Our site provides useful, practical medical and husbandry information about non-human primates (monkeys and prosimians), small mammals (rabbits, marsupials, rodents, ferrets), birds, reptiles and amphibians, and fish, written by a board certified avian veterinarian with 25 years of experience with these exotic species.

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ALERT!!  The National Pet Foundation - maintains an updated pet food recall list. More foods are still being added!!

Have Some Fun!  The Yamaha Motor Company offers "Rare Animals of the World" in the form of paper craft models!

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Small World Zoological Gardens
is dedicated to the captive conservation of marmosets and tamarins.
It is a non-profit charitable organization under IRS 501C3 status,
so all donations are tax deductible.

  Military Pets FOSTER Project

 Last Updated: May 14, 2008

 
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The American Red Cross offers several resources for pet owners, including information on pet safety and disaster preparedness, and a course on Pet First Aid. Check their website for a course being offered in your area.

An Important Notice  
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