All A&D'S medical products have been developed specifically for human use without consciously taking into consideration other avenues of use, namely veterinarian. Without making any product change, using a little imagination, A&D's UN-231 Nebulizer was used to dispense drugs for avian treatment.
A company specializing in developing and supplying products to the pet trade, Doyen Ltd. here in Japan, developed such use recently in the form an avian nebulizer treatment cage. Exotic birds as pets, is more popular than most people realize. A reason for the anonymity is probably because the supporting industry, food, medical and accessory suppliers etc. don't generate a huge income, as do the other pet suppliers. The recent business in organ transplants for cats and dogs also has taken the limelight. However, there is an under-developed and yet untapped avian market.

Avian treatment, the treatment of birds, is an over-looked field that deserves attention. The Washington Treaty lists hundreds of protected species on the verge of extinction, which necessitates breeding programs worldwide. Birds are susceptible to viral respiratory diseases making treatment an every-day reality for zoo veterinarians around the world. These viruses are often fatal with the tragic loss of an irreplaceable bird. Private citizens who keep birds also face the same dilemma. Common methods of administering drugs are by Atomizer or Nebulizer. The preferred method is by Nebulizer as the particle size, ideally of 3-5 microns, is assured. A Nebulizer can administer not only drugs but also herbs with healing properties, which are given to treat stress related problems. Birds do not easily become accustomed to handling by humans or artificial environments. Sometimes even the loss of a mate can trigger feather or appetite loss and general health disorder. Evidently, a Nebulizer is an indispensable tool not only in the treatment of birds but also useful in breeding programs to maintain a birds in peek health.