Beecroft Avian & Exotics

12/10/2026

🌫️ Haze hits birds harder than us

Birds have an extremely efficient respiratory system that lets them breathe while flying. Air flows one way, continuously, through their lungs and air sacs, so they take in far more oxygen with each breath than mammals. The downside is that they also take in more pollutants, airborne toxins and gases. Birds are much more likely than people, dogs or cats to be affected by poor air quality.

🔬 Why PM2.5 matters
Fine particles (PM2.5) can travel through the lungs into the bloodstream and affect every major organ.

0–50 µg/m³: the healthy range for people and pets
0–30 µg/m³: the likely healthy range for birds
15 µg/m³: the WHO’s recommended maximum over 24 hours

⚠️ At Beecroft Avian & Exotics Veterinary Clinic, we have seen more birds with inflammatory respiratory conditions over the past few weeks. During haze, the risk to pet birds is very high.

✅ Your haze checklist

Keep your bird indoors, and bring outdoor birds inside
Keep doors and windows closed
Run a portable air purifier with an H12 or H13 HEPA filter and a high clean air delivery rate (CADR)
Service your air-con regularly, including the outdoor unit

🚭 All year round, keep the air around your bird clean by avoiding:

Smoking, candles, incense and joss sticks
Gas stoves, frying and grilling
Aerosol sprays

📞 If your bird is breathing with its mouth open, bobbing its tail or wheezing, call us straight away on (+65) 6996 1812.

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09/10/2026

🦜 Birds are experts at hiding when they’re unwell, so it helps to know what to look out for.
Many bird emergencies start at home. The good news is that most can be prevented with a few simple changes.

🌀 Ceiling fans and flight accidents
Birds can get hurt flying into fans, windows or mirrors. Birds are small, so even minor bleeding needs quick attention. Switch fans off whenever your bird is out of its cage.

🧴 Everyday household hazards
• Fumes from overheated non-stick (Teflon/PTFE) pans are very harmful to birds, so keep your bird well away from the kitchen
• Aerosols, scented candles, air fresheners and cleaning sprays
• Avocado, chocolate, caffeine, alcohol
• Some houseplants and medications

🔩 Heavy metals
Birds love to chew, so keep an eye out for lead and zinc in old furniture and cages, curtain weights, jewellery, keys, coins, and galvanised wire or clips on cages and toys.
Signs to watch for include vomiting, weakness, fluffed feathers, unusual droppings and wobbliness.

🐱 Cats and dogs
Even a small scratch or bite from another pet needs a vet check, even if your bird seems fine. Cat and dog mouths carry bacteria that can make birds very sick, and early antibiotics make a big difference.

🌙 Outdoor aviaries at night
Snakes, rats, monitor lizards, civets and roaming cats can disturb birds kept outdoors. Predator-proof aviaries, or bringing birds indoors overnight, help keep them safe and calm.

Call us if your bird:
• Is bleeding, or has had contact with a cat or dog
• Is sitting fluffed up or on the cage floor
• Is breathing with its mouth open or bobbing its tail
• Can’t perch, fly or stand properly
• Has vomited, or may have chewed something it shouldn’t

While you’re on the way: keep your bird warm, quiet and in a covered carrier.

📞 Call us on +65 6996 1812 before you head in
🕐 Open 24/7

A safe home is a happy home. We’re here whenever you need us. 💛

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29/09/2026

🐇 When your rabbit stops eating, every hour counts.

GI stasis happens when a rabbit’s gut slows down or stops. It can become life-threatening fast. Rabbits are prey animals and hide pain well, so the signs are easy to miss.

Early warning signs of GI stasis:

• Hasn’t eaten or pooped in 8–12 hours
• Is passing droppings that are very small or fewer than usual
• Has a tight or swollen belly
• Seems quiet, cold or not like themselves

Signs your rabbit is in severe pain:

Look at their face 👀

• Eyes squinted or half-closed
• Cheeks look flat, not rounded
• Nostrils pinched into a “V” shape instead of a soft “U”
• Whiskers stiff and pulled back or flat against the face
• Ears held tight and flat against the back or body

Look at their body and behaviour 🐾

• Sits hunched and tense, sometimes pressing their belly to the floor
• Won’t move, or moves stiffly or awkwardly
• Hides away or ignores people, food and treats
• Stops grooming
• Grinds their teeth loudly
• Hunched posture and keeps shifting as if they can’t get comfortable

If you see even one or two of these of severe pain, please don’t wait. Our exotics and emergency team treats gut pain and stasis around the clock, including pain relief, fluids, diagnostics and hospital care.

