If you have an exotic pet (i.e. reptiles, birds, small mammals and fish), you can now benefit from the exotic pet service at the Village Vet Hampstead. In many cases it is difficult for the owner to identify early signs of illness in these animals and veterinary treatment is sought at too late a stage. It is very important therefore to seek regular veterinary advice and health checks and to learn how the animal is normally (appearance, behaviour, feeding etc.), as any deviation could indicate illness. Gracia Vila is our expert on exotic pets. Since she qualified in 1998, she has worked as a vet in private practice and at the Royal Veterinary College Beaumont Animals Hospital, where her caseload has ranged from dogs and cats to a wide variety of small mammals, birds, reptiles and even fish. In 2002, she completed the Royal Veterinary College MSc degree in Wild Animal Health, and she is currently preparing for the RCVS Certificate in Zoological Medicine. Gracia is now consulting every Tuesday and many Saturdays at the Village Vet Maida Vale, during the practices normal working hours - call 0207 289 1000 to make an appointment. Clients may also be referred to her by their local Village Vet. For more information on exotic pets please click here