DocSean

15/11/2025

13/11/2025

Spent a whole day for a routine check.

We conducted a general check up at Flightless Dragons and The Reptile Lounge. Physical examination, assessment and history taking as well as basic laboratory examination were done to screen for any health problems with the animals. The procedure is aimed to screen for underlying problems and stop them before they get worse, as well as address already identified issues.

Looking for new pets this coming holidays? Check out Flightless Dragons or The Reptile Lounge

13/11/2025

12/11/2025

Finally concluded my trip to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

One of the main things I wanted to do was to meet some local exotic vets from the city. Especially Dr. Long Nâhm.

I met Dr. Nâhm through Facebook and it was a pleasure to have met him in person. And through him I had the pleasure of meeting more of his colleagues in Vietnam. He also showed me around the city and got me behind the scenes at Saigon Zoo.

It's a great experience to interact with vets from a fellow ASEAN country. To see how they worked and learn from them. As they say: the veterinary practice is a process of continues learning. And one way to do that is through knowledge sharing with our colleagues and experience things from a different point of view.

11/11/2025

A chronic case of Metabolic Bone Disease.

Metabolic Bone Disease or MBD is a catchall term for metabolic problems in reptiles that can lead to physical deformities of the body, ataxia, lethargy, inappetence, and in severe cases death.

This leopard tortoise has had the problem for a long time causing a condition known as pyramiding. The scutes in the carapace grow vertically thus creating pointed growths instead of a round shell. Tho the condition itself is treatable, the growth of the shell is not.

Make sure to give your pet reptiles the proper vitamins, minerals and lighting to prevent such problems.

08/11/2025

A few snippets from my visit to Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden.

The Zoo hosts a menagerie of animal species. I even got the chance to see the inner workings of the zoo and their veterinary clinic. Many of the animals were rescued from the entertainment industry, and the illegal wildlife trade. These are evident from turtles with signs of metabolic bone disease, signs of past traumas.

07/11/2025

See that tail shake?

The tail shake of kingsnakes or even some ratsnakes indicate a few things:
1. Defense. They mimick the behavior of rattle snakes to scare off predators.
2. Excitement. During feeding they may shake their tails in anticipation.
3. Stress. When distrubee, threatened or annoyed.

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05/11/2025

From tumor to no more

The client sent us an update photo of our patient's leg a month after surgery. The leg has fully healed and has no signs of recurrence. The mass was identified as Benign peripheral nerve sheath tumor.

03/11/2025

With so many people active on social media, the search for attention and validation has been taken to extreme lengths. Mukbang and cooking contents are one thing, but cooking wildlife or eating a live snake straight out of a bottle is another. We must keep in mind not just the laws that protect these animals such as RA 9147 or the wildlife resources conservation and protection Act, or RA 8485 or the Animal Welfare Act. But we must also treat these animals with respect. Consuming wildlife is illegal in the country but is a common occurrence especially in the provinces. Now this illegal act is being publicly posted in social media solely for the sake of clout.

Please do not support such content as they are both illegal, and causes unnecessary harm and suffering for the animals involved.

02/11/2025

I would like to inform my clients that I will not be able to accomodate any appointments this week since I will be out of the country. I will still reply to inuqiries and other concerns as best I can.

Regular services will resume on Nov. 11.
Thank you very much!

01/11/2025

Pinworm ova from a bearded dragon fecalysis.

Tho they usually go undetected unless tested, these parasites can cause severe problems for your pets in large amounts. Just like other parasites they sap the host's body of nutrients and compromises it's immune system. Left unchecked and untreated they can be fatal.

It is important to have your pets regularly checked and undergo wellness treatments to prevent such problems from arising.

29/10/2025

Congratulations doctors!!! Finally the exams are done and the results are out. All your hard work have paid off! We are sure that everyone is proud of you all. You've reached another milestone in your veterinary journey. May you all continue to work hard and dedicated to the practice of your choosing! See you around doctors!

Special mention to Doctors Jacques Apigo and John Sidfrey Taquio ! I love you my brothas!!!! It was a long time coming, but finally you are here now! We are super happy for you guys! The gangs complete!

Doctors Dani Adreanne Sta Maria Jesha Issaleña Good Estacio Margaux Briz Lyra Xu we have seen your journey from first year to graduation! You've made everyone proud! I guess we won't be calling you NEWT kids anymore. I'm proud to call you all colleagues and Doctors from now on.

Doctor Remjie ( Jierem Nnyl ) congratulations!!! I'm sure you and doc Nhelvin are happy right now! Proud of you! Good job good job!!!! Doctors na both parents ni Ryu!

Doctor Genevieve Tarra ( Luna Sol ) congratulations again! From discussing case studies to seeing you prepare for this final stretch! Good job doc! Told you I'll see you around at the conventions!

Congratulations again to everyone! Friends, colleagues, seniors, juniors! Enjoy your celebrations. You've all earned it!

𝑽𝑳𝑬 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝑹𝑬𝑺𝑼𝑳𝑻𝑺 𝑨𝑹𝑬 𝑶𝑼𝑻!
✔︎ See here: https://www.prcboard.com/vle-results-october-2025-veterinarian-licensure-exam-passers
October 2025 Veterinarian Licensure Exam Results
~Source: PRC Official