Melbourne Bird Veterinary Clinic

08/08/2026

Many of you have called to ask about vaccinations for HPAI H5N1 Avian Influenza.

This is not something that is available at the moment, though there may be developments in the future.

At the moment it is advised to stay safe and proactive by preventing contact between yourself and your birds with wildlife.

https://youtu.be/ogp5Yhe94ic?si=nQwTbLKYyhfkIOrb
https://www.melbournebirdvet.com/post/h5n1-highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-faq

Interview with Dr Matthew Gosbell (DVM, MANZCVS), senior veterinari...

07/08/2026

We are currently still seeing most species of wild birds!

We just ask that you are patient with our team and to call before coming in so that we can protect our patients and staff 😊

04/08/2026

Restock of Nino's Java! 😍 shredding & foraging toys, perches, T-stand & swings!

Also available:
Stands - Kiwi's New Life Bird Rescue
Swings & Perches - Animal Enrichment Australia
Handmade toys - A bird A Day
Plus platform perches, ladders & more!

03/08/2026

Great benefits being a receptionist here 🤭

30/07/2026

Avian Influenza H5N1 has been detected in Portland, Victoria. We are not closing, and we are continuing to see pet birds as normal.

Do Not Panic.
Stay Educated.
Stay Prepared.

If you see sick wildlife, especially multiple in one location - avoid touching, record the location, report to the hotline Hotline: 1800 675 888

Please call ahead before bringing wildlife to the clinic, you may be asked to wait in the carpark for triage, but we are still seeing wildlife.

More information: https://www.melbournebirdvet.com/post/h5n1-highly-pathogenic-avian-influenza-faq

https://agriculture.vic.gov.au/about/media-centre/media-releases/2026-releases/h5n1-avian-influenza-strain-detected-in-victoria

29/07/2026

Maple and his friend Syrup traveled 4 hours to come see us, and they are such sweethearts 🥺

28/07/2026

Melbourne Bird Veterinary Clinic proudly supports rescue birds, and this week's adoptable bird spotlight is from Peanut’s Pigeon Project ✨️

"Looking for love: Grain Wave

Despite a rough start to life, Grain Wave (yes, like the chip) has so much love to give!

Grain Wave is super friendly. He loves sitting on your knee, wrestling with your hand, and romancing your foot.

Because he lives for attention, he would do well in a home with at least one lady pigeon looking for love. Or, if brave, a person who would like to be serenaded 24/7 by his boofhead coos.

Grain Wave has been here for 9 months waiting for a home that thinks he’s as cool as he thinks he is.

If you are interested in adopting Grainwave, please fill in our adoption expression of interest form: https://forms.gle/bg2vo2XyGq8hfwUQ7"

27/07/2026

Natural BARKY perches and swings RESTOCK 😍

Animal Enrichment Australia

21/07/2026

Melbourne Bird Veterinary Clinic proudly supports rescue birds, and this week's adoptable bird spotlight is from Kiwi's New Life Bird Rescue ✨️

"Dorian is a super sweet young Indian Ringneck who loves play time!

They are a gentle bird who loves kisses, and is very playful - you will often find Dorian hanging upside swinging from his toys.

Enquire at www.kiwisnewlifebirdrescue.org"

20/07/2026

Pomfrey's Crop Repair!

Pomfrey came to us after the crop bra she was wearing for her distended crop rubbed through the skin and into the crop wall, causing necrosis and infection.

Over the course of 23 days, Pomfrey underwent two surgeries to debride and repair her crop, as well as the placement of a stomach tube so she could receive nutrition while her crop healed.

She even spent two weekend holidays with one of our nurses to ensure she received the round-the-clock feeding and rehabilitation she needed.

Pomfrey has now been home for a couple of weeks. Although she can't eat as much as a normal chicken because her crop is now much smaller, she's enjoying life again and even gifted her owners with an egg as a little thank you! 🥚❤️