Exotic Pet Blog

Cockatiel Trauma and Pulmonary Contusion Treatment for Manhattan Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic One common emergency we see at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic  involves interactions between exotic pets and other household animals. Even the most gentle dog or cat can accidentally injure a fragile bird in a split second. The patient, a 10-week-old Cockatiel from Manhattan, NY , was rushed to our clinic on emergency after a devastating accid

Guinea pigs are unique little animals with complex hormonal and urinary systems. Female guinea pigs, or sows, are particularly prone to reproductive diseases such as ovarian cysts, which can wreak havoc on their overall health. When combined with urinary tract issues, the situation becomes critical. Recently, the patient, a 4-year-old female guinea pig from Brooklyn, NY , presented to Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic  with a mix of symptoms. The patient was urinat

Manhattan, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties. Cardiovascular disease is a leading cause of illness in older psittacines (parrots), including small species like Lovebirds. For bird owners in NY , recognizing the subtle signs of heart disease is often the difference between life and death. Recently, Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic  received a critical emergency case involving the patient, a 13-year-old Fischer's Lovebird. The patient's story is a powerful example of why

Case Study #11: Rabbit Sarcoma Surgery & Chemotherapy Species:  Rabbit (Age 9) Location:  Nassau County, NY Rabbit Soft Tissue Sarcoma Surgery and Chemotherapy for Long Island Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Finding a lump on your pet is scary. When the Rabbit, a 9-year-old patient from Nassau County , developed a raised mass on the neck, the owners acted quickly - a decision that saved the patient's life. The Diagnosis: Soft Tissue Sarcoma We performe

Case Study #10: Sulcata Tortoise Bladder Stone Surgery Species:  Sulcata Tortoise (Age 14) Location:  Long Island, NY Sulcata Tortoise Plastronotomy (Bladder Stone Removal) in Long Island Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Sulcata tortoises are giants of the reptile world, but even they can suffer from painful internal issues. The Sulcata Tortoise, a 14-year-old male patient, presented with a two-week history of not eating (anorexia) and lethargy. The Dia

Case Study #9: Pigeon Heart Disease Management Species:  Giant Runt Pigeon (Age 1) Location:  NYC Metro Area Pigeon Heart Disease Diagnosis (CT & Echocardiogram) for NYC Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Pigeons are often overlooked as pets, but they are very affectionate and intelligent. The Giant Runt Pigeon, a young 1-year-old female patient, came to us after sudden weight loss and regurgitation. The case underscores the advanced cardiac capabilities

Species:  Corn Snake (Age 9) Location:  Queens, NY Corn Snake Reproductive Surgery (Salpingectomy) for Queens Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Reptiles are masters at hiding symptoms of illness, even when they are suffering. The Corn Snake, a 9-year-old female patient from Queens, NY , presented with a history of anorexia (not eating) and increased activity-a common sign that a female snake is searching for a place to lay eggs. The Diagnosis: Egg Bindin

African Grey Fracture & Foreign Body Removal Species:  Congo African Grey Parrot (Age 2) Location:  Long Island, NY African Grey Fracture and Foreign Body Removal for Long Island Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic African Grey parrots are renowned for their intelligence, but this curiosity can sometimes lead them into trouble. The Congo African Grey Parrot, a young 2-year-old patient, was brought to Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic  for a seco

Case Study #6: Lorikeet Inhalant Toxicity (Cooking Fumes) Species:  Lorikeet (Age 10 months) Location:  Queens, NY Avian Respiratory Emergency and Toxicity Treatment for Queens Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Birds have incredibly efficient respiratory systems, which unfortunately makes them highly sensitive to airborne toxins. Items like non-stick cookware or heavy smoke can be deadly to birds in minutes. The Lorikeet, a young 10-month-old patient fro

Case Study #5: Guinea Pig Bladder Stone Emergency Species:  Guinea Pig (Age 5) Location:  Great Neck, NY Guinea Pig Bladder Stone Removal (Cystotomy) in Long Island Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Guinea pigs are wonderful family pets, but they are genetically predisposed to urinary issues, specifically Urolithiasis  (bladder stones). Guinea pigs cannot pass these stones easily, and a blockage can become a life-threatening emergency within hours. The G

Red-Eared Slider Reproductive Surgery (OVE) Species:  Red-Eared Slider (Age 14) Location:  Nassau County, NY Red-Eared Slider “Spay” ( Ovariosalpingectomy - OVE) in Long Island Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Reptiles are stoic animals, often hiding illness until it is critical Subtle changes in behavior, appetite, or activity can be the first, and sometimes only, clues that something is wrong. The Red-Eared Slider, a 14-year-old patient from Nassau Co

Rabbit Toe Amputation & Osteomyelitis Species:  Rabbit (Age 10) Location:  Queens, NY Rabbit Osteomyelitis and Thymoma Management for Queens Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Geriatric rabbits, specifically those over the age of 8, often face complex health challenges that require a delicate balance of surgical intervention and long-term medical management. Recently, we treated a distinguished 10-year-old rabbit from Queens, NY , proving that age is just

Species:  Blue-Fronted Amazon Parrot (Age 32) Location:  Long Island, NY Squamous Cell Carcinoma Treatment in an Amazon Parrot Patient at Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic Parrots are incredibly resilient creatures, often living for decades in captivity. However, as birds age, they become susceptible to geriatric conditions similar to humans, including heart disease and cancer. For pet owners in Long Island and the five boroughs of NYC, finding a veterinarian that

When it comes to avian medicine, size does not dictate the complexity of care. At Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic (LIBEVC) , we frequently treat patients weighing less than 40 grams who require the same level of advanced medical technology and surgical expertise as a large dog or cat. Recently, our team in Great Neck, NY, welcomed a sweet 5-year-old female budgie who traveled to us from Brooklyn . She presented a complex reproductive case that required high-level