FOX VET

Fox Veterinarian Serving Ohio

Pet foxes have specific needs that must be met to ensure they remain healthy. Our fox vet, Dr. Riggs, has over 30 years of experience treating foxes and exotic mammals. We provide full healthcare treatment for foxes. The fennec fox is the smallest species, and most commonly kept as a pet. We treat all breeds of foxes, including fennec foxes, red foxes and arctic foxes. In order to keep your pet healthy and happy, we provide the following fox veterinarian services:

Fox Wellness Exams

Wellness Exams are effective at detecting illness and disease early on to start a treatment plan before it progresses to an unmanageable level. The earlier a problem is detected, the greater the chances are of correcting it. We recommend wellness exams once a year to keep your fox in optimal health.

Examples of Tests Offered:

  • COMPLETE BLOOD COUNT (CBC): A CBC is great laboratory tool that allows a veterinarian to “peek” inside your bird. By assessing the variety of blood parameters we can detect infections, viral diseases, blood parasites, response to disease, and states of anemia to name a few. This test can be done in our office at the time of your bird’s exam to aid in our ability to assess your pet’s health.
  • BLOOD PROFILING: A blood profile or serum chemistry series is a group of blood tests used to assess various organ functions or disease states. Kidney function, liver abnormalities, pancreatic disease are but a few of the conditions a blood profile can help evaluate.
  • SEROLOGIC TESTING/SPECIFIC DISEASE TESTS:
    Serologic tests use a combination of technologies (including state-of-the-art DNA probe tests) to screen your pet for the presence of various contagious diseases. Some examples of common tests used are:
  • CHLAMYDIA TESTING: Chlamydia, or parrot fever, is a contagious bacterial disease of birds that is also potentially contagious to humans. A variety of symptoms can be displayed and some birds can be healthy acting carriers. Although a culture is the “gold standard” for testing, a number of different tests are available to use in different situations to screen for this important disease.
  • PBFD: Psittacine beak and feather disease is a viral disease capable of infecting a wide variety of bird species. This potentially fatal disease can progress slowly or rapidly and involve a range of feather and beak lesions. Although no cure is currently available, this test can be used to help screen for the presence or absence of this disease in your pet.
  • POLYOMA: Polyoma virus is another potentially devastating disease of pet birds that has a variety of presentations and outcomes. Lesions can involve feathers or cause widespread tissue destruction and acute illness. Testing as well as a vaccine is available for this disease.
  • PACHECO’S: Pacheco’s disease is a highly infective herpes virus of birds. Disease can be rapid, widespread, and fatal or sporadic with asymptomatic carriers. DNA testing is now available to help detect and prevent this catastrophic disease.

Fox Vaccinations

Your fox will require routine vaccinations. Some vaccines for dogs are also used in foxes, their canine relative. However, other vaccines for dogs can be harmful to foxes. We are well educated on fox vaccinations and will discuss the best vaccination plan with you based on several variables such as age, risk for exposure, and overall health.

Fox Parasite Prevention & Control

Fox Spaying/Neutering

A monthly dose of parasite control medicine is the easiest way to protect your fox from internal and external parasites that can cause illness such as mites and intestinal parasites. Mites can trigger allergic reactions, skin inflammation, and infection. We offer effective parasite control treatments for foxes to keep the pests away.

Obesity is one of the biggest health concerns for pigs and can lead to other illnesses & ailments. We provide nutritional consultation to help you control your pig’s weight with a healthy, specialized diet that will help them live a longer life. Pigs can be trained to do well on leashes and benefit greatly from regular walks.

Exotic Cat Dental Care

We provide dental care to keep your cat’s teeth and gums in good condition. Tooth abnormality’s and infections usually require veterinary attention. Regular dental care is the best way to prevent problems. If you already have a problem, we have the expertise to treat it.

Guinea Pig Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Surgical Procedures

Guinea Pig Diagnostic, Therapeutic, and Surgical Procedures

Our goal is to keep your pet healthy and prevent illness. If your pet is injured or ill, rest assured that we have the tools necessary to diagnose the problem and offer state-of-the-art treatment. From blood testing and radiographs to ultrasound and endoscopy, we have the means to track down your pets’ problems. Once the problem is uncovered we have the expertise, equipment, and the years of experience needed to provide the therapy or surgical procedures required to help our patients.

Exotic Cat Laboratory Testing/Blood Work

We perform all necessary laboratory testing and blood work to diagnose potential problems. Testing is often a critical component in detecting illness and diagnosing your exotic animal so we can immediately begin proper treatment.

Parasites can cause not only discomfort but also illness that may become fatal if not treated. We provide parasite control for internal and external parasites in order to keep your exotic cat pest free. A simple parasite program will eliminate worries.

Exotic Cat Parasite Control & Prevention

  • FOX NUTRITIONAL CONSULTATION

    Foxes are omnivores and eat a variety of food in the wild. Domesticated foxes require a balanced diet to thrive. We can consult you on the best diet for your fox and items to stay away from.

  • FOX DENTAL CARE

    Like dogs, foxes are prone to dental disease. We provide all dental care for pet foxes and can diagnose any concerns you may have.

  • FOX DIAGNOSTICS, THERAPY, SURGERY

    Our goal is to keep your fox healthy and prevent illness. If your pet is injured or ill, rest assured that we have the tools necessary to diagnose the problem and offer state-of-the-art treatment.

    From blood testing and radiographs to ultrasound and endoscopy, we have the means to track down your pets’ problems. Once the problem is uncovered we have the expertise, equipment, and the years of experience needed to provide the therapy or surgical procedures required to help our patients.

Fox Emergency Care

Our office is open for your fox’s health care needs Monday through Friday 8:00-6:00 and Saturday 8:00-4:00. If emergency care is required after these hours, you can rely on our 24 hour emergency facility- the Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital. Metro is located at 1053 S. Cleveland-Massilon Rd. in Copley (330-666-2976) and is there to assist with any of our client’s problems. At Metro we have veterinarians and technicians on duty 24 hours daily to address your needs.

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