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Surgery in reptiles: Case studies (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

Reptile surgery can be very complicated. Luckily in this day and age of reptile medicine, we are afforded several options for anesthetic as well as surgical techniques.

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Dealing with GI problems (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

Gastrointestinal problems are by far one of the most common problems that initiate a visit to the vet for the pet rabbit.

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Cloacal disorders and diseases (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

The cloaca is a complex structure in the avian patient. Its primary function is the retention and expulsion of intestinal, reproductive, and urinary products.

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Common parasitic diseases of reptiles and amphibians (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

In this presentation we will discuss the various groupings of parasites seen infesting reptiles & amphibians, how to identify them and thoughts on proper treatment to rid the hosts of these parasites.

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How to introduce avian and exotic patients to your practice (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

Deciding to open your practice to seeing avian and exotic patients is definitely a great idea. Avian and exotic pets are growing in numbers and people are just as, and sometimes even more attached to them as others are to their pet dogs and cats.

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Surgical considerations (Proceedings)

October 1, 2008

Since rabbits are a highly sensitive prey species, a very conscientious effort needs to be made to reduce stress, pain and any other factors that could be a detriment to their health in the peri-operative period.

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FDA drops prairie dog restrictions

September 20, 2008

Rockville, Md. -- Since no new cases of monkeypox have been reported in the United States since an outbreak in 2003, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to lift its restrictions on prairie dogs and certain African rodents.

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Idea Exchange: A tip for monitoring pocket pets' heart rates

September 1, 2008

At our hospital, we perform few exotic or pocket pet surgeries, but when we do, we have struggled with monitoring these patients' heart rates.

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Texas bird course will educate and raise funds for parrot research

August 29, 2008

College Station, Texas -- A course originally sponsored to raise money for parrot research will do that and much more when it begins in January 2009.

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