Pet Health Articles
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Happy, sunny, and feisty as all get-out, the Australian Terrier knows he has serious work to do: chase anything that moves, bark at anything that approaches, and keep you in stitches.
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The axolotl is an amphibian that spends its entire life in the water. It is a type of salamander, but it has some fish-like features, including visible external gills and a paddle-like tail that it keeps its entire life. This handout summarizes housing, food, health guidelines for your pet axolotl.
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The Basenji may be the most un-doglike dog on our planet. He does not bark, cleans himself in a manner similar to that of a cat, is a good climber, and is relatively independent.
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Bathing is very important for the proper maintenance of feathers. The dry air in our homes created by central heating and air conditioning is not conducive to the maintenance of healthy feathers and skin, so pet birds should be encouraged to bathe at least three to four times a week. This handout provides helpful tips and safety precautions for bathing your bird.
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Overgrown nails may can become get caught or trapped on toys or parts of the cage and cause tearing/bleeding, creating a severely painful event. Toenail trimming may be done at home, but only when taught by an experienced bird breeder/owner or avian veterinarian. Beaks should not be trimmed regularly unless performed by an avian veterinarian.
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The Bearded Collie just loves life. He is an active, shaggy dog with an effervescent personality, always ready to join his people in any activity.
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If they are well looked after, including proper diet and husbandry, bearded dragons are reasonably hardy animals. Common health conditions of pet bearded dragons include CANV, atadenovirus, metabolic bone disease, parasites, infectious stomatitis (mouth rot), and respiratory infections. Any change from normal is cause for concern and should be immediately evaluated by your veterinarian.
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Bearded dragons are susceptible to several health problems; understanding them will help you prevent them from occurring in your pet and know when to seek veterinary attention. Problems described in this handout include salmonellosis, avascular necrosis, tail rot, abscesses, and dystocia (egg binging).
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Bearded dragons are omnivorous, which means they eat both plant and animal-based foods, including insects. A bearded dragon's diet should generally be 50% plant-based and 50% animal-based, although it varies depending on their age. This handout provides the information needed to feed your sugar glider a balanced and healthy diet.
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Bearded dragons have specific environmental requirements to thrive as pets. This handout outlines their housing needs, including enclosure size, appropriate bedding, preferred accessories, and necessary lighting and temperature control.