Choosing a Exotic Pet: What You Need to Know About Corn Snakes Corn Snakes are interesting pets, but there are many different things to consider when finding the newest member to your family, so how do you know that a Corn Snake is right for yours? Like any pet, a Corn Snake will require lots of love and care to help keep them healthy and well, so in this blog we are taking a look at Corn Snakes, and what you...
Choosing a Exotic Pet: What You Need to Know About Milk Snakes Milk Snakes are interesting pets, but there are many different things to consider when finding the newest member to your family, so how do you know that a Milk Snake is right for yours? Like any pet, a Milk Snake will require lots of love and care to help keep them healthy and well, so in this blog we are taking a look at Milk Snake, and what you...
Choosing a Exotic Pet: What You Need to Know About Cameleons Cameleons are wonderfully interesting pets, but there are many different things to consider when finding the newest member to your family, so how do you know that a Cameleon is right for yours? Like any pet, a Cameleon will require lots of love and care to help keep them healthy and well, so in this blog we are taking a look at Cameleons, and what you can expect if you...
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...
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...
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...
Choosing a Exotic Pet: What You Need to Know About Bearded Dragons Bearded Dragons are wonderfully interesting pets, but there are many different things to consider when finding the newest member to your family, so how do you know that a Bearded Dragon is right for yours? Like any pet, a Bearded Dragon will require lots of love and care to help keep them healthy and well, so in this blog we are taking a look at Bearded Dragons, and what...
Choosing a Exotic Pet: What You Need to Know About Geckos Geckos are fantastic pets, but there are many different things to consider when finding the newest member to your family, so how do you know that a Gecko is right for yours? Like any pet, a Gecko will require lots of love and care to help keep them healthy and well, so in this blog we are taking a look at Geckos, and what you can expect if you were...
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...
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, M.V.B. Dr Bobby Ortiz, aka 'Dogtor Bob', is a small animal and...
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