Nutritional review of zoological companion animalsAugust 12, 2025This article discusses general nutritional recommendations for common zoological companion animals, including rabbits, rodents, ferrets, parrots, and pet reptile species. It will also review recently published data in this field of study.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTraveling with exotic pets tips infographicJuly 30, 2025Whether you are permanently changing your address or getting a temporary change of scenery, bringing exotic pets like birds, snakes, and rabbits requires special care. Guide your clients on how to make the road less bumpy for everyone.
Sea turtle rescue and rehab a national effortJune 13, 2025Learn about the dedicated groups of veterinarians, biologists, and other specialists from rescue and rehabilitation organizations that come to the aid of sea turtles facing various natural and man-made dangers.
26 taming tips to restrain and X-ray exoticsApril 2, 2025Discover essential handling and restraint techniques for exotic pets to ensure safety for both you and the animal. Plus, learn simple tips to make radiograph procedures smoother and more efficient.
A closer look at One HealthDecember 11, 2024With the recent resurgence of infectious diseases, such as mpox, veterinarians are reminded of their unique position to address zoonotic diseases and implement the One Health framework.
Guiding clients on proper food choices for exotic petsNovember 5, 2024Knowing what a specific species should eat versus what the pet is being fed and consuming at home can help identify an underlying reason for an exotic pet's illness.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveBasics of Triage and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Zoological Companion AnimalsAugust 7, 2024In this session: Do you have a fear of the emergency rabbit, bearded dragon, or parrot? Sarah Ozawa, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, goes over basic principles of triage and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in exotics/zoological companion animal (ZCA) species. You will gain information and tools to help you feel more comfortable handling initial triage in these species. Additionally, Dr. Ozawa discusses similarities (which are many!) and differences to CPR in ZCA species highlighting anatomic and physiologic differences between small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
A look at prostheses for exoticsJuly 29, 2024The story of Cookie, a 10-year-old male red-footed tortoise, showcases the necessity for specialized solutions for a broader range of species, illustrating a vital shift in animal welfare.
CDC issues warning of multistate Salmonella outbreak linked to bearded dragonsJune 17, 2024While no fatalities have occurred, the CDC has received 15 reports of Salmonella illnesses linked to the reptilian pet, with four people being hospitalized
Best practices for radiographing exotic petsMay 31, 2024A review of restraint, positioning, and principles of interpretation for lizards, snakes, chelonians, birds, rabbits, and rodents. Plus, a look at recent publications outlining normal values in these species will be discussed.
