Pay It Forward Avian Consultation Donation | Bird Vet NZ
Pay It Forward Avian Consultation Donation | Bird Vet NZ
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Help Fund a Free Bird Health Consultation for Someone in Need
Support accessible bird health care across New Zealand by contributing to our Pay It Forward programme. Your donation helps fund a free avian telemedicine consultation for a bird owner who may otherwise be unable to access professional bird health guidance for their feathered companion.
Nobody wants financial hardship to be the reason someone cannot seek help for their bird. Through this programme, donated consultations are made available to owners genuinely needing support, allowing them to access practical, evidence-based avian guidance from experienced professionals.
These consultations are completed online through Zoom and allow bird owners to speak directly with Sam, our avian veterinarian, alongside Jemma, our avian rehabilitation and bird health consultant. We work with a wide range of species including parrots, chickens, ducks, pigeons, canaries, aviary birds, and backyard poultry.
Consultations may cover general bird health concerns, husbandry, nutrition, behaviour, parasite management, supportive care, biosecurity, environmental management, flock health, and preventative care planning.
Every contribution helps us continue improving access to avian support for bird owners throughout New Zealand.
How it Works
How it Works
Add a donation to our Pay It Forward Veterinary Telemedicine Consultation initiative. For every $65 raised, we open four free Tele-free consultation slots. Each free slot remains available until it is booked by someone who genuinely needs access to care.
Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
1. Digital History Form Requirement
- A completed digital history form must be submitted prior to your scheduled consultation.
- Failure to submit the required information may result in your consultation being postponed or rescheduled.
2. Cancellations and Rescheduling
- Consultations may be cancelled up to 24 hours before the scheduled appointment time.
- Cancellations made within 24 hours of the appointment may not be eligible for a refund.
- Avian Empire reserves the right to reschedule consultations where necessary due to unforeseen circumstances or clinical workload.
3. Non-Emergency Service
- This telemedicine service is not suitable for emergency cases.
- Some conditions may require referral to your local veterinary clinic for physical examination, diagnostics, or treatments that cannot be provided via telemedicine.
4. Prescriptions
Prescriptions may be issued on a case-by-case basis, at the veterinarian’s discretion, and only where clinically appropriate and legally permitted.
5. Follow-Up Consultations
Follow-up appointments may be included where clinically necessary as part of ongoing case management.
6. Species Limitation
This telemedicine service is for bird patients only.
7. Limitations of Telemedicine
Telemedicine consultations are based on the information, images and videos provided by the client. As no physical examination is performed, diagnostic accuracy may be limited, and recommendations are made using the best information available at the time.
8. Geographic Limitation
This telemedicine service is available to New Zealand residents only and is provided in accordance with New Zealand regulations.
9. Commercial Use Exclusion
This telemedicine service is not intended for commercial farming operations.
Commercial poultry clients should refer to our dedicated commercial services at:
https://avianempirepoultry.co.nz
10. Follow-Up Consultations
Follow-up consultations may be included where clinically necessary as part of ongoing case management.
Where included, complimentary follow-up support is available for up to four (4) weeks following the initial consultation.
11. Accuracy of Information Provided
You are responsible for ensuring that all information provided is accurate and complete. Incomplete, inaccurate or misleading information may affect the advice given and the outcome of the consultation.
12. No Guaranteed Outcomes
While every effort is made to provide appropriate advice and treatment recommendations, outcomes cannot be guaranteed. Response to treatment may vary depending on the individual bird, underlying conditions and environmental factors.
13. Urgent Deterioration Clause
If your bird’s condition deteriorates suddenly or becomes urgent, you should seek immediate in-person veterinary care. Telemedicine is not a substitute for emergency veterinary treatment.
14. Recording and Documentation
Consultation notes, submitted forms, and any images or videos provided may be stored securely as part of the medical record, in accordance with privacy and professional record-keeping requirements.
15. Compliance With New Zealand Regulations
This service operates in accordance with New Zealand veterinary and telemedicine regulations. Services, prescriptions and advice are provided only where legally permitted.
Acceptance of Terms
By booking a telemedicine consultation, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Telemedicine Service Terms and Conditions.

Thank you for making telemedicine so accessible!!!
Brilliant
It was just a donation and it was $5
But I love Avian Empire, you guys are fantastic
I thought it was s good idea