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    May 8, 2025 8:00 am by Melanie Narvaez | Veterinary StudentStudent Experiences
    As part of her training, veterinary student Melanie Narvaez assesses the health of a cockatiel by checking its vent. Photo by Fred Zwicky

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    • As part of her training, veterinary student Melanie Narvaez assesses the health of a cockatiel by checking its vent. Photo by Fred Zwicky

    They all have their personalities. Some of the birds we’re handling today live in the 'Princes' cage and have a reputation as troublemakers. They almost always try to escape!