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  • 8 Things We Bet You Didn't Know About Koi
    June 3, 2016

    Koi are not what you might consider a traditional pet, but they offer some of the same advantages. Koi can be a calming addition to an outdoor garden or an indoor pool or aquarium. Koi may look like… Full Article ›


  • 9 Things to Know Before Adopting a Turtle
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), May 23, 2016

    Turtles are very popular pets and can be terrific for people who want a fascinating animal to look at and appreciate — but maybe not necessarily to cuddle with. Turtles can be great for families… Full Article ›


  • Can't Have a Dog or Cat? 6 Pets to Consider
    By Amy Sinatra Ayres, May 3, 2016

    A dog or a cat isn’t the right fit for every family, whether it’s because of allergies, space constraints or a variety of other reasons. But that doesn’t mean your family has to be deprived of the… Full Article ›


  • Ask the Vet: What Is an Exotic Pet?
    April 15, 2016

    What Exactly Is an “Exotic” Pet?“Exotic” pets include a wide variety of animals: birds, rodents (hamsters, gerbils, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats, mice), rabbits, ferrets, reptiles (snakes, lizards,… Full Article ›


  • Spring Cleaning Tips for Exotic Pets
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), April 7, 2016

    Spring is coming and with the warm breezes, fresh air and sunshine comes spring cleaning. Our homes, our cars, our garages — we clean them out to start the new season right. Many pet owners forget… Full Article ›


  • Easter Trivia: Fascinating Facts About Baby Chicks, Ducklings and Bunnies
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), March 25, 2016

    Easter is a happy holiday to celebrate with your family. It’s also the time baby chicks, ducklings and bunnies are born. These animals are precious to look at and adorable to hold, and many people… Full Article ›


  • Think You Know Ferrets? Take Our Quiz
    February 8, 2016

    Some people have preconceived ideas about ferrets, many of which simply are not true — or at least not the whole truth. If you have ever thought about sharing your space with a ferret, take this quiz… Full Article ›


  • Common Health Hazards and Toxins for Small Mammals
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), February 1, 2016

    When people hear about commonly kept small mammal pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, ferrets, rats, hamsters and gerbils, they don’t usually think of them being at high risk… Full Article ›


  • Most Common Obese Exotic Pets: No. 5 Turtles
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), January 15, 2016

    Which species of exotic pets tend to pack on the pounds? This week, we’re looking at the top five species I treat for obesity. So far we’ve covered parrots, hedgehogs, rabbits and rats. What’s… Full Article ›


  • Most Common Obese Exotic Pets: No. 4 Rats
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), January 14, 2016

    Which species of exotic pets tend to pack on the pounds? This week, we’re looking at the top five species I treat for obesity. No. 4 on my list of obesity-prone pets are rats! Rats are known… Full Article ›


  • Most Common Obese Exotic Pets: No. 3 Rabbits
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), January 13, 2016

    Which species of exotic pets tend to pack on the pounds? This week, we’re looking at the top five species I treat for obesity. No. 3 on my list of obesity-prone pets are bunnies! Dangle a… Full Article ›


  • Most Common Obese Exotic Pets: No. 2 Hedgehogs
    By Dr. Laurie Hess DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice) , January 12, 2016

    Species of all kinds suffer from being fat, and as an exotic animal veterinarian, I constantly tell my patients’ owners to increase their pets’ exercise and limit their junk food consumption. This… Full Article ›



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