Disease Prevention Through Proper Sanitation and Disinfection in an Indoor Psittacine Breeding Facility

Introduction
Definitions
Current Disease Situation
Disease Transmission
Exotic Birds Verus Commercial Poultry Operation
Room Environment
Cage Environment
Water Bowls and Feeders
High Pressure Washers
Foaming Disinfectants
Micro-Organisms of Concern
Disinfectants
Sodium Hypochlorite
Iodophores
Chlorhexidines
Quaternary Ammonium (Quats)
Phenolics
Blended Germicides
Aldehydes
Safety and Toxicity
Egg Disinfection
Summary
References
Appendix 1: Disinfectants
Appendix 2: Recommended High Pressure Washer/Foamer Models

By Mark Hagen, M.Ag.
Director of Research