The Odd Pet Vet
The Only Exclusively Exotic Animal Veterinary Clinic in Massachusetts - Affordable Expert Care for Your Unique Pets
The Odd Pet Vet provides specialized veterinary care exclusively for exotic and non-traditional pets. Located at the New England Wildlife Center in South Weymouth, Massachusetts, just minutes from Route 3, the veterinary team treats over 100 species including reptiles, small mammals, avian species, and invertebrates. The clinic's experienced veterinarians and veterinary technicians have a collective 50 years of experience with 400 different species. All profits from The Odd Pet Vet go directly to wildlife care and education at the New England Wildlife Center, making every visit help support conservation efforts. The practice has been featured in The Boston Globe, Patriot Ledger, The Today Show, Discover Magazine, Animal Planet, and National Geographic. With a 4.9 out of 5 stars rating on Google reviews, the clinic is known to offer affordable, expert care in a unique clinic environment.
Exotic Species Treated at The Odd Pet Vet
Includes: ball pythons, bearded dragons, boas, frogs, lizards, russian tortoises
Includes: chinchillas, degus, ferrets, gerbils, guinea pigs, hamsters
Includes: cockatiels, doves, parakeets, parrots, pigeons, chickens
Includes: cockroaches, hermit crabs, scorpions, stick bugs, tarantulas
Veterinary Services & Capabilities
wellness examinations
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
parasite screening and deworming
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
nutritional counseling
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
physical examinations
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
parasite testing
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
health screening
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
soft tissue surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
reproductive surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
After-Hours Online Triage & Exotic Pet Coverage Options
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Reptile UVB Lighting, Thermostats & Terrarium Supplies
Proper Arcadia/Zoo Med UVB lighting and digital thermostat heating prevent 80% of metabolic reptile emergencies.
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The Odd Pet Vet Reviews & Pet Owner Feedback
4.9 out of 5
(based on 350 verified reviews)
Lisa T.
2024-10
The Odd Pet Vet is like going to science class! Dr. Mertz is incredibly knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything about my bearded dragon's care. The only place I trust with my reptiles!
David K.
2024-09
Traveled from Rhode Island specifically for The Odd Pet Vet. They're the only truly exotic-exclusive clinic in Massachusetts and it shows in their expertise. My rabbit received excellent dental care.
Amanda S.
2024-11
Best exotic vet in New England! They treated my tarantula's mite problem and gave me so much helpful information. Love that my visit supports wildlife conservation too!