Exotics Blog
Welcome to Blue Cross Animal Clinic’s Exotics Blog, your go-to resource for expert information on exotic animal care! Dr. Cole England covers a wide range of topics, from reptile husbandry to small mammal health, providing practical advice and insights to help your exotic pets thrive.

Brumation
Its fall in Albuquerque. The smell of chili roasting, balloon fiesta prep is in motion, and everyone’s backyard chelonians (i.e. turtles, tortoises) are gearing up for a long winters rest. That’s right, it’s time for our reptilian friends to begin their preparations for brumation.