With changing lifestyles exotic pets are becoming much more popular, often replacing the traditional dog or cat. We can provide advice on general husbandry as well as treatment for most of the more unusual species encountered, based on many years of personal experience.

Scroll down to find husbandry and nutrition information for a variety of exotic species.

Dr Vladislav Ivanov DVM GPCert(ExAP) MRCVS

The management and treating of exotic pets and wildlife has become one of the main interests of Vlad Ivanov’s veterinary career. Vlad is particularly keen on reptiles and wildlife but the more unusual your pet, the more interested he is to see it!

After months of hard work and studying he was awarded a Certificate in Exotic Animal Practice in 2021.

Reptiles & Birds

Please click below to download an information and advice sheet.

Bearded dragon care
Leopard gecko care
budgie care
Canary care
Cockateil care
Parrot care
Parrot disease
formulated diets

Turtles & tortoises

Please select a tile to download a detailed information sheet courtesy of the Tortoise Trust. For a wealth of further guidance, please visit the Tortoise Trust website.

Caring for tortoises
Baby tortoises
Surface Pond advice
Flower-back box turtle
African Spurred Tortoise
Elongated Tortoise
Hinge-back tortoise
Indian star tortoise
Leopard tortoise
Ornate box tortoise

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