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5232 Jackson Dr Suite 105, La Mesa, California 91942

05/29/2026

Rufus is a 33 year old male Senegal parrot that came to see us for what was initially thought by another veterinarian to be crop stasis due to the presence of a lump on the right side of his neck. After a thorough physical by our veterinarian and a microscopic examination of a fine needle aspiration of the mass, it was confirmed that the mystery lump was lymphoma, a type of cancer. Prior to his surgery, our imaging team performed an ultrasound on Rufus's neck to confirm the location of delicate structures such as his jugular vein. The neoplastic mass was surgically removed and the procedure was uneventful. Lymphomas are the most common type of masses in psittacine birds and recurrence is likely. Monitoring for any future growths or changes is important as different medical interventions, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy, might be necessary . Fortunately, Rufus's recovery was uneventful and was discharged from our hospital to continue his recovery at home.

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05/28/2026

Grandaddy Purple is a panther chameleon that came to us from The Ark Zoo (.zoo) for a general wellness exam and blood work. A common location for lizard venipuncture is from their tail vein (Image 2). Factors to take into account when performing reptile venipuncture includes making sure that the area is thoroughly cleaned (to prevent bacteria and f***l material from entering the venipuncture site), and keeping in mind what lizard species are capable of tail autotomy (dropping their tails). In Grandaddy Purple's case, his species does not drop their tail so it was one less thing to worry about.
Annual exams include performing thorough physical exams, f***l tests, blood work and depending on the species, radiographs. These are beneficial in order to detect any issues or early stages of a disease that can be adressed before complications arise. Common issues that are seen in chameleons include endoparasites, metabolic bone disease, follicular stasis, respiratory infections, and stomatitis (mouth rot). After his examination, Grandaddy Purple was discharged from our clinic with a clean bill of health ⭐.

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05/22/2026

Sylvie is a 1.5 year old female rat that came to us after her caregiver had noticed a mass in the right inguinal (groin) area. After a thorough exam, our veterinarian was able to identify an additional mass on her left armpit area as well. Due to their rapid growth in size, it is recommended to remove any suspected mammary masses to prevent further discomfort and mobility issues. Not to mention, addressing these masses while they are small in size can reduce surgical complications: the larger the mass, the higher the risk of these getting in the way of delicate structures and vital organs which could affect the healing process. As rats age (especially, intact female rats), it is common for them to develop mammary masses that can affect their quality of life and movement. The last photo shows an image depicting how extensive mammary glands are in rats. We recommend being vigilant of any skin changes, bumps and lumps and addressing them early with your rat savvy veterinarian so they can be surgically removed. Sylvie's two masses were removed and the procedure was uneventful. A week later, Sylvie returned for her recheck exam and was discharged without any issues to continue her recovery at home with her rat sister and humans.

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05/21/2026

Have you heard of dystocia in guinea pigs? Dakota is a sow (female guinea pig) that came in as an emergency after she was showing signs of dystocia and had given birth to a stillborn. After her arrival to our clinic, she was able to give birth to two healthy guinea pig pups and was able to recover from her labor. Dystocia occurs when an animal is experiencing a difficult labor or delivery which can be life threatening to both the mother and the offspring. When sows older than 6-8 months of age are bred for the first time, their pelvic symphysis can already be fused making it difficult to birth large babies. Although Dakota's exact age is unknown, we highly suspect that she might have been older than 8 months, which puts her at a higher risk of dystocia. In these cases, emergency C-sections might be necessary. As it was in Dakota's case, surprise pregnancies can happen when companion guinea pigs are sexed incorrectly by breeders, sellers or previous owners and it is in everyone's best interest to verify this with a veterinarian that is familiar with guinea pigs to prevent any surprise litters or birthing complications. Five days after Dakota gave birth to her two pups, they returned for their recheck and we are happy to communicate that they are all doing well.

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05/16/2026

Have you heard of 𝘌𝘯𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘰𝘻𝘰𝘰𝘯 𝘤𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘪? E. cuniculi is a microsporidian parasite that affects the eyes, kidneys and the nervous system of rabbits. This is a parasite transmitted through ingestion of contaminated food/water or infected urine, through the placenta (from doe to kit) or through the mother's milk (colostrum).
Pippa from the San Diego House Rabbit Society () came to us because her caregivers noticed that she was leaning to the right and had a distinct "scanning" motion (as seen in the video). Clinical signs of E. cuniculi include torticollis, nystagmus, seizures, longitudinal rolling, renal insufficiency, cataracts, uveitis, glaucoma, and possibly death. It is important to address any changes in your rabbit so veterinarians can quickly start treatments. In addition, because rabbits are prey animals, they tend to mask any potential health issues. Therefore, even though your rabbit might not seem to have something wrong, it is important to take them to their annual wellness exams to keep up with their care and provide them with what they need to continue thriving. Pippa is currently under constant care and monitoring at the San Diego House Rabbit Society with the recommendation of her veterinarians.

