Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care
Expert Care for Pets of All Shapes and Sizes - Exotic Pet Specialists
Pets come in all shapes and sizes! Whether each patient has feathers, scales, or fur, the Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care team is here to provide them with the best care possible. Exotic animals can be fun and rewarding to have as pets, but they also require special veterinary care. The veterinary team is experienced in caring for a wide variety of pets including reptiles (snakes, turtles, lizards), small mammals (hamsters, guinea pigs, ferrets), amphibians (frogs, newts, salamanders), fish, and invertebrates (tarantulas, hermit crabs). Each of these animals has specific needs when it comes to nutrition, habitat, and overall health. At Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care, the practice offers a full range of services including routine check-ups, diagnostics, nutrition advice, surgery, emergency care, and dental care for non-traditional pets.
Exotic Species Treated at Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care
Includes: snakes, turtles, lizards, bearded dragons, geckos, iguanas
Includes: hamsters, guinea pigs, ferrets, rabbits, chinchillas, rats
Includes: frogs, newts, salamanders, toads
Includes: tropical fish, koi, goldfish
Includes: tarantulas, hermit crabs, other invertebrates
Veterinary Services & Capabilities
routine wellness check-ups
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
preventive health exams
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
habitat care consultation
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
blood work
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
X-ray imaging
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
fecal examinations
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
exotic pet surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
tumor removal
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.
Pricing & Partner Disclosure: Any veterinary cost figures or savings ranges referenced on Exotic Vets are independent, aggregated industry estimates for informational purposes only, are not provided by any individual veterinary clinic, and are subject to change without notice. Always contact the clinic directly for current fees.
Rivers Veterinary Urgent Care Reviews & Pet Owner Feedback
4.6 out of 5
(based on 320 verified reviews)
Emily R.
2024-07
They were so helpful when my guinea pig got sick! The vet took time to explain everything and gave us great nutrition advice. Our piggy is doing much better now.
David K.
2024-09
Great urgent care for exotic pets! My bearded dragon had a health issue and they got us in quickly. The staff is knowledgeable about reptiles and very caring.
Sarah M.
2024-10
Good experience with my ferret's checkup. They were thorough and answered all my questions about diet and habitat. Would recommend for exotic pet owners in Pittsburgh.