Category Archives: bird care

The Great Pellet Exhange for Birds

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Dr. Laurie Hess

Do you own a bird that eats a lot of seed? Did you know that studies have shown that unless a bird is eating nearly 2/3 of its diet as formulated bird pellets, it’s not likely meeting its nutritional needs, … Continue reading →

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Exotic Pet Wellness Exams Should Occur Annually

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Dr. Laurie Hess

If you are an Exotic Pet owner in NY an annual check-up is an essential part of trying to prevent illness from occurring. Just like cats and dogs (and even people), birds and exotic pets should have yearly examinations to … Continue reading →

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It’s OK To Lay But Bad To Bind: Egg Binding in Birds and Reptiles

Posted on May 1, 2013 by Dr. Laurie Hess

It’s that time of year again. Hormones are raging, and animals everywhere are getting ready to mate. Spring time is a time of birth – flowers are sprouting new buds, mammals are courting each other, and birds and reptiles are … Continue reading →

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Taking exotic pets outdoors: precautions & cautions

Posted on April 11, 2013 by Dr. Laurie Hess

It’s spring! Time to bring your pets outside to get fresh air and sunshine – But wait! Things to remember before bringing your exotic pet outdoors: – Furry mammals, like rabbits and ferrets, are susceptible to flea and tick infection, … Continue reading →

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Parrots, Problems, and the Power of the Positive

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Dr. Laurie Hess

It happens every year. Birds scream. People scream back. As the days get longer and temperatures start to climb, the screaming gets worse. Some pet parrots scream all year long, but many scream louder when their hormonal clocks get wound … Continue reading →

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Do exotic pets undergo aging changes?

Posted on September 24, 2012 by Dr. Laurie Hess

Of course they do! Just like people, dogs, and cats, exotic pets’ bodies undergo a series of changes as they get older; exotic pets of all species – birds, ferrets, rabbits, rodents, reptiles, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, pot-bellied pigs, and others … Continue reading →

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Warm weather tips for exotic pets

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Dr. Laurie Hess

Summertime – time to go outside in the sunshine, enjoy the fresh air, picnic with friends, and enjoy our pets. All sounds wonderful, until a pet becomes ill or injured. How can we prevent summertime mishaps with our pets? Here … Continue reading →

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Are You a Pet Person?

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Dr. Laurie Hess

In general, I think it is fair to say that there are two camps of people when it comes to animals – those who are true “pet people,” and those who are not. What is a “pet person”? While pet … Continue reading →

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