Mammals
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Congratulations on the newest addition to your family! Based upon your description, there is a good possibility that your guinea pig has an upper respiratory infection (URI) and should be examined soon for appropriate treatment. These infections are primarily bacterial in...

Rabbits can certainly have a decrease in appetite due to stress such as moving. Other causes such as dental disease, underlying discomfort or pain, etc. can also cause a decrease in appetite. I would always advise a physical exam with...

The safest flea treatments for rabbits are Advantage (original formula, NOT Advantix) and Revolution.  Advantage can be used monthly and is available over-the-counter.  Revolution is also a treatment for intestinal parasites and ear mites in rabbits, but for fleas it...

Dear Rachel, I agree that most breeders do not sell baby buns until at least 4-6 weeks of age. But if they are eating well, I would not add in formula feeding or extra vitamins which are not very close...

Yes we do. We would always recommend a full examination prior to surgery to ensure that your rabbit is healthy and doing well before going forward with general anesthesia and surgery.  Once we are sure that he/she is doing well,...

Pebble Creek Animal Hospital‘s Dr. Borderieux explains why your rabbit should get regular wellness exams.