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Marc Silpa

Marc Silpa

Board-certified exotic companion mammal veterinarian (DABVP) at Exotic Animal Veterinary Center in Pasadena, CA, and director of its veterinary internship program.

Sep 29, 2026

Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast

Enlightened Pet Behavior Podcast

Exotic Pets with Dr. Marc Silpa

Sep 29 · 39m

Susan Light
Susan LightHOST
8:10
Yeah.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:11
Yeah.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:14
The other optional course is seeking out a board-certified specialist.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:19
I do want to point out that it is noteworthy to show that actually specialist is a legal term in most states.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:29
Now, every state has their own Veterinary Practice Act.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:35
But in most states, the term specialist is legally protective.
Marc Silpa
Marc SilpaGUEST
8:41
It means you have to be a board-certified vet.

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Susan Light
Susan LightHOST
33:17
Oh, I'm sorry.

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