The Exotic Pet Vet Blog
You plan an exotic, or perhaps not so exotic, getaway for you and your family. Tickets are booked, hotel plans are made, then you are stuck with the question – what do I do with my beloved exotic pet? Some owners bring in a pet sitter who will come twice a day to visit, feed and clean their pet in their home. While there are benefits to having someone come to your house when you’re away, a lot can happen to your pet during the hours the sitter is not there. Another option is to bring your pet to the…
Why Does My Bird Talk So Much?
Many birds chatter all day — whether they are speaking recognizable human language that they have been taught or unrecognizable “bird speak.” Parrots generally make a lot of noise because…
Hoping for a Hedgehog? 10 Things to Know Before Bringing One Home
Wild hedgehogs have been living in Africa forever but only in recent years have they been kept as pets. Most North American pet hedgehogs, typically called African pygmy hedgehogs, were bred from African…
Backyard Chickens: Cage Free but Not Carefree
Cluck, cluck, cluck. You’ll hear these sounds in nearly every state these days. Backyard chickens have become exceedingly popular and are popping up in suburban areas everywhere. There’s plenty that’s…
Bird and Exotic Pet Boarding: As Fun as Summer Camp
Wouldn’t you love for your pet to go on his own vacation while you go on yours? Well, he can if he goes to a veterinary practice that caters specifically…
10 Reasons Why a Rabbit Might Be the Pet for You
Looking for a pet who is as interactive as a puppy but not as demanding? What about a bunny? Rabbits make wonderful pets in the right situations. If you live…
Have a Noisy Bird at Dawn and Dusk?
In the wild, most birds forage for food in the early morning when the sun rises and again in the early evening when the sun sets. During these times, they often communicate…
How to Keep Your Exotic Pet Safe When a Hurricane Hits
Thinkstock Hurricanes are phenomena no one can be completely prepared for, as demonstrated by the devastation to people and property caused by some of the powerful storms that have hit…
Looking For A Rabbit Vet in NY?
Got a Rabbit?… Get a check-up! To help ensure pet rabbits in NY stay healthy, as a rabbit veterinarian in NY for the past 20 years, I recommend annual examinations for…
My Experience As A NY Bird Doctor
Does Your Bird Need to See a Bird Doctor? When I’m out in the streets of NY, I frequently get asked, why does your bird need to see a bird…
Why Guinea Pigs Are The Best Pets!
Thinking of getting a pet but don’t want the responsibility of a cat or a dog? How about a guinea pig? March is Adopt a Rescued Guinea Pig month, so…