Summer Safety for Exotic Pets
Reptiles: Summer heat can easily push enclosure temps too high. Double-check thermometers and adjust lighting or heating elements accordingly. Avoid placing tanks or terrariums near sunny windows—glass can amplify the heat quickly. Maintain proper humidity (especially important for species like geckos, frogs, or chameleons). Birds: Birds can overheat in direct sunlight. Keep their cages out … Continued
Preparing Your Pet for their Annual Labwork
Here at Moorpark Vet, bloodwork is recommended annually starting at around six months of age for all pets. Additionally, urinalysis is recommended annually for all pets five years and older. It is in our pets’ best interest to check their internal organ function, complete blood count (CBC), electrolyte levels, and for heartworm disease and tick-borne … Continued
Keeping Your Pet Healthy Throughout the New Year
Preventative health care is a very important part of keeping your pet healthy all year-round. Check out our recommendations for meeting your pet’s health care needs and increasing the length and quality of their lives. Physical Examinations. Regular examinations can reduce the prence and impact of disease. During examinations, doctors check your pet from nose to tail … Continued