Best Board Certified Exotic Veterinarians & Specialty Clinics
14 Verified Board Certified Veterinary Clinics Listed
Finding a veterinary hospital with verified clinical experience in board certified ensures your bird, reptile, amphibian, or small mammal receives species-appropriate diagnostics, safe anesthesia, and evidence-based husbandry guidance. Browse our vetted directory of board certified specialists below.
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All Animals Veterinary Hospital
Calabasas, CA
All Animals Veterinary Hospital
Calabasas, CA
All Animals Veterinary Hospital in Calabasas, CA (4.9/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, farm animals, including comprehensive diagnostics, in-house laboratory, surgery and anesthesia.
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Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale
Oakdale, MN
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale
Oakdale, MN
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale in Oakdale, MN (4.8/5 across 520 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for small mammals, birds, reptiles, including CT scanning, MRI imaging, soft tissue surgery.
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Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital - Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
Arizona Exotic Animal Hospital - Phoenix in Phoenix, AZ (4.8/5 across 850 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including in-house laboratory, digital radiography (X-rays), soft tissue surgery.
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Avian & Exotic Animal Clinic
Indianapolis, IN
Avian & Exotic Animal Clinic
Indianapolis, IN
Avian & Exotic Animal Clinic in Indianapolis, IN (4.8/5 across 425 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including in-house laboratory, digital radiography, soft tissue surgery.
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Bay Area Bird & Exotics Hospital
San Francisco, CA
Bay Area Bird & Exotics Hospital
San Francisco, CA
Bay Area Bird & Exotics Hospital in San Francisco, CA (4.8/5 across 450 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, including digital radiography (X-rays), laboratory testing, soft tissue surgery.
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BluePearl Pet Hospital - Tacoma/Lakewood
Lakewood, WA
BluePearl Pet Hospital - Tacoma/Lakewood
Lakewood, WA
BluePearl Pet Hospital - Tacoma/Lakewood in Lakewood, WA (4.6/5 across 520 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including advanced diagnostics, electrocardiography (ECG), soft tissue surgery.
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Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine
New York, NY
Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine
New York, NY
Center for Avian and Exotic Medicine in New York, NY (4.6/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including advanced medical care, diagnostic imaging, advanced surgical care.
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Exotic Vet Care
Mt Pleasant, SC
Exotic Vet Care in Mt Pleasant, SC (4.9/5 across 520 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, backyard poultry, small mammals, reptiles, including advanced imaging, digital radiography, anesthesia and surgery.
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Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital - Exotics Department
Norton, OH
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital - Exotics Department
Norton, OH
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital - Exotics Department in Norton, OH (4.9/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including in-house laboratory, complete blood work, soft tissue surgery.
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Pet Hospital of Penasquitos
San Diego, CA
Pet Hospital of Penasquitos in San Diego, CA (4.9/5 across 520 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for reptiles, amphibians, birds, small mammals, including diagnostic imaging, digital radiography, soft tissue surgery.
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Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital
Nashville, TN
Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital
Nashville, TN
Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital in Nashville, TN (4.8/5 across 410 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for small mammals, birds, reptiles, including in-house laboratory services, digital general radiology, soft tissue surgery.
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South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital
San Antonio, TX
South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital
San Antonio, TX
South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital in San Antonio, TX (4.9/5 across 320 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including CT scanning, advanced imaging and diagnostics, advanced surgical procedures.
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UW Veterinary Care - Special Species Health Service
Madison, WI
UW Veterinary Care - Special Species Health Service
Madison, WI
UW Veterinary Care - Special Species Health Service in Madison, WI (4.8/5 across 350 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including digital radiography (X-rays), ultrasound, soft tissue surgery.
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Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics
Bedford Hills, NY
Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics
Bedford Hills, NY
Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics in Bedford Hills, NY (4.9/5 across 485 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including digital x-rays, ultrasonography, surgery for birds, reptiles, and mammals.
View ProfileWhen to See a Board Certified Veterinarian
- check_circleAnnual preventive wellness examinations and baseline diagnostics tailored to board certified.
- check_circleEarly evaluation of appetite changes, weight loss measured on a digital gram scale, or abnormal droppings.
- check_circleSecond-opinion specialty referrals for complex medical, dental, imaging, or surgical procedures.
Red-Flag Symptoms Requiring Immediate Vet Care
- warningOpen-mouth breathing, tail-bobbing, wheezing, or nasal/ocular discharge.
- warningRefusal of food or water for more than 8 to 12 hours, or absence of normal fecal output.
- warningSevere lethargy, fluffed posture at the bottom of the enclosure, head tilt, or lameness.
Estimated Board Certified Veterinary Exam & Diagnostic Costs (Aggregated Industry Estimates)
| Procedure / Service (Estimated) | Estimated National Range (Aggregated, Not Clinic-Specific) | Clinical Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Board Certified Exotic Veterinary Consultation (Estimated) | $75 to $145 (Est.) | Aggregated national industry estimate; not clinic-specific |
| Diagnostic Bloodwork, Fecal Screen, or Imaging (Estimated) | $95 to $340 (Est.) | Aggregated national industry estimate; varies by procedure and clinic |
Questions to Ask Before Booking Your Appointment
- How many exotic patients requiring board certified does the veterinary team treat each week?
- What are the clinic's current exam fees, and what emergency referral protocol is recommended after hours?
Frequently Asked Questions About Board Certified Veterinary Care
How do I choose the best board certified exotic veterinarian?
Look for clinics affiliated with the Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV), Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV), or Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV), and verify that they maintain species-specific recovery incubators and diagnostic equipment.
Are the veterinary cost ranges shown on this page from a specific clinic?
No. All cost ranges published on Exotic Vets are independent, aggregated national industry estimates for general informational purposes only. They are not provided by any individual veterinary practice, and actual clinic fees can change at any time without notice. Always call the clinic directly for a current quote.