Your bird’s beak is absolutely crucial to her health and well-being. Our feathered buddies use their beaks to play, eat, chew, and groom themselves. Keeping Polly’s beak is healthy is very important! Here, a Covington, GA vet discusses beak care. Common Problems Polly can develop several different problems with her beak. Overgrowth is a common one. This is when either the top or bottom part of a bird’s beak—usually the top—gets significantly longer than it … Read More
Is a bird going to be joining your household soon? Congratulations! Your new feathered friend will definitely brighten up your house with her charming vocalizations and cute antics. One thing that is crucial is making sure that Polly is comfortable in her cage. A local Covington, GA vet discusses setting up a birdcage in this article. Choosing The Cage Birds all have different housing requirements, so do some research on your pet’s breed and see … Read More
June 24th is Take Your Cat to Work Day! Of course, this holiday isn’t as widely known as Take Your Dog To Work Day. As it turns out, there may be a good reason for that. Fluffy may actually not be the best coworker. Read on as a Conyers, GA vet lists some reasons not to take your cat to work. Fluffy’s Comfort First and foremost, cats are always most at ease in their own … Read More
Are you looking for a pet that is cute and fun to watch, but unique? An exotic pet may be a great choice for you! Many different types of exotic pets are now available in pet stores nationwide. However, it’s always important to do a little research—and a lot of thinking—before adopting an animal. After all, adopting a pet is a lifetime commitment! Read on as a Covington, GA vet lists some things to consider … Read More
Are you looking for a pet that is small and cute, but a little unusual? If so, you may want to consider getting a hedgehog. A Conyers, GA vet discusses these adorable little pets below. Basics Hedgehogs usually live about 4-7 years. Although hedgehogs can be quite lovable and friendly if properly socialized, they are very timid by nature, and are easily scared. If your pet feels frightened, he may roll up into a little … Read More
Have you recently brought home a pet for the first time? Thinking of adding an animal companion to your household soon? Proper identification is key! Here, your Conyers, GA veterinarian goes over the basics of microchips for pets. What’s a Microchip? A microchip is a tiny computer chip on which a number is implanted electronically. This chip is housed inside a small glass capsule which is inserted under your pet’s skin. The chip’s number corresponds … Read More
Are you looking for a pet that is slightly unusual, but is fascinating to watch? If so, a reptile may be a good choice for you. While snakes and lizards certainly aren’t the right pets for everyone, they do have some great qualities that can make them wonderful animal companions. Read on as a Conyers, GA vet lists some great benefits of having a reptilian pet. Quiet One great thing about reptiles is that they … Read More