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Advice for Owning a Reptile

Reptiles are some of the most exotic pets you can keep at home, but looking after animals from the furthest corners of the planet can bring with it some special challenges. However, our hints and tips will help keep you informed about your reptile’s needs, from health advice to accommodation to its general well-being.

Worms and Your Reptile

Learn all you need to know about worms, parasites & your reptile. Professional pet health advice about the prevention & treatment of worms from Vets4Pets.
Choosing Your New Reptile

How to give your snake, lizard, turtle, tortoise or other reptile the best place to live with the right lighting, heating and humidity for long-term health.
Cryptosporidium And Your Reptile

Cryptosporidia are a type of protozoa – a microscopic, single-celled parasite – which live in the intestines and can have devastating consequences.
Handling Reptiles

Many people falsely assume you cannot handle reptiles. In fact, many reptiles can be socialised to a degree and can be routinely handled.
Have You Pet Proofed Your Festive Season?

Have you pet proofed your festive season to avoid any accidents or more serious incidents? Contact one of our Vets4Pets surgeries to find out more.
Ticks And Your Reptile

While indoor reptiles are at very low risk of tick bites, our roaming reptiles such as tortoises are more likely to be affected.
Mites And Your Reptile

Amazingly, there are over 250 species of mite which can affect reptiles. Thankfully, most of these are very rare or not found in the UK.
Bringing Your Reptile Home

Reptiles have a diverse and often complex range of needs. Meeting these means preparation is key when you decide to bring a reptilian pet into your home.
A Guide To Feeding Your Reptile

Reptiles are an amazing and diverse group. This means that they have a large range of requirements when it comes to their diet.
Coccidiosis And Your Reptile

Learn about the prevention, treatment and early signs of Coccidia in reptiles. Vets4Pets offer professional pet health advice from qualified vets.

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