From her Exotic Encounters series – Elisabetta Mancinelli describes clinical signs, pain scoring systems and analgesia options.

Fiona Froehlich and Neil Forbes explain the causes of severe skin-related conditions in parrots, the treatments and why regular assessment is vital.

Elisabetta Mancinelli provides a brief overview of the dietary requirements of some species commonly kept as pets, and the need to educate owners and keepers about their needs.

Lesa Thompson outlines some of the primary needs regarding exotic rodents commonly kept as pets, along with prevalent conditions they may present with in vet practices.

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In the second and final part of her article on domestic leporid encephalitozoonosis, Elisabetta Mancinelli looks at the disease’s pathogenesis as well as various forms of therapy.

Bruce Maclean offers an insight into the fascinating world of seahorses, detailing their biology and offering advice on treatment of disease in the various species.

In the first of a two-part article on encephalitozoonosis in domestic leporids, Elisabetta Mancinelli discusses the causal parasite’s life cycle and analysis tools to help detect its presence.

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Neil Forbes considers possible causes of tracheal disease in avians, such as parasites, and presenting signs, plus he details potential surgical options.