EXOTIC CAT VET

Examples of Tests Offered:

• COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC): A CBC is great laboratory tool that allows a veterinarian to “peek” inside your bird. By assessing the variety of blood parameters we can detect infections, viral diseases, blood parasites, response to disease, and states of anemia to name a few. This test can be done in our office at the time of your bird’s exam to aid in our ability to assess your pet’s health.
• BLOOD PROFILING: A blood profile or serum chemistry series is a group of blood tests used to assess various organ functions or disease states. Kidney function, liver abnormalities, pancreatic disease are but a few of the conditions a blood profile can help evaluate.
• SEROLOGIC TESTING/SPECIFIC DISEASE TESTS:
  Serologic tests use a combination of technologies (including state-of-the-art DNA probe tests) to screen your pet for the presence of various contagious diseases. Some examples of common tests used are:

• CHLAMYDIA TESTING: Chlamydia, or parrot fever, is a contagious bacterial disease of birds that is also potentially contagious to humans. A variety of symptoms can be displayed and some birds can be healthy acting carriers. Although a culture is the “gold standard” for testing, a number of different tests are available to use in different situations to screen for this important disease.
• PBFD: Psittacine beak and feather disease is a viral disease capable of infecting a wide variety of bird species. This potentially fatal disease can progress slowly or rapidly and involve a range of feather and beak lesions. Although no cure is currently available, this test can be used to help screen for the presence or absence of this disease in your pet.
• POLYOMA: Polyoma virus is another potentially devastating disease of pet birds that has a variety of presentations and outcomes. Lesions can involve feathers or cause widespread tissue destruction and acute illness. Testing as well as a vaccine is available for this disease.
• PACHECO’S: Pacheco’s disease is a highly infective herpes virus of birds. Disease can be rapid, widespread, and fatal or sporadic with asymptomatic carriers. DNA testing is now available to help detect and prevent this catastrophic disease.

Exotic Cat Dental Care

We provide dental care to keep your cat’s teeth and gums in good condition. Tooth abnormality’s and infections usually require veterinary attention. Regular dental care is the best way to prevent problems. If you already have a problem, we have the expertise to treat it.

Guinea Pig Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Surgical Procedures

Guinea Pig Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Surgical Procedures

Our goal is to keep your pet healthy and prevent illness. If your pet is injured or ill, rest assured that we have the tools necessary to diagnose the problem and offer state-of-the-art treatment. From blood testing and radiographs to ultrasound and endoscopy, we have the means to track down your pets’ problems. Once the problem is uncovered we have the expertise, equipment, and the years of experience needed to provide the therapy or surgical procedures required to help our patients.

Exotic Cat Laboratory Testing/Blood Work

We perform all necessary laboratory testing and blood work to diagnose potential problems. Testing is often a critical component in detecting illness and diagnosing your exotic animal so we can immediately begin proper treatment.

Parasites can cause not only discomfort but also illness that may become fatal if not treated. We provide parasite control for internal and external parasites in order to keep your exotic cat pest free. A simple parasite program will eliminate worries.

Exotic Cat Parasite Control & Prevention