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Avian Vets in San Francisco, CA

5 of the 7 exotic pet vets we list in San Francisco have avian care.

A clinic's 'exotic pet' label on Google doesn't tell you whether it actually treats birds — many exotic vets focus on reptiles or small mammals and refer bird cases out, a gap that usually surfaces only once you're on the phone. Every avian vet listed here is confirmed to treat birds from the practice's own website or posted services, not just a generic exotic-animal tag.

  1. Balboa Pet Hospital

    3329 Balboa St, San Francisco, CA 94121-2703

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  2. Bay Area Bird and Exotics Hospital

    2300 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115-3029

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammalsBoard-certified (ABVP)
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  3. Golden Gate Home Hospice and Euthanasia

    491 27th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94121-1813

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
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  4. Ocean Avenue Veterinary Hospital

    1001 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112-1840

    Birds & parrotsHouse calls
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  5. Sunset Veterinary Hospital

    3741 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA 94122-3903

    Birds & parrots
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Ask about avian-specific emergency care before you need it. Birds instinctively hide illness until they're seriously sick, and not every after-hours emergency vet has an avian specialist on call, so it helps to know your options before a crisis hits.

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Good to know

What is an avian vet called?

Avian vets are usually listed as "avian veterinarians" or "exotic animal veterinarians," and some hold additional board certification through the Association of Avian Veterinarians. Not every exotic vet treats birds, so it's worth confirming directly.

How often should I take my bird to the vet?

Most avian vets recommend at least an annual wellness exam, since birds mask signs of illness and problems can be well along by the time symptoms show. A new bird should also get a checkup soon after you bring it home.