AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SAN DIEGO, CA The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction.

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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SAN DIEGO, CA The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction.

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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

CARE AND HEALTH INFO The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ON THE COVER

Dr. Jenkins and the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital are on the cover of the May 2013 edition of San Diego Pets Magazine. You can find San Diego Pets Magazine in most San Diego area pet stores, animal boarding facilities, and even many grocery stores. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Lora Your advise is good with the warning that treats high in simple sugars (these would include bananas, carrots and grapes) are MUCH more likely to cause GI upsets and potentially life threatening diarrheas than treats with complex sugars (leafy green vegetables, apple slices, peppers, pieces of uncooked squash, etc.), or non-carbohydrate treats such as unsalted, shelled, sun flower ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SAN DIEGO, CA The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction.

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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL, SAN DIEGO, CA The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction.

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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

CARE AND HEALTH INFO The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ON THE COVER

Dr. Jenkins and the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital are on the cover of the May 2013 edition of San Diego Pets Magazine. You can find San Diego Pets Magazine in most San Diego area pet stores, animal boarding facilities, and even many grocery stores. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Lora Your advise is good with the warning that treats high in simple sugars (these would include bananas, carrots and grapes) are MUCH more likely to cause GI upsets and potentially life threatening diarrheas than treats with complex sugars (leafy green vegetables, apple slices, peppers, pieces of uncooked squash, etc.), or non-carbohydrate treats such as unsalted, shelled, sun flower ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ON THE COVER

Dr. Jenkins and the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital are on the cover of the May 2013 edition of San Diego Pets Magazine. You can find San Diego Pets Magazine in most San Diego area pet stores, animal boarding facilities, and even many grocery stores. CARE AND FEEDING OF FERRETS Diet. Ferrets are consummate carnivores and require a diet high in animal source proteins and high in fats. We recommend that one of the following diets be fed: Mazuri (Purina Mills) Ferret formula, Totally Ferret, Bandit Brand (Marshall Farms) Ferret food, Sheppard and Green ferret food, Science Diet Kitten formula, or Iams Kitten formula. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS Bedding. Rats enjoy having fresh litter to play in. One of the best beddings available is called Carefresh. It is a newspaper-based bedding and is very soft and absorbent. Pine and cedar shavings are not recommended because, although they smell nice to humans, they contain toxins that may cause upper respiratory infections in rodents. PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Feeding. The basic chinchilla diet consists of a small amount of chinchilla pellets, along with a good quality grass hay. If chinchilla pellets are difficult to find, they can be substituted with rabbit or guinea pig pellets. Be sure the food stays fresh and clean. Chinchillas can be offered treats of fresheafy green vegetables kept

to a minimum.

CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. SERVICES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

CARE AND HEALTH INFO The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

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ON THE COVER

Dr. Jenkins and the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital are on the cover of the May 2013 edition of San Diego Pets Magazine. You can find San Diego Pets Magazine in most San Diego area pet stores, animal boarding facilities, and even many grocery stores. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS Bedding. Rats enjoy having fresh litter to play in. One of the best beddings available is called Carefresh. It is a newspaper-based bedding and is very soft and absorbent. Pine and cedar shavings are not recommended because, although they smell nice to humans, they contain toxins that may cause upper respiratory infections in rodents. CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Lora Your advise is good with the warning that treats high in simple sugars (these would include bananas, carrots and grapes) are MUCH more likely to cause GI upsets and potentially life threatening diarrheas than treats with complex sugars (leafy green vegetables, apple slices, peppers, pieces of uncooked squash, etc.), or non-carbohydrate treats such as unsalted, shelled, sun flower AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

DISEASES OF SMALL PASSERINE BIRDS 4. Signs – debilitation, “shriveling and staining yellow of the. fledglings,” difficulty molting, non-digested seed in droppings. 5. Necropsy – Intestine w/ yellow suspension (amylum) and. non-digested seed. 6. Diagnosis – based on findings flagellates in fresh,

