Exotic Animal Husbandry and Nutritional Counseling

Exotic Animal Husbandry and Nutritional Counseling 

Taking care of exotic animals can present numerous challenges for owners. In addition to finding skilled veterinary expertise for these special animals, you must also know how to give your exotics the proper food and environment for optimal health. But don't worry, because our veterinary team here at Peak Exotic Animal Veterinary Specialists is happy to provide professional exotic animal husbandry and nutritional counseling services.

What Is "Husbandry"?

The term "animal husbandry" applies broadly to the care, feeding, and environment of captive animals. It is a term commonly used for the care of farm animals or livestock, but exotic animal care has largely adopted this terminology as well. Animals kept in your household other than cats or dogs have particular needs that their owners must meet, from the proper size of the enclosure to clean bedding and comfortable temperatures.

Good hygiene and temperature/humidity monitoring is a critical aspect of exotic animal husbandry. Our clinic can advise you on how to maintain healthy conditions for your animals, no matter the species. We can also provide necessary preventative care in the form of wellness exams, vaccinations, and pest/parasite control.

Nutritional Needs of Exotic Animals

Exotic animals can have extremely precise and narrow nutritional requirements. For example, sugar gliders can develop serious bone problems if their diet contains the wrong ratio of phosphorus to calcium. Birds may love seeds, but a seed-only diet offers inadequate nutrition (and too much fat). Some reptiles happily eat plants or dead bugs, while others eat live rodents. Our team can recommend specific fresh/live foods, prepared products, and nutritional supplements to help your exotic pet stay healthy.

Contact Our Veterinary Team Today

If you need comprehensive assistance in caring for your exotic animal, our veterinary team at Peak Exotic Animal Veterinary Specialists can help. Contact our clinic today at (720)-637-1564 to schedule a consultation.