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Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 24, 2017

Kids and Pets: How to find the best fit

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 24, 2017
Kids and Pets: How to find the best fit

Some kids are going to be amazing pet owners and do a lot of work. Others will lose interest quickly.  If that’s a pet that requires a lot of attention and work, then this is not fair for anyone, especially the pet. Here are some tips for choosing the right pet for your family.

Tagged: Good Pets for Kids

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 24, 2017
Rats

Rats: The Super-Pet

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 24, 2017
Rats
Rats: The Super-Pet

When clients ask me about getting a first pet, I ask them a lot of questions about what kind of time they’ll have, whether they want a pet they can handle and cuddle with, and how many years they can commit to their pet.  This is especially important when kids are involved.

Tagged: Good Pets for Kids

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017

Own an exotic pet? Act fast if something is wrong.

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017
Own an exotic pet? Act fast if something is wrong.

Any pet owner should seek out a veterinarian if they notice a change in their pet’s appetite, activity level, or overall health.  With exotic pets, this can be a particularly time-sensitive issue.

Tagged: General Information

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017
Reptiles

Reptile Basics – Did the kid at the pet store have it right?

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017
Reptiles
Reptile Basics – Did the kid at the pet store have it right?

I happen to live and work near an extraordinary reptile shop where the staff are extremely knowledgeable.  Clients generally are told the correct way to care for their new reptile pet, whether it be a turtle or a lizard or a snake.  Then it’s up to the client to have paid attention and keep up the good work.

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017
Parrots, Birds

Is your parrot eating seeds? Time to rethink what’s in the bowl.

Dr. Sip Siperstein
May 23, 2017
Parrots, Birds
Is your parrot eating seeds? Time to rethink what’s in the bowl.

Did you know that most of our parrot species were not meant to be seed eaters?  Eating a seed diet is pretty much like eating fast-food French fries all day long, every day.  High on fat, low on all nutritional value.  It sure tastes amazing, but the body is going to pay.

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