Exotic Vets for small animals, Reptiles, Birds and other Furry Pets
Locating the appropriate expertise for your exotic pet can pose a challenge. However, at Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre, we possess experience to provide optimal care for these unique animals, ranging from the tiniest mammal to the largest snake!
Preventative Care for Your Exotic Companion
- Neutering
- Dentistry
- Microchipping
- Ferret vasectomies
- Pre and post-hibernation checks for tortoises
- Dietary and husbandry advice
- Blood testing for general health and infectious disease screening (e.g., PBFD in birds)
- Post-purchase check-ups
- Annual health assessments
- Faecal testing
Exotics Advice
Regrettably, even with the owner's best intentions, our experience indicates that up to 95% of diseases in exotic pets result from improper husbandry.
To address this concern, Leadon Vale Veterinary Centre is delighted to provide guidance on the proper diet for your cherished macaw, ways to enrich the environment for your red-eared terrapin, or ensure suitable housing for your chameleon, we are here to assist you.
Exotic Pets commonly include:
- Fish
- Birds (birds of prey, parrots, psittacine, cockatiels)
- Reptiles (tortoises, terrapins, snakes, lizards)
- Mammals (ferrets and other mustelids, rodents, marsupials)
- Amphibians (frogs, newts)
- Arthropods (spiders, snails)
For more information on how we can help your exotic pet, please contact us.