Posts in Category: Health & Wellness October 9, 2025 by South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital Recognizing Signs of Illness in Exotic Pets as Weather Changes As temperatures drop and days grow shorter, many exotic pets experience subtle shifts in their health and behavior. Birds, reptiles, small mammals, and other exotic pets can be sensitive to seasonal transitions, and fall is a critical time to watch for early signs of illness. Understanding what’s normal (and what’s not) could make all the […] Read More Which Foods Are Safe for Exotic Pets at Summer BBQs? 10 Do’s and Don’ts Who says exotic animals can’t be the life of the party at your summer BBQ or other family gathering? If you’ve got a socialite for a spider monkey or a leftover loving lemur, you’ll want to keep reading for our team’s tips on exotic pet-safe foods and BBQ dangers for exotic pets. Read More 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 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