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Philippine Sailfin Lizard
The Philippine sailfin lizard (Hydrosaurus pustulatus) is the largest agamid, famed for the tall sail on its tail; semi-aquatic and IUCN Vulnerable, it is a challenging but rewarding advanced keeper's lizard.
Silver Arowana
The silver arowana (Osteoglossum bicirrhosum) is a large, dragon-shaped fish named for its silver scales; adults reach 90–100 cm. It needs a big covered tank, plenty of light, and a meat-based diet of shrimp, fish and insects.
Poecilotheria pederseni
Poecilotheria pederseni, the Pedersen's Ornamental, is an arboreal tarantula from Sri Lanka's rainforests, fast, defensive, and highly venomous. Recommended only for very experienced keepers, it is a popular but challenging member of the ornamental group.
Philippen’s Stripe-necked Turtle
Philippen's Stripe-necked Turtle (Ocadia philippeni) is a large striped-neck turtle endemic to Hainan, China, resembling the Chinese stripe-necked turtle but with a larger carapace. Sensitive to temperature swings, it is omnivorous and fairly easy to keep, though wild individuals are scarce and often mislabeled as the Chinese stripe-necked turtle.
Ridged-tailed Monitor
The ridged-tailed monitor (Varanus primordius) is a stocky, mainly terrestrial monitor from Australia with three recognized subspecies, reaching 60-70 cm in length. Males are notably heavier than females, and it remains an uncommon subject in captivity.
Fox Snake
The fox snake (Pantherophis vulpinus) is a North American colubrid named for the fox-like musk its glands release when disturbed. A harmless, non-venomous constrictor found near the Great Lakes, it is an uncommon and somewhat specialist pet.
Canine and Feline Seborrheic Dermatitis: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Seborrheic dermatitis is a disorder of skin lipid metabolism in dogs and cats, producing dry scales, greasy sebum buildup, or inflamed crusted skin. It may be primary (often hereditary) or secondary to parasites, infection, or endocrine disease such as hypothyroidism.
Tenosynovitis in Dogs and Cats: Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
Tenosynovitis is inflammation of the synovial sheath around a tendon, most often in the carpal and digital flexor sheaths from overuse, friction, or injury. It causes a warm, painful, fluid-filled swelling and lameness that can progress to cellulitis or sepsis if untreated. Treatment mirrors tendonitis, with drainage for acute fluid build-up.
Warfarin (Anticoagulant Rodenticide) Poisoning in Dogs and Cats
Warfarin is an anticoagulant rodenticide that blocks vitamin K, so poisoned pets bleed internally and may die suddenly or bruise easily. Vitamin K1 and, in severe cases, transfusion are the core treatments.
Pet-Safe Houseplants That Are Non-Toxic to Cats and Dogs
Both pets and plants bring life to a home, but many plants can be risky for furry friends. Here are safe, non-toxic options you can grow alongside your cat or dog.