Exotic Care at Acre View

"Nontraditional" pets have become very popular and they, as much as our dogs and cats, are valued family members and far from "throw-away pets". We are happy to counsel with new exotics owners about diet, husbandry and common disease related to any new exotic pet.  Rodents and rabbits are by far the most popular exotic pets. In general, husbandry is so very important for both the day to day comfort of the pet as well as its longevity. One example is that rodents are thigmotrophic; they prefer an environment that provides close physical contact. However, overcrowding can lead to other problems, so good balance is important. Some may not think hay is important for rabbits, chinchillas and guinea pigs but it definitely is.  Hay as part of the diet is important for good tooth maintenance as well as GI stasis. It can help eliminate hairballs.  Ferrets are not small cats and should not be fed cat or kitten food.  Keeping abreast on the latest information and recommendations regarding exotics is our business and we take it seriously.

* We do not see birds, primates, reptiles, amphibians,

pot bellied pigs, fish or wildlife.

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