Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale
Locally-Owned Specialty and Emergency Care - Avian & Exotic Medicine Excellence
Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) in Oakdale provides comprehensive emergency, urgent care, and specialty veterinary services including advanced avian and exotic medicine. The practice's Avian & Exotic Medicine Service is led by Dr. Andrew Bean, DVM, MPH, CPH, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal Practice), who brings board certification and extensive experience in exotic companion mammal medicine. Clinicians see rabbits, all rodents, ferrets, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, birds (parrots, songbirds, waterfowl), and reptiles (turtles, tortoises, non-venomous lizards and snakes). The hospital offers advanced diagnostics including CT/MRI scanning, comprehensive surgery and dental services, and 24-hour emergency care. As a locally-owned practice, the hospital is deeply committed to providing exceptional care to the pets and people of Minnesota.
Exotic Species Treated at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale
Veterinary Services & Capabilities
wellness examinations
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
preventative medicine
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
nutritional counseling
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
CT scanning
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
MRI imaging
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
digital radiography
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
soft tissue surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
orthopedic surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
After-Hours Online Triage & Exotic Pet Coverage Options
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Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota - Oakdale Reviews & Pet Owner Feedback
4.8 out of 5
(based on 520 verified reviews)
Michelle T.
2024-10
Dr. Bean is the only board-certified exotic vet in the Twin Cities! He saved my rabbit's life with advanced surgery. The CT scan was crucial for diagnosis. Highly recommend!
Robert K.
2024-09
Amazing exotic care! They had all the equipment needed to diagnose my bearded dragon's issue. Dr. Bean is incredibly knowledgeable and took time to explain everything.
Amanda S.
2024-11
The 24-hour emergency service for exotics is a lifesaver. They saw my parrot at 2 AM and the care was exceptional. Worth every penny!