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…
Slithery, scaly, shiny creatures – what are they? Reptiles, of course!
Some people love them. Others fear them. Regardless, most of us would agree that they are at least very interesting to look at. Reptiles: they can make fascinating pets if…
Taking exotic pets outdoors: precautions & cautions
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…
Parrots, Problems, and the Power of the Positive
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,…
Tips for Keeping Your Exotic Pet Safe from Household Toxins
All of us with exotic pets strive to give our pets a safe and comfortable home. But, as we animal lovers know, our pets tend to get into anything and…
Peanut – Ferret Extraordinaire by Angela Cerone, Receptionist
Hi. My name is Peanut. I am a 5 year old ferret and my mom is the best! I was rescued by my mom’s friend, but her friend…
Diary of a blue and gold macaw – notes on Hurricane Sandy, by Sarah Inglis, LVT
About two and a half weeks ago, our human mom started acting very concerned. She spoke of a big ” hurricane” coming. I wasn’t concerned initially, because I had no…
Tips for keeping your exotic pet safe during a power outage
Power outages are never fun, but here are a few tips to help keep your bird or other exotic pet safe: 1. Provide heat! Many birds and reptiles, in particular,…
Gastrointestinal stasis – what you need to know. By Laurie Hess, DVM, Dipl ABVP (Avian) and Pauline Scherer, LVT
What is perhaps one of the most important medical conditions you should know about if you own a rabbit or a guinea pig? It is gastrointestinal (GI) stasis! What is…
Do exotic pets undergo aging changes?
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,…
Does my ferret really need a dental cleaning?
Did you know that ferrets can get dental disease just like your cat, your dog, or you? We humans don’t always go to see our dentist twice a year, as…