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04Oct

Common Healthcare Issues in Pet Birds

Birds have been kept as pets for many years, and there are lots of different species to choose from. They are intelligent creatures; many species of bird can be trained to speak, or perform tricks, but like all pets, there certain illnesses or healthcare problems they are susceptible to. As a pet bird parent, it is important you understand what these health issues are to not only help treat them, but also prevent them Dr. Bobby Ortiz, BA, BSc, MVB, GPCert/PgC (ExAP),...

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04Oct

What Can My Pet Bird Eat? A Diet and Nutrition Guide

Choosing the right diet for your pet bird is important due to the many medical problems they can encounter. Each species of bird will have its own nutritional requirements to ensure it can live a happy and healthy life. It is up to the bird owner to guarantee these dietary needs are satisfied. In this blog post, I will discuss the best foods to feed your pet birds, how each food should make up their diet, and what foods to avoid. Dr....

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01Oct

Housing Your Lizard-Choosing a Vivarium

One of the most important things to do before you even bring home your new pet lizard to ensure they have a place to live. Lizards need adequate housing that meets their physical and emotional needs. You want your lizard to feel safe and comfortable, while also keeping their enclosure the correct temperature and humidity. In this blog post, I will explain how to house your lizard, why heating and lighting is important, and what to include in his enclosure. Dr. Bobby...

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01Oct

Common Healthcare Issues in Lizards

Reptiles have become increasingly popular as pets in the past number of years. Two of the most popular reptiles people enjoy keeping as pets are geckos and bearded dragons. Just like any other pet, these lizards can suffer from common health issues. It is important to understand what these issues are, how they are caused, and what can be done to prevent them to ensure your pet lizard lives a long, happy life (and many of them do). In this blog...

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01Oct

What Do Bearded Dragons Like To Eat? A Diet and Nutrition Guide

The Inland Bearded Dragon is the type of lizard most commonly kept as a pet. They are also known as Central Bearded Dragon. This dragon is very popular as they are docile and friendly, and make a great pet for children. To ensure your bearded dragon is kept happy and healthy, it is important he is fed a nutritious, balanced diet. Bearded dragons, or ‘beardies’ as they colloquially known, enjoy a variety off different foods. In this blog post, I will talk...

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30Sep

Why Do Snakes Shed Their Skin?

Snakes have the unique ability to shed their skin entirely. As they grow, their skin does not, and therefore it becomes too tight and worn, and a new skin awaits just below the old. Shedding their skin (ecdysis) allows snakes to grow and remove any parasites that may have attached to the old skin. This is a completely normal and healthy process, and occurs between four and 12 times a year. In this blog post, I’ll explain what shedding is, how...

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30Sep

Common Healthcare Issues in Snakes

Just like any other pet, snakes can suffer from various medical conditions and diseases. While most snake species are generally in good health, there are common healthcare issues that snakes may experience that will require veterinary attention. In this blog post, I will explain the different types of healthcare issues found in snakes, how to treat them, and what you can do to reduce the risk of infection. Dr. Bobby Ortiz, BA, BSc, MVB, GPCert/PgC (ExAP), MRCVS Dr Bobby Ortiz | also known...

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30Sep

Choosing a Vivarium For Your Corn Snake

Corn snakes are relatively small (rarely exceeding five feet in length); active feeders, tolerate a wide variety of environmental conditions; come in a dazzling array of colours; and are very easy to breed. For these reasons they make excellent pets, especially for families with older children. When bringing home your pet snake, it is important that you have a habitat set up for it to move straight into. It’s not just a case of setting up a vivarium for them to...

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30Sep

What Can My Corn Snake Eat? A Nutrition Guide for Pet Snakes

Just like other snakes, the corn snake is a carnivore, meaning they eat a meat only diet. They’re not particularly picky and in the wild, they are known to consume a variety of prey, including mice, rats, birds, bats, and insects. Most captive snakes are fed thawed rodents, such as mice or rats, of appropriate size. When caring for a carnivorous pet, it is important that they are fed different types of animal prey to ensure they receive a balanced and...

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29Sep

What Do Guinea Pigs Like to Eat?

Guinea pigs are strict herbivores, which means they require a plant-based only diet in order to stay happy and healthy. Fresh hay and fresh leafy vegetables should be the main bulk of their diet. They also spend a lot of time foraging so it is essential you provide constant access to fresh hay at all times. In this blog post, I’ll explain the best foods to feed your guinea pig, what you should avoid feeding him, and how to introduce new...

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