Best Dogs Exotic Veterinarians & Specialty Clinics
14 Verified Dogs Veterinary Clinics Listed
Finding a veterinary hospital with verified clinical experience in dogs ensures your bird, reptile, amphibian, or small mammal receives species-appropriate diagnostics, safe anesthesia, and evidence-based husbandry guidance. Browse our vetted directory of dogs 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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Carmel Mountain Ranch Veterinary Hospital
San Diego, CA
Carmel Mountain Ranch Veterinary Hospital
San Diego, CA
Carmel Mountain Ranch Veterinary Hospital in San Diego, CA (4.7/5 across 465 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for dogs, cats, pocket pets, reptiles, including comprehensive pet diagnostics, in-house testing, surgical procedures.
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Citrus Park Animal, Bird & Exotics Hospital
Tampa, FL
Citrus Park Animal, Bird & Exotics Hospital
Tampa, FL
Citrus Park Animal, Bird & Exotics Hospital in Tampa, FL (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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Como Park Animal Hospital
Roseville, MN
Como Park Animal Hospital in Roseville, MN (4.9/5 across 580 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, small mammals, pocket pets, reptiles, including bloodwork, urinalysis, soft tissue surgery.
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Fauna Veterinary Collective
Lake Forest, CA
Fauna Veterinary Collective in Lake Forest, CA (5.0/5 across 145 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for dogs, cats, rabbits, small mammals, including comprehensive diagnostics, blood work, spay and neuter for all species.
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Forest Trails Animal Hospital
Tulsa, OK
Forest Trails Animal Hospital in Tulsa, OK (4.7/5 across 420 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, ferrets, including digital radiography (X-rays), laboratory testing, soft tissue surgery.
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North Austin Animal Hospital
Austin, TX
North Austin Animal Hospital in Austin, TX (4.8/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, arachnids, including ultrasound, digital radiography, spay and neuter.
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Parkway Small Animal & Exotic Hospital
Clinton Township, MI
Parkway Small Animal & Exotic Hospital
Clinton Township, MI
Parkway Small Animal & Exotic Hospital in Clinton Township, MI (4.7/5 across 425 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, including in-house laboratory, digital radiography, 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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Riverside Animal Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
Riverside Animal Hospital
Jacksonville, FL
Riverside Animal Hospital in Jacksonville, FL (4.9/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for reptiles, birds, small mammals, bats, including diagnostic testing, in-house laboratory, soft tissue surgery.
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Santa Fe Animal Hospital
Santa Fe, NM
Santa Fe Animal Hospital in Santa Fe, NM (4.8/5 across 380 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, dogs, including digital radiography (X-rays), abdominal ultrasound, soft tissue surgery.
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Southview Animal Hospital
West St. Paul, MN
Southview Animal Hospital in West St. Paul, MN (4.8/5 across 650 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, including digital X-ray, ultrasound, routine spays and neuters.
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Summertree Animal & Bird Clinic
Dallas, TX
Summertree Animal & Bird Clinic
Dallas, TX
Summertree Animal & Bird Clinic in Dallas, TX (4.7/5 across 425 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, reptiles, small mammals, amphibians, including testing and diagnostics, digital radiography, surgical procedures.
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Valle Verde Animal Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
Valle Verde Animal Hospital in Albuquerque, NM (4.8/5 across 150 reviews) provides specialized exotic veterinary care for birds, small mammals, reptiles, dogs, including in-house diagnostic lab, digital radiography (X-rays), soft tissue surgery.
View ProfileWhen to See a Dogs Veterinarian
- check_circleAnnual preventive wellness examinations and baseline diagnostics tailored to dogs.
- 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 Dogs Veterinary Exam & Diagnostic Costs (Aggregated Industry Estimates)
| Procedure / Service (Estimated) | Estimated National Range (Aggregated, Not Clinic-Specific) | Clinical Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dogs 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 dogs 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 Dogs Veterinary Care
How do I choose the best dogs 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.