Spotlights
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Spotlight Iguanas: Common Health Issues
General Information Iguanas have several unique disease problems; understanding these problems will allow you to better care for your pet and minimize future health care problems. Who can help me? You should inquire with your….
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Spotlight Birds: Cage Hygiene
Cage Hygiene in Birds What do I clean my bird’s cage with? Birds living in cages have the misfortune of eating in their bathroom and defecating in their kitchen, since it’s all the same place;….
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Spotlight Cats: Skin and Coat Health
Coat and Skin Appearance in the Healthy Cat The general condition of your cat’s skin and coat are good indicators of its health. A healthy coat should be shiny and smooth, not coarse or brittle,….
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Spotlight: Boarding your pet
Boarding your pet Boarding your pet can make many owners nervous, because they worry whether their beloved friend will be in good care while they are away. We recommend a few options: Your pet stays….
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Spotlight Guinea Pigs: Feeding
Guinea pigs, like rabbits, are true herbivores, although the physiology and function of their gastrointestinal system is less well understood than that of the rabbit, which has been well investigated. Guinea pigs develop food preferences….
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Spotlight Reptiles: Proper Lighting
Why do reptiles need UV light? A wild reptile may spend many hours a day basking in the sun, absorbing ultraviolet (UV) light; these wavelengths of light are necessary for the body to manufacture the….
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Spotlight Birds: Beak & Nail Care
Do I need to be concerned about my bird’s beak and nails? Most wild birds are naturally very active during the day and would normally encounter a huge variety of perching textures and perch sizes….
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Spotlight Cats: Declawing
Declawing in Cats How is a declaw performed? Declawing (onychectomy) consists of surgical removal of at least the entire nail and nail bed of the front claws under general anesthesia. Some surgeons remove the entire 3rd phalanx…..
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Spotlight: Holiday Safety Tips!
Household Hazards – Holiday Safety Tips for Pet Owners During times of celebration, friends and family often gather in our homes. At these times, it is easy to overlook potential hazards to your pet’s….
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Spotlight Sugar Gliders: Owning a Sugar Glider
Sugar Gliders – Owning General Information Sugar gliders are small, nocturnal mammals that are usually active at night and sleep during the day. Like kangaroos, they are marsupials and possess a pouch in which the….