Our Blog The Best Diets for Exotic Pets: 6 Nutrition Tips for Reptiles, Birds, and Small Mammals Our dedicated pet owners at South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital know that nutrition for birds and small pets is important. Choosing an exotic pet diet can be difficult, but our team has some nutrition tips to share to make it a little easier. Read More Caring for Exotic Pets in the Texas Heat: Tips for Keeping Your Animals Cool As Temperatures Climb When the temperatures rise in Texas, so does the need for a little extra TLC for our pets. South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital wants to be sure that you don't forget about keeping exotic animals cool, too before the weather gets too warm. Read More Nutritional Needs of Exotic Pets: What You Need to Know At South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital, we know the animals we treat. We also know that one of the most important things that you can do for your pets is to provide them proper nutrition. Exotic pet nutrition can be a little involved, and every species is different. Feeding exotic pets correctly, though, is […] Read More Recognizing Signs of Illness in Exotic Birds: When to Seek Veterinary Care Animals, in particular birds, have a remarkable ability to cover up signs of illness. This survival instinct helps them avoid appearing vulnerable in the wild, but poses a challenge for their caretakers. For those of us who love and care for birds, recognizing bird health symptoms is crucial. At South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital, […] Read More Winter Care Tips for Exotic Pets: How to Keep Reptiles, Birds, and Small Mammals Comfortable As temperatures drop in the winter, most of us think about how this might affect our furry, four-legged friends. But the cold affects all types of pets, especially exotic animals like reptiles, birds, and small mammals. These animals can be more vulnerable to the cold than you might expect. This is why it’s so important […] Read More Preparing Your Pet for Holiday Guests: Reducing Stress and Anxiety The holiday season is a time for celebration, family gatherings, and social events—for humans, anyway. But for many pets, the season can be a time of increased stress and anxiety. Whether it’s the swarm of unfamiliar faces in their home or changes in their routine, pets can struggle to cope with the holidays. If you […] Read More