Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic of Indianapolis

08/31/2024

Poet is very proud of his induction into the Pet Hall of Shame! 😂 What would your pet be inducted for? 🦎

08/28/2024

Today is Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day, which gives us a chance to remember all the cherished pets that have passed. Take a moment today to reflect on a pet who is no longer with you and share with us to honor their memory! ❤️🌈🦎

08/22/2024

Have you thought about feeding a raw diet to your ferret? You may be interested to learn that both the CDC and American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) discourage feeding raw meat to pets!
Though these diets have gained popularity for several proposed benefits, there are no published peer-reviewed studies that exist to support these claims. In fact, the The American College of Veterinary Nutritionists (ACVN) reports that no studies have examined differences in animals fed raw animal products to those fed any other type of diet (kibble, canned, or home cooked) with the exception of looking at the effects on digestibility. Due to the risk of nutritional imbalances (which is a reality for both home-prepared and commercial raw meat diets) and possibility of bacterial or parasitic contamination, these diets are not recommended. Instead look for a commercial ferret diet that is made with primarily meat, little-to-no grain or vegetable protein, and no sugar. We recommend the Oxbow Ferret food and you can pick up a bag next time you're in the clinic! Oxbow also recently released nutritious and yummy meat based treats specifically made for ferrets 🦎

08/19/2024

Nothing works better to cure the Monday blues than cute animal pictures! 😍🐀🦎

08/17/2024

Preparing for a vet visit can be stressful for pets and owners alike! You can reduce this stress by learning all the tips and tricks to prepare your pet for their vet visit, including training them to enter their carrier, like this cute chinchilla, on our website: https://www.exoticvetclinic.com/before-your-visit 🦎

08/14/2024

Did you know Dr. Lennox travels all over the country (and even to other countries) to educate other veterinarians on exotic pet care? This October, she will presenting at the Wild West Vet Show in Reno, NV! 🎤🦎

08/12/2024

Last, but certainly not least, of our recent additions to the doctor team is Dr. Chung, our new Exotic Companion Mammal resident! She was initially drawn to conservation, zoo, and exotic animal medicine and pursued her education at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. She is excited to continue her pursuit of becoming a specialist at our clinic! 🐇🦎

08/08/2024

Is your guinea pig getting enough Vitamin C?! Most high quality guinea pig foods are supplemented with vitamin C, but the vitamin can easily degrade if food is older, exposed to light, or not stored properly. We recommend Oxbow guinea pig food, which has a special stabilized long lasting vitamin C. You can also increase vitamin C consumption by offering bell peppers (especially red, orange, and yellow ones), kale, and parsley. Contrary to popular belief, citrus fruit actually has less vitamin C and more sugar than recommended. Ask about picking up a bag of Oxbow guinea pig food or Oxbow Vitamin C supplements at your next visit! 🍊🦎

08/05/2024

We are seeking highly motivated, dynamic, and compassionate individuals to join our AEAC family in our support staff departments: RVTs and customer service representatives! If you are interested in helping animals in a fun, fast-paced environment, check out our current openings here: https://www.exoticvetclinic.com/careers and please share with anyone you know who may be interested! 🦎

08/02/2024

We are thrilled to introduce another new doctor, Dr. Anna Watson, as she joins the clinic as an Avian resident! She graduated from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine and then completed a small animal internship at Kansas State University, followed by an exotics and emergency internship at Tufts University. She is excited to be back in her home state of Indiana! 🦜🦎

07/31/2024

Have you heard of a "Veterinary Care Desert"? Similar to a "food desert", the term refers to areas that have limited (or no) access to high quality veterinary care. Unfortunately, this is something we are all too familiar with in the exotic veterinary world! Our very own Dr. Lennox dives into this issue and how non-speciality clinics can help exotic patients in need: https://www.aaha.org/trends-magazine/july-2024/exotic-pet-care-deserts/ 🦎

07/26/2024

What sporting event would your exotic pet compete in? Comment below and let the games begin! 🏆🏅🦎

07/22/2024

Welcome back to another AEAC veterinary assistant turned veterinarian! Dr. Elise Weiland is a recent graduate from Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine. Throughout her education, she was the president of Purdue's Exotic Animal Club and a representative for Oxbow Animal Health. She believes all animals, no matter the species, deserve high quality veterinary care and is thrilled to be at our clinic providing compassionate care to exotic animals! Be sure to give her a friendly welcome at your pet's next appointment 🦎

