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A green parrot with a bare patch is perched on a hand indoors. A person in blue stands blurred in the background.

A green parrot with a bare patch is perched on a hand indoors. A person in blue stands blurred in the background.

The Truth About Feather Plucking: Prevention & Intervention

What feather plucking really means.

13 hours ago6 min read

Brown rabbit sitting on hay with a serene expression, surrounded by green grass. Overcast lighting enhances its soft fur texture.

Brown rabbit sitting on hay with a serene expression, surrounded by green grass. Overcast lighting enhances its soft fur texture.

Why Your Rabbit Digs, Chews, and Destroys and What to Do About It

Tips to stop your rabbit from chewing, digging, and more.

Aug 54 min read

A cute ferret peeks out of a cozy brown hammock with a snug, relaxed expression. The background is blurred green and white.

A cute ferret peeks out of a cozy brown hammock with a snug, relaxed expression. The background is blurred green and white.

Adrenal Gland Diseases in Ferrets: Causes, Symptoms, and Next Steps

What every ferret owner should know about adrenal disease.

Jul 133 min read

Yellow cockatiel with orange cheeks and spiky crest is perched against a blurred dark purple background, looking curious.

Yellow cockatiel with orange cheeks and spiky crest is perched against a blurred dark purple background, looking curious.

Chirpy, Clever, and Totally Trainable: Why Cockatiels Make Great Companions

Your crash course in cockatiel companionship and training.

Jul 83 min read

Three guinea pigs with brown and white fur sit closely on a soft pink blanket against a pastel pink background, appearing calm and cozy.

Three guinea pigs with brown and white fur sit closely on a soft pink blanket against a pastel pink background, appearing calm and cozy.

Scurvy in Guinea Pigs: 7 Warning Signs You Should NEVER Ignore

Signs, causes, and care tips for scurvy.

Jun 174 min read

Fluffy rabbit eating from a dish of seeds beside lettuce in a glass bowl, on a concrete path near a wire fence and leafy background.

Fluffy rabbit eating from a dish of seeds beside lettuce in a glass bowl, on a concrete path near a wire fence and leafy background.

Bunny Teeth 101: What Every Rabbit Owner Should Know

What every rabbit parent should know about those teeth.

Jun 123 min read

White cockatoo with a yellow crest perched on a railing, set against a blurred green and blue background, conveying a serene mood.

White cockatoo with a yellow crest perched on a railing, set against a blurred green and blue background, conveying a serene mood.

Birds Beware! Common Household Toxins That Can Harm Your Avian Pets

Signs and solutions for toxic bird exposures from our emergency vet.

Jun 25 min read

Orange python with patterned scales rests on white background, coiled and facing forward. The setting is neutral and calm.

Orange python with patterned scales rests on white background, coiled and facing forward. The setting is neutral and calm.

Snake Viruses (Nidovirus, IBD): Symptoms & Signs to Watch For

Noticing strange behavior in your snake? It could be more than just a bad shed—it might be viral.

May 143 min read

Yellow and black-spotted gecko crawls on a white rock. Brown leaves sit in the foreground. The background is blurred gray.

Yellow and black-spotted gecko crawls on a white rock. Brown leaves sit in the foreground. The background is blurred gray.

What’s the Deal With Loose Substrate?

Loose substrate can be risky for reptiles and amphibians.

Apr 234 min read

Two vibrant rainbow lorikeets, with blue, green, yellow, and red feathers, nuzzle affectionately against a soft, blurred background.

Two vibrant rainbow lorikeets, with blue, green, yellow, and red feathers, nuzzle affectionately against a soft, blurred background.

The Importance of Enrichment and Foraging for Parrots

Keep your parrot engaged, active, and behaviorally balanced.

Apr 74 min read

Colorful and healthy looking reptile

Colorful and healthy looking reptile

Gut-Loading 101: Supercharging Your Feeder Insects for Healthier Reptiles

Boost your reptile’s nutrition with gut-loaded insects!

Mar 183 min read

Birds and small pets on chairs

Birds and small pets on chairs

Protecting Your Family and Your Pets from Avian Flu

Can bird flu affect pets? Get the facts.

Mar 122 min read

Hedgehog Grooming and Skin Care: Bathing, Nail Trimming, and More

Hedgehog Grooming and Skin Care: Bathing, Nail Trimming, and More

Hedgehog Grooming and Skin Care: Bathing, Nail Trimming, and More

Give your hedgehog the pampering they deserve!

Feb 93 min read

Healthy Greens for Happy Hoppers: A Rabbit and Guinea Pig Feeding Guide

Healthy Greens for Happy Hoppers: A Rabbit and Guinea Pig Feeding Guide

Healthy Greens for Happy Hoppers: A Rabbit and Guinea Pig Feeding Guide

Pro Tips: Learn what our veterinarians recommend feeding your pet rabbit or guinea pig.

Jan 283 min read

Bearded Dragon Health 101: Common Issues and Expert Care Solutions

Bearded Dragon Health 101: Common Issues and Expert Care Solutions

Bearded Dragon Health 101: Common Issues and Expert Care Solutions

Healthy dragons start with expert care!

Dec 19, 20245 min read

Keeping Your Ducks Healthy: A Guide to Routine Care and Checkups

Keeping Your Ducks Healthy: A Guide to Routine Care and Checkups

Keeping Your Ducks Healthy: A Guide to Routine Care and Checkups

Keep your duck feeling just ducky.

Dec 5, 20243 min read

Understanding Leopard Gecko Shedding: Pro Tips for Owners

Understanding Leopard Gecko Shedding: Pro Tips for Owners

Understanding Leopard Gecko Shedding: Pro Tips for Owners

Shed your fears…master the art of leopard gecko care.

Nov 13, 20243 min read

The Secret Language of Tortoises: Understand Your Pet's Behavior

The Secret Language of Tortoises: Understand Your Pet's Behavior

The Secret Language of Tortoises: Understand Your Pet's Behavior

If your tortoise could talk, here’s what they’d say…

Sep 22, 20244 min read

Can Your Chicken Have a Heart Attack? Signs, Symptoms and Prevention Tips from the Pros

Can Your Chicken Have a Heart Attack? Signs, Symptoms and Prevention Tips from the Pros

Can Your Chicken Have a Heart Attack? Signs, Symptoms and Prevention Tips from the Pros

Everything you need to know about heart disease in chickens

Sep 12, 20245 min read

Health Concerns in Chinchillas: Common Issues and How to Prevent Them

Health Concerns in Chinchillas: Common Issues and How to Prevent Them

Health Concerns in Chinchillas: Common Issues and How to Prevent Them

Get pro tips from a specialty chinchilla vet.

Jul 23, 20244 min read

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