VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTiny Hearts, Big Problems: Cardiovascular Disease in Zoological Companion AnimalsApril 22, 2026In this session: Sarah Ozawa, DVM, DACZM, reviews a select number of cardiovascular diseases in zoological companion animal species, such as rabbits, bearded dragons, and parrots in a case-based format. This lecture will focus on the disease types, etiology (if known!) and key anatomical differences of these species. We will also discuss any differences in diagnosis from dogs and cats and discuss treatment options or preventive measures if available.
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A practitioner's guide to bearded dragonsJuly 29, 2021Depending on the reference source, the central bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps), which is native to Australia, is either the most popular pet lizard, or at least in the top three.