT CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC, THE DATE OF THIS EVENT IS NOT YET CONFIRMED. 

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If you are interested or have any enquiries please contact sarah@pfma.org.uk

Following the success of the PFMA Rabbit Symposium in 2018, PFMA will be holding the second species-specific seminar and discussion forum, this time all about pet parrots and other birds kept in captivity. 

Objectives of the Event

• To provide the latest science on parrot (and pet birds) nutrition and welfare

• Opportunity for all attendees to take part in discussions

• To identify key educational messages and next steps in scientific research

• A networking opportunity for pet professionals

Confirmed Speakers

Dr Tariq Abou-Zahr MRCVS (Avian vet at Valley Vets)

Vicki Baldrey MRCVS (Avian Vet and lecturer at Royal Veterinary College)

Alan Jones MRCVS (Chairman of The Parrot Society UK)

Who Should Attend?

• Bird food manufacturers
• Bird food retailers (pet shops, garden centres etc)
• Avian vets & vet nurses
• Zoo keepers and wildlife bird experts
• Academics & students
• Welfare charities and re-homing centres
• Parrot breeders & specialised groups
• Interested media and journalists
• Bloggers and influencers interested in pet birds

Format of the Event

There will be a number of short talks (10-15 minutes each) on different aspects of pet birds’ health and welfare in relation to nutrition and feeding behaviour. There will also be break-out group discussions, panel discussions and a Q&A session.

Date and Location

Wednesday 1 July 2020, London (exact date and location to be confirmed). 

Register to Attend

Registration details will be announced here in due course.