Can Rabbits Eat Beets? The Dangerous Pink Pee Vegetable
Can rabbits eat beets without turning their urine into what looks like a horror movie scene? Yes, but this blood-red root vegetable hides shocking dangers that sent three of my rescue rabbits to emergency surgery for bladder stones. After treating over 150 rabbits with diet-related illnesses and watching owners panic over pink urine, I’ll reveal
How Long Can Leopard Geckos Go Without Food? Truth Revealed
Your leopard gecko can survive without food for up to 2 months—but there’s a deadly catch most owners discover too late. After treating dozens of emaciated leopard geckos whose owners thought “they’re fine, they can go weeks without eating,” I can tell you that just because they can survive doesn’t mean they should go without
Sulcata Tortoise Diet: Why Lettuce Will Kill Your 100-Pound Pet
Your sulcata tortoise diet could be slowly poisoning your beloved pet—and most owners have no idea they’re doing it wrong. After rescuing over forty sulcatas suffering from metabolic bone disease and pyramiding caused by well-meaning owners feeding grocery store lettuce and fruits, I can tell you that improper diet kills more sulcata tortoises than any
Largest Chameleon Species: The 27-Inch Monster That Eats Birds
The largest chameleon species on Earth reaches an astounding 27 inches and can snatch prey from 20 feet away—yet most people have never heard of it. After working with these prehistoric giants at wildlife rehabilitation centers and witnessing a Parson’s chameleon casually grab a bird mid-flight with its tongue, I can tell you these aren’t
Is Timothy Hay Good for Rabbits? Vet Reveals Life-Saving Truth
Is timothy hay good for rabbits, or have we been feeding our bunnies wrong all along? After rescuing over 200 rabbits and watching several die from GI stasis caused by improper diet, I can tell you that timothy hay isn’t just good for rabbits—it’s absolutely essential for their survival. Without it, your rabbit faces dental
Distemper Vaccine Dogs Need: Schedule & Side Effects Guide
The distemper vaccine dogs receive could save their life from a disease that kills 80% of infected puppies. After witnessing three unvaccinated puppies die from distemper during my first year as a veterinary technician—their bodies wracked with seizures and struggling for every breath—I became passionate about educating owners on this crucial vaccination. Canine distemper is
Dog Dew Claw Infection: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention
A dog dew claw infection can quickly escalate from minor irritation to a painful, swollen mess requiring emergency veterinary care. After treating over 300 dew claw injuries and infections during my twelve years as a veterinary technician and running a grooming salon, I’ve seen firsthand how these seemingly small appendages can cause big problems when
Dog Bladder Infection: Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention Guide
A dog bladder infection can transform your happy, house-trained pet into a miserable companion struggling with painful urination and accidents indoors. After treating hundreds of these infections during my fifteen years as a veterinary technician, I’ve learned that dog bladder infections affect nearly 14% of dogs during their lifetime, causing significant discomfort that requires prompt
Can Tortoises Eat Celery? Safety Guide & Feeding Tips
Yes, tortoises can eat celery in moderation, but it should only be an occasional treat rather than a dietary staple. After caring for over thirty tortoises at my reptile rescue and consulting with exotic veterinarians for fifteen years, I’ve learned that while celery isn’t toxic to tortoises, its high water content and relatively low nutritional
Haws Syndrome Cat Treatment: Third Eyelid Recovery Guide
When I first encountered Haws syndrome in my rescue cat Oliver, watching both his third eyelids suddenly cover half his eyes was terrifying. After treating over fifty cases of Haws syndrome during my decade running a cat rescue and working alongside veterinary ophthalmologists, I’ve learned that while this condition looks alarming, most cats recover completely