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Exotic Pet Health and Safety Issues

General issues about health and safety that are applicable to any exotic pets, and information on zoonoses, animal diseases that can be passed to humans.

North Carolina Exotics Vet

Find a vet in North Carolina to treat your exotic pet.

Nevada Exotics Vet

A listing of vets that see exotic pets in Nevada.

Missouri Exotics Vet

A list of exotics vets in Missouri.

Poisonous Plants

Exotic pets should be kept away from the plants we know that poison other house pets. Take a look at this list of garden toxins and poisonous plants.

A Louse on a Mouse?

If your pet rat, mouse, gerbil or guinea pig is itching and scratching, they may have a common ecto-parasite - lice. The word is intimidating and probably makes you itch just thinking about it, but never fear, important advice is here.

Herbivore Dentition

An explanation of herbivore teeth and why they need to be trimmed.

Exotic Pets and Children - Illness and Injury

A 2008 report from the American Academy of Pediatrics states that families with young children should avoid exotic pets due to the risks of illness or injury. What are the risks and what can be done to minimize them?

How to Prevent Salmonella Infections from Pet Reptiles

How to prevent salmonella infections from pet reptiles.

Halloween Safety for Exotic Pets

Tips to help keep your exotic pets safe at Halloween.

Holiday Hazards

A look at how the holidays can be stressful and even dangerous for our pets.

Keeping Exotic Pets Cool

In warmer months it is very important to make sure our pets do not get overheated or dehydrated. This is especially true for cold-blooded pets that rely on external temperatures to regulate their body temperatures. Here's some advice to help exotic pets cope with heat.

How to Find an Escaped Pet in the House

Some steps you can take if your small pet has escaped and is hiding out somewhere in your home.

Pets and Disasters - Have a Plan

How to include your pet in your plan in case of a natural disaster.

Zoonoses - Animal Diseases that Affect People Too

What is a zoonosis? What are some examples related to exotic pets?

Salmonella - Risk from Reptiles

A discussion of the risks of contracting Salmonella from reptiles, from your About.com guide.

Salmonells and Pet Rodents - CDC Report

A recent report about cases of human Salmonella linked to pet hamsters, mice and rats sparked a fair amount of media attention. It is important to heed the warnings associated with this information without panicking.

Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM or LCMV) and Pet Rodents

Information on lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus, LCMV, a zoonosis that is transmissable from hamsters, mice and other rodents to people.

Monkeypox Leads to Interim Final Order

An outbreak of monkeypox linked to pet prairie dogs and Gambian pouched rats in the US led the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue a joint order that banned the import of several African rodents and also the transport, sale or release of pet prairie dogs.

Tularemia in Pet Hamsters and Other Rodents

Information about a Health Canada Advisory - about hamsters and other rodents in parts of Canada that are possibly infected with a disease called Tularemia, which can also infect people.

Psittacosis - Parrot Fever

An overview of psittacosis, which can be devastating to pet birds and can also cause serious illness in people.

Top 10 Household Dangers for Pet Birds

Pet birds are extremely susceptible to a wide variety of household dangers, and owners need to be vigilant about protecting their birds from dangers throughout the home.

Ten Worst Exotic Pet Incidents of 2010

This is by no means a complete list of exotic pet incidents, but the ten worst exotic pet incidents are listed here in order of severity. Here's to hoping 2011 has fewer!

Gout Symptoms

Gout symptoms and information relating to reptile gout.

The Snake Cold - Sneezing Snakes

Is your pet snake sneezing? Do you think he has a snake cold or possible respiratory infection? Read on to find out what this could be from and what to do.

VPI Exotic Pet Insurance

Exotic pets, just like dogs and cats, get sick. Prepare for those expenses with exotic pet insurance. VPI is an insurer of exotic pets and offer plans for almost every type of exotic pets. Learn more here.

Kroger Pet Food Recall

A resource for information on the Kroger pet food recall of 2010.

