Dick Vet Rabbit and Exotic Practice

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our ‘Caring for your rabbit’ information evening last week. It was lovely to see new and familiar faces at the event.

We hope you enjoyed the presentations from Jenna, Emma, Megan and Laetitia on subjects such as vaccinations, coccidiosis, dental disease and E.cuniculi infections in rabbits.

We are planning more education evenings later in the year on different animals. We will share more details about these on our page, so please keep an eye out for more information.

Our practice has provided specialist-led veterinary care for rabbit and exotic animals for over 30 years. Our dedicated, knowledgeable team of veterinary surgeons, nurses and animal care assistants work exclusively with rabbits, exotic animals and wildlife and offer clinical care bespoke to the needs of you and your pet.

If you would like to know more about our practice, please visit: https://edin.ac/43SgIbC

Today we're celebrating International Bat Appreciation Day.

Did you know that the UK has 18 species of bat, and that they, and their roosts, are legally protected?

These small flying mammals play a vital role in the environment, acting as natural pest controllers and pollinators. However, they can be injured by cats or get exhausted and lost in storms or strong winds.

This bat was nursed back to full strength by our exotics team after being found in poor health in the wild. It was later re-released.

Although bats may look approachable, please remember that they are wild animals. You should avoid touching them unless it is essential, as they can carry diseases that can pass to humans. If you have been scratched or bitten by a bat, seek immediate medical advice.

If you have concerns about an injured bat, please call the National Bat Helpline (0345 1300 228) or SSPCA Wildlife Helpline (030 0999 999) for advice.

COME TRAIN WITH US! Applications are invited from veterinary graduates for a DVetMed (Residency) in Rabbit, Exotic Animal and Wildlife Medicine and Surgery.

In this full-time training position, the resident will work with our team and gain intensive experience in managing rabbit, exotic animal and wildlife cases.

The successful candidate should have, or will be working towards, the CertAVP Zoological Medicine or equivalent, and will study towards both the ECZM Diploma in Small Mammal Medicine and Surgery and a concurrent doctorate of veterinary medicine degree (DVetMed).

The residency will run for four years and is available from September 2026. Informal inquiries are welcomed.

Applications close at 23.59 on 31 March 2026.

For more information on this, and the other six residencies currently available at our School, visit: https://vet.ed.ac.uk/clinical/training