...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES
OF ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS EVENING...
.A pair of overlapping south swells (190 degrees) will keep
advisory level surf in place along south facing shores through
late this afternoon.
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS
EVENING...
* WHAT...Surf of 6 to 10 feet.
* WHERE...South-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM HST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents
will make swimming dangerous.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't
go out.
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Bre is a Texas native from Dallas. She graduated from Texas Tech University in 2016 with a degree in Journalism and is finishing her master's degree in Communication Studies. Bre enjoys roller skating in her spare time and has a corgi mix named Malibu.
National Pet Week is not only about highlighting the bond between humans -- and their pets. Some people like cats and dogs but others prefer something a little more unique. Brian Walsh, the medical director of Feather and Fur Animal Hospital, joined Island News to talk about the importance of exotic pet veterinary care.
HONOLULU (Island News) -- At Feather & Fur Animal Hospital, Dr. Brian Walsh sees more than your average pet in need of veterinary care.
Besides dogs and cats, the hospital cares for birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, turtles, tortoises, and even chameleons.
Dr. Walsh stresses the importance of a balanced diet, habitat requirements, and even special UV lighting, which is needed for pets like his own Sulcata Tortoise, named Pebble. "Its the third largest tortoise species in the world," Walsh says. Pebble is about 52 pounds right now and Dr. Walsh expects him to more that double in size, which means he needs unique care. "They have a very specific diet. They need to eats lots of hay and also lots of salad."
Dr. Walsh says it can be hard to recognize signs of illness in the less commonly cared for creatures. They hide their symptoms since it is a sign of weakness in the wild. Some of the signs they show can be hard to recognize. So ensuring you pet is under the care of a reputable vet like Feather & Fur can ensure they stay healthy and live as long as possible.
But Dr. Walsh says being informed is part of being a responsible exotic pet owner. He encourages researching the species you are planning to get, ahead of time.
Dr. Walsh also sees a number of wild animals coming into the office. Feather & Fur partners with the Hawaii Wildlife Center based on Hawaii Island to care for all the native birds and seabirds on Oahu. Walsh estimates more than 300 wild birds come in for treatment over the course of the year. That doesn't include the more than 500 birds he could see during seabird fallout season. "There's been years as big as a thousand," Walsh says. "Its a big team effort, we do it all pro bono just to support the community." Dr. Walsh says if a nene or other bird breaks a wing, or even a leg, its flown to Feather & Fur for treatment then over to Hawaii Island for its long-term rehab.
Learn more about Feather & Fur's exotic pet care on its website. Don't forget, it also provides care for dogs and cats, too, including grooming.
Bre is a Texas native from Dallas. She graduated from Texas Tech University in 2016 with a degree in Journalism and is finishing her master's degree in Communication Studies. Bre enjoys roller skating in her spare time and has a corgi mix named Malibu.
