Small Animal Articles
Helpful articles that cover everything from the basics of caring for a variety of animal species to more detailed discussions about specific health conditions, treatments, and procedures. Whether you are a new pet owner looking for guidance on everyday care or someone seeking deeper insight into veterinary medicine, these resources provide reliable, easy-to-understand information. Our articles are designed to help you make informed decisions about your pet’s health while strengthening the knowledge and confidence needed to support their well-being at every stage of life.
General Husbandry of Caged Birds
Proper husbandry for caged birds includes safe housing, balanced nutrition, enrichment, hygiene, and close monitoring for signs of illness.
Inclusion Body Disease in Boas and Pythons
Learn about inclusion body disease (IBD) in boas and pythons, including how it spreads, common signs, and steps snake owners can take to help prevent infection.
Maternally Acquired Intestinal Parasites in Puppies
Many puppies are born with intestinal parasites from their mother, making early testing, treatment, and good hygiene essential to protect pets and people.
Pet Wellness: An Overview of Keeping Your Pet Healthy
Learn what pet wellness includes, from exams and nutrition to vaccines, parasite prevention, and dental care for lifelong health.
Ringworm
Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection that spreads between pets and people, causing circular skin lesions and requiring treatment and environmental cleaning.
Shedding in Reptiles
Learn about shedding in reptiles, including what normal shedding looks like, common causes of shedding problems, and when to seek veterinary care.
Care for Sugar Gliders
Learn about sugar glider care, including diet, housing, behavior, preventive care, common health concerns, and what owners should know.
Tapeworms
Tapeworms are intestinal parasites spread by fleas in dogs and cats, causing rice-like segments near the anus and requiring medication and flea control.
Valley Fever (coccidioidomycosis) in Dogs
Valley Fever is a fungal infection from contaminated soil in arid regions that dogs inhale, causing respiratory illness and sometimes spreading to bones or other organs.
