We can't wait to meet your exotic pets as well.  Dr. Pulins sees birds, reptiles, and small mammals.  We can also introduce you to our resident clinic exotic pet, Gloria (her cage is behind the counter in the waiting room).

Having your exotic pet examined by a veterinarian can be very helpful for your pet’s quality of life and to avoid the heartache of a possible premature loss.  Most exotic pets do not need annual vaccines for contagious disease protection; yet a yearly examination can help detect minor or early illnesses (which can worsen with time), monitor their weight trends, and screen for parasites on the skin and in the digestive system.  Nutrition, lighting, temperatures, and caging needs all can be addressed proactively before any unwanted negative effects take place.   

Most exotics tend to hide their illnesses until they are very advanced in course, so addressing any changes early and promptly can lower the chances of a experiencing a catastrophe or an incurable condition.  For some pets, such as birds, the entire first year of life in a “new” home can stress their immune system (even in ideal conditions!), lowering their ability to fight off infections and other illnesses.