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Advanced clinical services include: Referral service for all exotic species. Dedicated exotics wards. Full multi-disciplinary support. 24/7 hospitalisation for exotic species. Supporting established exotic services with expertise and access to facilities. Nursing teams trained in handling exotic pets. Managing of zoological collections.
Most vets are happy to see commonly kept small mammal species such as guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, rats, mice, chinchillas and degus. Many practices may have a particular vet who prefers seeing these “small furries”. Less commonly encountered exotic mammals include sugar gliders, pygmy hedgehogs, skunks, raccoons, marmoset ...
Exotic Species Home > Referrals > Specialist services > Exotic Species Specialists in Exotic Species are a rare breed themselves, and we are very fortunate to have a Specialist-led team at Highcroft Veterinary Referrals who see everything from rabbits and small furries to exotic mammals, birds, reptiles, invertebrates, ampibians and fish.
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Strictly speaking, even rabbits are classed as an exotic pet in veterinary terms, although the rise in popularity of rabbits as pets, a more thorough understanding of their needs and wellbeing and campaigns to raise the standard of rabbit care over the last 20 years in the UK have gone a long way towards changing this. These days, rabbits are proba...
Not enough is widely known about many of the animals listed above for vets to have built up the necessary experience and knowledge of them to be able to treat them effectively. Also, most veterinary practices are not equipped to treat unusual animals, and may not have the types of medications and treatments that they require. Vets are not trained i...
You may have to travel some distance to find a vet that is experienced in the treatment of your own exotic pet, and it is important to find one before the need for treatment arises. Some vets working in regular companion animal practices will have a special interest in one or more species of exotics, so it is always worth asking your own local vete...
Often, the best course of action for the owner of an exotic pet needing help to understand their care and health is to talk to other experienced owners and experts in the field. Breeders, owners and other laypeople who deal with a particular type of animal on a regular basis are often more likely to have a thorough understanding of their health and...
Exotic pets. Many people enjoy caring for and the company of exotic pets, from “small furries” such as rabbits and ferrets to birds, fish and reptiles. We are delighted to have Dr Mark Rowland in our team, a respected and highly regarded leader in the field of exotics. Mark founded the renowned exotics referral centre Trinity Veterinary ...
Welcome to Great Western Exotics. We’re here to help with anything your bird or exotic pet might need, whether it’s primary care, a specialised referral or an out-of-hours emergency. Leading exotics veterinary surgeons. A service tailored to you and your pet. Exceptional communication with you and your referring vet.
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Birds, such as parrots, cockatiels, budgies, canaries, chickens and ducks. Fish, such as goldfish, marine and freshwater aquarium fish, koi and pond species. Amphibians, such as frogs, toads and axolotls. Invertebrates, such as insects, spiders and snails. This list is not exhaustive and our exotic veterinary team would be happy to discuss any ...
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