Exotic Pet Food Recalls

This is the source for all your pet food recalls. Dog, cat, and exotic pet food recalls are listed here.

Poisonous Plants for Pets

Spring means flowers! Be aware of the possible dangers to your exotic pets during this blooming time of year. What is poisonous for dogs and cats may also hurt many of our exotic pets. Poisonous plants for pets are all around you!

Disasters

Pets are affected when disaster strikes a home. Find out how to be prepared and what to do with your pets if disaster strikes your home.

Go Bags

When disaster strikes there isn't much time to think or gather your pet's belongings, much less your own. Be prepared ahead of time by making go bags for yourselves and your pets. Check out this list of contents for your pet's go bags.

Animal Hoarding

Animal hoarding is a serious issue and people who are animal hoarders are often too scared or embarrassed to ask for help. Read more about animal hoarding here.

Alaska Exotics Vet

If you are looking for an Alaska exotics vet, you came to the right place!

Alabama Exotics Vet

Find an Alabama exotics vet for your pet here!

Arizona Exotics Vet

Check out this page if you are looking for an Arizona exotics vet.

Colorado Exotics Vet

If you are looking for a Colorado exotics vet, look no further. Check out this list of exotics vets in Colorado for your exotic pet of choice.

Connecticut Exotics Vet

If you are looking for an exotics vet in Connecticut look no further! Check out this Connecticut exotics vet list to find the right vet for your exotic pet.

Exotics Vet

Not all vets see exotics. Finding an exotics vet can be quite the task but aside from calling every vet in the state, your best bet may be this reference of exotics vets. Take a look here if you are looking for a reptile vet, avian vet, pocket pet vet, or a vet for some other kind of exotic pet.

Delaware Exotics Vet

Not all vets in Delaware treat all exotic pets. Check out this list if you are looking for a Delaware exotics vet for your special exotic.

Florida Exotics Vet

Find an exotics vet in Florida.

Hawaii Exotics Vet

Find a Hawaii exotics vet here.

Iowa Exotics Vet

Find an Iowa exotics vet here.

Idaho Exotics Vet

Check this list for an Idaho exotics vet.

Illinois Exotics Vet

Check out this list for an Illinois exotics vet for you exotic pet.

Can You Use Bleach to Clean Cages?

Is using bleach to clean cages safe?

Louisiana Exotics Vet

Find a Louisiana exotics vet here for your rabbit, reptile, or other exotic pet.

Kansas Exotics Vet

Find the perfect Kansas exotics vet for your pet here.

Ohio Exotic Animal Massacre

Following the escape of dozens of exotic animals from an Ohio farm there are many thoughts and emotions going through people's minds.

Reptile Ear Infections

Read about what those lumps on your reptile's neck may be.

Kentucky Exotics Vet

A listing of Kentucky exotics vets.

Maryland Exotics Vet

Check out this list of exotics vets to find one in Maryland.

Massachusetts Exotics Vet

Check out this list of Massachusetts exotics vets.

Michigan Exotics Vet

A list of Michigan exotics vets.

Minnesota Exotics Vet

Find a Minnesota exotics vet here.

Mississippi Exotics Vet

Find a Mississippi exotics vet here.

Maine Exotics Vet

Take a look at this list to find a Maine exotics vet.

Arkansas Exotics Vet

Find an Arkansas exotics vet for your exotic pet.

Montana Exotics Vet

A listing of Montana exotics vets.

Nebraska Exotics Vet

Find a vet to treat your exotic pet in Nebraska.

New Hampshire Exotics Vet

A list of exotics vets in New Hampshire.

New Jersey Exotics Vet

A listing of exotics vets in New Jersey.

New Mexico Exotics Vet

Find a vet for your exotics pet in New Mexico.

New York Exotics Vet

Check out this list of New York Exotics Vets to find the perfect doctor for your pet.

North Dakota Exotics Vet

A list of exotics vets in North Dakota.

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