07/18/2024

LOST PET ALERT: This beautiful pigeon was brought into the clinic as "wildlife" but we suspect they are likely a pet as they are very friendly with humans! If you recognize them as your pet or a friend's, please reach out to us at 317-879-8633! 🕊

07/16/2024

Snakes may get a bad rap from the general public, but we here at Avian and Exotic Animal Clinic can't get enough of these so-called "danger noodles"! Celebrate World Snake Day with us by sharing photos of your precious pets in the comments 🐍🦎

07/09/2024

Oatmeal is one of our nurses' personal guinea pigs who stopped by for a quick yearly check up and lots of love from the rest of the team! 🐹🦎

07/04/2024

Happy 4th of July! We will be closed today to celebrate the holiday, but as always, if you have an emergency with your pet that can’t wait till we reopen, we have staff on call! 🎆🦎

07/01/2024

George, a big brown bat, was brought in initially with an injury to his right wing. When the wing did not heal after a couple weeks of medical therapy, a partial amputation was performed! Although George cannot be released back into the wild due to his inability to fly, he is still thriving, enjoying eating his bugs and spending time with other bats. He will become an educational ambassador to teach people about bats and their role in the ecosystem! 🦇🦎

06/29/2024

Our texting service appears to be having a rough Saturday morning and we are unable to receive or send texts at the moment! If you need to contact the team today, please call at 317-879-8633 🦎

06/28/2024

We have a new(ish) face at the clinic! Dr. Kaitlyn Nikirk previously spent a summer with us as a veterinary assistant and has now returned as an exotic animal intern after recently graduating from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She started volunteering with wildlife birds as a child and her love for birds has only grown. She is excited to start working with our wonderful patients and continue to learn about the various exotic species we care for! Please give her a warm welcome at your next visit 💚🦎

06/25/2024

We will be closing early tomorrow for a special staff outing, but if you have an emergency with your pet that can’t wait till we reopen, we have staff on call! We will reopen for our normal business hours on Thursday 🦎

06/24/2024

Lizards love to eat bugs! Unfortunately some lizard/bug combinations are not good - especially Bearded Dragons and lightning bugs. Many of our native reptiles and amphibians can eat lightning bugs with no problem, but these are lethal to non-native Bearded Dragons. Even one can be fatal. Please be sure your dragons don't encounter lightning bugs if venturing outdoors, and never collect them to feed. If you think your bearded dragon may have eaten one, call right away! 🦎

06/20/2024

We can't help but have fun when our job involves the cutest patients! 💚🦎

06/17/2024

Temperatures are rising this week! Are you prepared to keep your exotic pet safe? Review our blog in this previous post 🌞🦎

We'll be enjoying the milder temperatures this weekend, but the hot weather is sneaking up fast and will be here to stay soon! Make sure you're prepared for how to keep your exotic pet safe by reading our blog here: https://www.exoticvetclinic.com/aeacblog/the-dog-days-of-summer-are-here 🌞🦎

06/13/2024

You may have noticed a new face at the clinic recently! Our visiting specialist, Dr. Welle, is a board-certified avian veterinarian. He has long been captivated by the feathered dinosaurs (as he likes to call them) that are birds, and enjoys the unique challenges of keeping them and other unusual creatures healthy and well-adjusted. If you see him at your next visit, give him a warm welcome! 🦆🦎

06/08/2024

Pet Appreciation Week might be coming to an end, but we couldn't let it pass without an excuse to see your cute pets! Comment below with a picture of your pet and what you appreciate about them 💚🦎

06/05/2024

Did you know that bald eagles don't obtain their distinguished white head feathers until age 5?!

This young eagle visited our clinic recently and was diagnosed with a coracoid fracture after a physical exam. The eagle has been transferred to a skilled licensed rehabber for a few weeks of cage rest before being released back into the wild! 🦅🦎

06/01/2024

Mochi says, "Happy Saturday!" 😍🦎

05/27/2024

Happy Memorial Day! We will be closed today to celebrate the holiday, but as always, if you have an emergency with your pet that can’t wait till we reopen, we have staff on call! 🌞🦎

05/23/2024

Ever wonder what happens during a wellness exam? Here's your behind-the-scenes sneak peak! 🐰🦎