body-warm feces. 7.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

ON THE COVER

Dr. Jenkins and the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital are on the cover of the May 2013 edition of San Diego Pets Magazine. You can find San Diego Pets Magazine in most San Diego area pet stores, animal boarding facilities, and even many grocery stores. CARE AND FEEDING OF FERRETS Diet. Ferrets are consummate carnivores and require a diet high in animal source proteins and high in fats. We recommend that one of the following diets be fed: Mazuri (Purina Mills) Ferret formula, Totally Ferret, Bandit Brand (Marshall Farms) Ferret food, Sheppard and Green ferret food, Science Diet Kitten formula, or Iams Kitten formula. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS Bedding. Rats enjoy having fresh litter to play in. One of the best beddings available is called Carefresh. It is a newspaper-based bedding and is very soft and absorbent. Pine and cedar shavings are not recommended because, although they smell nice to humans, they contain toxins that may cause upper respiratory infections in rodents. PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Feeding. The basic chinchilla diet consists of a small amount of chinchilla pellets, along with a good quality grass hay. If chinchilla pellets are difficult to find, they can be substituted with rabbit or guinea pig pellets. Be sure the food stays fresh and clean. Chinchillas can be offered treats of fresheafy green vegetables kept

to a minimum.

CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

CARE AND HEALTH INFO The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CARE AND FEEDING OF FERRETS Diet. Ferrets are consummate carnivores and require a diet high in animal source proteins and high in fats. We recommend that one of the following diets be fed: Mazuri (Purina Mills) Ferret formula, Totally Ferret, Bandit Brand (Marshall Farms) Ferret food, Sheppard and Green ferret food, Science Diet Kitten formula, or Iams Kitten formula. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS Bedding. Rats enjoy having fresh litter to play in. One of the best beddings available is called Carefresh. It is a newspaper-based bedding and is very soft and absorbent. Pine and cedar shavings are not recommended because, although they smell nice to humans, they contain toxins that may cause upper respiratory infections in rodents. ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

CARE AND FEEDING OF BEARDED DRAGONS AND UROMASTYX Bearded dragons plant products and insects. Juvenile Bearded Dragons should be fed crickets, silk worms, mealworms, wax worms and other various insects at least 3-4 times weekly. Most juvenile lizards favor insects over plant matter. Adult diets include 60-75% of leafy greens, such as mustard greens, collard greens, kale, endive, and spinach. CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Lora Your advise is good with the warning that treats high in simple sugars (these would include bananas, carrots and grapes) are MUCH more likely to cause GI upsets and potentially life threatening diarrheas than treats with complex sugars (leafy green vegetables, apple slices, peppers, pieces of uncooked squash, etc.), or non-carbohydrate treats such as unsalted, shelled, sun flower AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN SAN DIEGO SPECIALIZEDABOUT USSERVICESCARE & HEALTH INFOPHOTO GALLERYFORMSCONTACT Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital. The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. ABOUT US | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M. Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs.

Dr.

COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES Nebulization of medication and or humidification will benefit some patients. Upper airway obstructions are common avian emergencies. Inhaled foreign bodies (e.g., millet seeds inhaled by cockatiels), fungal and bacterial granuloma at the syrinx and glottal papillomas may result in near total to total obstruction. RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

FORMS | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CONTACT | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Call (619) 260-1412Listen to the message for instructions. Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital. 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego, CA 92110. Phone: (619) 260-1412. Fax: (619) 260-1499. Map and Directions.

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

FERRETS: INSULINOMA

CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend most of their time searching CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Daytime temperatures should range between 85-95 degrees with a basking site of 110-115 degrees. Nighttime temperatures should not drop below 70-75 degrees and a “hide box” in at 80-85 degrees for growing hatchlings. Iguanas should be provided fourteen hours of daylight, and

ten hours of

RESOURCES | AVIAN AND EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL Resources. The following links lead to businesses or organizations that in one way or another promote high quality care and management of exotic animals. While the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital does not directly endorse or support these sites, we feel that they maintain high standards and are worthy of mention. Local Bird Clubs and

Organizations.

CARE AND HEALTH INFO The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom

COMMON QUESTIONS

Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital 1276 Morena Blvd. San Diego,California 92110 Telephone: (619) 260-1412 Fax: (619) 260-1499