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05/15/2026

Did you know that we also treat fish? French Fry the Dojo loach came to us after his caregiver found him on the floor outside of his aquarium and when placed back in the water, having buoyancy issues. He was rushed to our hospital for a thorough physical exam and radiographs under anesthesia. French Fry was anesthetized with MS-222, which is a USDA-approved water soluble powder that is used to sedate and anesthetize fish. The radiographs indicated that our patient had signs of aerophagia, which means that there was excessive ingestion/gulping of air that ended up in his stomach when he was attempting to breathe after jumping out of his tank. Before recovering our patient from anesthesia, he was given injections of an antibiotic and anti-inflammatory medication. After the procedure, the patient recovered from anesthesia in fresh tank water before being sent home. Just like with dogs and cats, fish can receive high quality medical attention by a fish-savvy veterinarian.

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05/13/2026

Sunny is a 17 year old male Sulcata Tortoise that came to our clinic presenting with long term anorexia and constipation. Sunny had not been eating for approximately 5 months and was showing signs of lethargy and weakness. After taking radiographs (Image 1), it was confirmed that our patient had a blockage most likely caused by ingesting sand or dirt. For cases of long term anorexia in chelonians (turtles and tortoises), placing an esophageal feeding tube is the recommended course of treatment to prevent further starvation, dehydration and death. Prior to his procedure, Sunny was sedated and with the collaboration of all of the avian and exotics team, our veterinarian placed the esophageal feeding tube. His recovery is expected to take some time due to the long period of anorexia, however, we are pleased to communicate on behalf of his caregivers that Sunny is gaining his strength day by day.

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05/09/2026

Cinnamon is a 4 month old male rabbit that came to us after his caregivers saw that there was a fur ball stuck to his lower incisors (possibly from grooming his bun brother). After a thorough examination, a malocclusion (misalignment of the upper and lower teeth) with a mandibular prognathism (underbite) was confirmed. In Cinnamon's case, the origin of his mandibular prognathism is most likely due to a congenital defect, which impedes the natural wearing down of the incisors, causing them to overgrow. Because rabbit teeth grow at an approximate rate of 6 inches per year (or 0.5 inches per month), this would require the patient to undergo constant dental trims. The recommended treatment for cases of incisor malocclusion is to extract the affected teeth permanently in order to target the issue at the root. The good news is that even with a lack of incisors, a rabbit can still eat since their premolars and molars are the what enables them to chew their food. Incisor extractions are recommended once the rabbit has reached an adult age of 6 months, which is typically when rabbits reach their full size.

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05/08/2026

Bon Bon is a 25 year old female Amazon Parrot that came to see us for her annual wellness exam, blood work and "skinny" wing trim. This specific method of is a more humane wing trim that gives avian patients a better control of their landing, preventing injuries to the tail and keel. Because the "skinny" trim lets patients glide without gaining height, it encourages exercise, prevents weight gain and muscle atrophy. This trim is less irritating for birds since there are no sharp edges from the cut rachi (quills) that occur with traditional wing trims. The main part of the feather remains intact.

Assessing your avian companion's health with wellness exams can help detect issues or early stages of a disease that can be addressed before complications arise. Annual exams include performing thorough physical exams, f***l tests, blood work and depending on the species, radiographs. No matter how big, small, furry, scaly, feathery or even hairless, all animals deserve an exemplary level of medical care that a dog or a cat would also receive. Bon Bon is fortunate to be part of a family that treat her as one of their own and are committed to fulfill all of her husbandry and medical needs 🌱.

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05/07/2026

Storm is a 9 year old female rabbit that came to see us after her caregiver noticed that her mass had opened up and started to produce a yellow discharge. To prevent further discomfort, infections and complications, our veterinarian recommended to have the mass surgically removed. Storm's procedure was uneventful and throughout the following weeks, she continued to return for her rechecks before removing her sutures. Addressing the appearance of bumps, masses or growths in your companion animal is crucial, especially when they are small in size. Early attention can minimize the risk of surgical complications and possible metastases. Monitoring for any future growths or changes is important as different medical interventions, such as radiation therapy or chemotherapy, might be necessary.

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5232 Jackson Drive Suite 105
La Mesa, CA
91942

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