📞 Call us on +65 6996 1812 before you head in
📍 991E Alexandra Road, #01-27, Singapore 119973
🕐 Open 24/7

Know the signs. Act fast. Save a bunny. 💛

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23/09/2026

🐹 Small feet. Hidden hazards. Serious consequences.

Cino’s story is more than a recovery story it’s an important reminder to check what our small pets are standing on every day.

Cino’s hind leg became caught in a gridded litter tray. When he tried to get free, he sustained a fracture that required surgical repair.

⚠️ The danger may be something we don’t immediately recognise.

Gridded, mesh or slatted surfaces have openings where the small feet and limbs of guinea pigs and rabbits may become trapped. An enclosure accessory designed for convenience may therefore become a potential injury hazard.

Take a few minutes today to check your pet’s setup:

🐾 Avoid grids, mesh and slatted walking surfaces
🏠 Choose solid, stable and comfortable flooring
🌿 Provide litter areas that are spacious and easy to enter
👀 Look for gaps where a foot, toe or leg could become caught
🔎 Reassess new enclosure accessories before introducing them

Prevention can start with something as simple as changing a litter tray.

We’re sharing Cino’s experience not to create fear, but to raise awareness of a hazard that can be easily overlooked. Please consider sharing this post with another guinea pig or rabbit family Cino’s story could help prevent another small pet from experiencing a similar injury. ❤️

Thank you to Cino’s family for sharing his story important education and awareness.

Small pets. Big care.

09/09/2026

Beecroft Animal Specialist & Emergency Hospital Beecroft Animal Specialist & Emergency Hospital at the 3rd WEVSIG Scientific Meeting 2026 🐰🐹

The Wildlife & Exotic Veterinarian Special Interest Group (WEVSIG) brought together the region’s exotic animal medicine community on 5–6 September at Millésimé Hotel, Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru and Beecroft was part of the conversation.

Our Advisory Consultant in the Avian and Exotic department, Dr Vicente Gonzalo Soler Rubio, took the podium as a Plenary Speaker, presenting on emergencies in rabbits 🐰, guinea pigs 🐹, and chinchillas 🐿️ to fellow vets and specialists in the field.

Proud to contribute to a meeting dedicated to advancing wildlife and exotic animal healthcare, welfare, and conservation. Swipe for the full speaker lineup →

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02/09/2026

🐰 Dr Athena is back from leave and exotic pets, we’ve missed you!

If your rabbit, hamster, chinchilla, bird or other exotic companion needs veterinary care, Dr Athena Lim is back at Beecroft Avian & Exotic department and ready to see them.

From routine check-ups to the more delicate cases, exotic pets need a vet who understands their unique needs and that’s exactly what Dr Athena brings.

📞 Book a consultation: +65 6996 1812

Dedicated to Animals. 🐾

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02/09/2026

02/09/2026

🐰 Dr Athena is back from leave and exotic pets, we’ve missed you!

If your rabbit, hamster, chinchilla, bird or other exotic companion needs veterinary care, Dr Athena Lim is back at Beecroft Avian & Exotic and ready to see them.

From routine check-ups to the more delicate cases, exotic pets need a vet who understands their unique needs and that’s exactly what Dr Athena brings.

📞 Book a consultation: +65 6996 1812

Dedicated to Animals. 🐾

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13/07/2026

Did you know? Exotic pets have unique health needs that require specialised veterinary expertise.

Our Avian & Exotics team is experienced in caring for:
🐰 Rabbits
🐹 Chinchillas & pocket pets
🦜 Birds
🦎 Reptiles
…and many more.

Whether it’s preventive care or advanced treatment, we’re here to support every stage of your pet’s journey.

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17/06/2026

A weekly behind-the-scenes look at what goes on in our hospital! 📹

Did you know that different animals can get a PIVC inserted in different ways? Here's an example where we administered a PIVC through a rabbit's ear. 💉🐰

A PIVC (Peripheral intravenous catheter) is an important tool that helps our vets safely draw blood samples, administer fluids, and deliver medication directly into the bloodstream.

Here in Beecroft, our vets and nurses are highly trained to ensure your pets, both big and small, can receive the utmost care and treatment they deserve. 💞

If you are worried about your pet's health. Reach out to your nearest GP vet for a referral or contact us directly for advice and support. We are here to make sure your pet's health is our number one priority.

📍 991E Alexandra Road #01-27, Singapore 119973
📞 +65 6996 1812
📧 [email protected]