Map and Directions

CARE AND FEEDING OF FERRETS Diet. Ferrets are consummate carnivores and require a diet high in animal source proteins and high in fats. We recommend that one of the following diets be fed: Mazuri (Purina Mills) Ferret formula, Totally Ferret, Bandit Brand (Marshall Farms) Ferret food, Sheppard and Green ferret food, Science Diet Kitten formula, or Iams Kitten formula. CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Feeding. There are many false ideas about just what a rabbit should be fed. The diet we recommend here at our hospital is an unlimited quantity of fresh hay, and one cup of fresh leafy green vegetables per 5 pounds body weight . A very small amount of rabbit pellets (no more than 2-4 tablespoons per day per rabbit). PAIN AND THE AVIAN PATIENT Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient is in pain are as follows: Would the

inciting

CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS Bedding. Rats enjoy having fresh litter to play in. One of the best beddings available is called Carefresh. It is a newspaper-based bedding and is very soft and absorbent. Pine and cedar shavings are not recommended because, although they smell nice to humans, they contain toxins that may cause upper respiratory infections in rodents. ENERGY REQUIRED FOR THE AVIAN PATIENT * Modified from Quesenbery KE, Mauldin G, Hillyer E. Nutritional support of the Avian Patient Proc Assoc Avian Vet, Seattle, 1989, pp. 11-19. ** Resting or maintenance metabolic rate (MR), W is the animals body weight in kg, K is a theoretical constant (for calculation of MR

in kcals).

CARE AND FEEDING OF BEARDED DRAGONS AND UROMASTYX Bearded dragons plant products and insects. Juvenile Bearded Dragons should be fed crickets, silk worms, mealworms, wax worms and other various insects at least 3-4 times weekly. Most juvenile lizards favor insects over plant matter. Adult diets include 60-75% of leafy greens, such as mustard greens, collard greens, kale, endive, and spinach. CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Lora Your advise is good with the warning that treats high in simple sugars (these would include bananas, carrots and grapes) are MUCH more likely to cause GI upsets and potentially life threatening diarrheas than treats with complex sugars (leafy green vegetables, apple slices, peppers, pieces of uncooked squash, etc.), or non-carbohydrate treats such as unsalted, shelled, sun flower

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CARE AND HEALTH INFO CONTACT AND APPOINTMENT INFO AVIAN & EXOTIC ANIMAL HOSPITAL The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and “exotic” animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF SERVICES: * Routine medical care

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WE TREAT A WIDE VARIETY OF ANIMALS * Birds of all kinds, large and small * Rabbits, rodents, ferrets * Hedgehogs, sugar gliders and other “small companion pets”

* Small primates

* Small exotic cats

* Reptiles and Amphibian

* Fish

* Insects and spiders

* Wildlife

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9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY Call (619) 260-1412 and listen to the message for instructions. COMMON AVIAN EMERGENCIES The critically ill avian patient The most commonly presented avian emergency is that of the critically ill bird. Most often these are birds are found on the bottom of the cage with little if any history of prior signs of illness. The symptoms, visual examination, and initial diagnostics will often ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF RABBITS Rabbits are much more social than people think. For generations, people have pictured rabbits outside in a backyard hutch, due to their habit of defecating whenever they feel the need. On the contrary, rabbits can be trained to use a litter box, just like a cat. This new

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CARE & FEEDING OF HEDGEHOGS The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of  two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). Hedgehogs are classified as insectivorous and in the wild spend ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF FERRETS When they are very young Vaccinations  Kits (young ferrets) should be vaccinated for distemper at 8,* 12 and 16 weeks of age then at one year of age. Reactions to the licenced distemper vaccine are common. Discuss the benefits and risks of vaccination and observe your ferret in the veterinarian's ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF CHINCHILLAS Chinchillas make wildly amusing, playful, as well as loveable pets. A chinchilla with good diet and husbandry can remain in your family anywhere for over 20 years with average life spans over 10 years. The average male chinchilla weighs between 400-500 grams, while the females can reach 600 grams. Chinchillas ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF BEARDED DRAGONS AND UROMASTYX The bearded dragon and the uromastyx are recognized as wonderful pets due to their calm, easy to handle, domestic nature. Full grown, these lizards may reach one foot in length, making them a moderate and reasonable size. Both the bearded dragon and the uromastyx are colorful, and can be extremely ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF RATS "Why a rat?" is one of the most common questions pet owners are asked when showing off their pets. Some of the answers include the fact that rats are highly intelligent, loving and very social pets. They enjoy being with "their people" as well as with other rats. Many owners ...

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CARE AND FEEDING OF IGUANAS Iguanas are one of the most popular reptiles purchased from pet shops today. This animal can grow anywhere from 4-6 feet in length, reaching a weight of 10-15 pounds. On average, they live 12-15 years in captivity, however they can live over 20 years if care for properly.

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