Reptiles as Pets: What to Know Before (and After) You Bring One Home
Reptiles as Pets: What to Know Before (and After) You Bring One Home
Join Dr. La’Toya Latney, Senior Veterinarian and Specialist in Zoo & Reptile Medicine at AMC, on Thursday, May 21 at 6:00 PM ET for an in-depth look at life with reptile pets.
From choosing the right species for your lifestyle to understanding the surprises many new owners don’t anticipate, this webinar will guide you through the essentials of reptile care. Dr. Latney will cover everything from habitat setup and lighting to nutrition, enrichment, and how to recognize when your reptile may need veterinary care. Whether you’re new to reptiles or already caring for one, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to give your pet the best life possible.
Please note: This webinar is intended for pet owners and is not eligible for CE credit.
Speaker
La’Toya Latney, DVM, DECZM, DABVP, CertAqV
Senior Veterinarian, Specialist in Zoo & Reptile Medicine
Dr. Latney joins AMC after transitioning from the University of Pennsylvania Veterinary Teaching Hospital after 11 years, where she continues to teach senior veterinary students clinical avian, small mammal, and reptile medicine courses. As an adjunct professor of Clinical Zoo and Exotic Animal Medicine, Dr. Latney tackles patient care using an integrated evidence-based approach for all species. As a progressive patient advocate, she brings a contagious enthusiasm for celebrating the physiology, anatomy, and medicine of exotic and zoo animals. Her special interests include reptile infectious diseases, comparative critical care and adapted emergency response for exotics, translational medicine, innovative surgical techniques for all species, and reptile husbandry and nutrition. She is a board member for the Association of Reptile & Amphibian Veterinarians and publishes review articles, studies, and case reports in several veterinary journals. She is proud to bring advanced reptile medicine options to AMC!
