When it comes to caring for exotic pets like reptiles and amphibians, habitat settings are key to ensuring their wellbeing and positive health status. But picking the right settings for each pet can be finicky, says Dr. Preston Russell, DVM, a veterinarian at Comer Veterinary Hospital who specializes in exotic animal care.

This week’s fluctuating temperatures may suggest otherwise, but according to Dr. Preston Russell, DVM, veterinarian at Comer Veterinary Hospital, northeast Georgia is about to be inundated with its annual influx of fleas and ticks.