This episode is focused on another condition more common in exotics, usually reptiles. Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (formerly known as Metabolic Bone Disease) is a problem of proper calcium utilization. It's an interesting, and unfortunately common disease encountered in reptiles. Fortunately, it's preventable with proper lighting and nutritional supplements. For most episodes, we share images on social media to supplement the information we share. Instagram: @beyondtheba...
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This episode is focused on another condition more common in exotics, usually reptiles. Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (formerly known as Metabolic Bone Disease) is a problem of proper calcium utilization. It's an interesting, and unfortunately common disease encountered in reptiles. Fortunately, it's preventable with proper lighting and nutritional supplements. For most episodes, we share images on social media to supplement the information we share. Instagram: @beyondtheba...
Episode 13 - GI Stasis in Herbivores, Part One: Don't Sit Still!
Beyond the Back
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1 year ago
Episode 13 - GI Stasis in Herbivores, Part One: Don't Sit Still!
This is part one of a 2-part episode on our little herbivore friends. Their anatomy and physiology is really cool and interesting, so you'll enjoy this episode even if you don't have one for a pet! GI stasis in rabbits, Guinea pigs, and chinchillas is a serious concern with many possible causes. In part one, we'll explain how these animals are a bit different and how that creates digestive issues in the first place. For most episodes, we share images on social media to supplement the inform...
Beyond the Back
This episode is focused on another condition more common in exotics, usually reptiles. Nutritional Secondary Hyperparathyroidism (formerly known as Metabolic Bone Disease) is a problem of proper calcium utilization. It's an interesting, and unfortunately common disease encountered in reptiles. Fortunately, it's preventable with proper lighting and nutritional supplements. For most episodes, we share images on social media to supplement the information we share. Instagram: @beyondtheba...
