by petpack | Jul 1, 2019 | News
To follow on from our monthly theme of prophylactic desexing of exotic pets today we’re talking about reptiles! Many people don’t realise that reptiles can get reproductive problems, particularly the females. Snakes, lizards and turtles can all lay eggs (though not...
by petpack | Jun 27, 2019 | News
This week, we will be discussing the importance of desexing guinea pigs! Many people are often unaware that it is possible to desex guinea pigs, and that there are a number of health benefits to doing this at a younger age. Did you know that female guinea pigs can...
by petpack | Jun 11, 2019 | News
** CAUTION – some graphic images ahead** Hi everyone! This month we are going to talk to you all about the importance of de-sexing various exotic pets! Many people think that de-sexing procedures are only for dogs and cats but that isn’t true. We advise...
by petpack | May 10, 2019 | News
The cooler weather that comes with winter puts additional stressors on everyone’s bodies – including those of our pets! Some particular health issues that we see exacerbated with the cooler weather include: Arthritis: the cool weather can be hard on the joints, and...
by petpack | May 10, 2019 | News
There are a number of products sold for birds to help them stay warm – particularly sleeping bags such as ‘happy huts’ and snuggle buddies made of soft, fluffy materials. Although many birds enjoy having access to these they can pose a significant health risk. It is a...
by petpack | May 10, 2019 | News
Our small mammals (such as guinea pigs, rats and mice) generally much prefer our cooler temperatures over winter. In fact, summer is much more problematic! However, sudden changes and temperature extremes can still be problematic, particularly when we have a very...
