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Avian Vets in Thousand Oaks, CA

4 of the 5 exotic pet vets we list in Thousand Oaks 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. Conejo Valley Veterinary Hospital

    3580 Willow Ln, Thousand Oaks, CA 91361-4921

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
  2. Dean Christopher DVM

    575 E Thousand Oaks Blvd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-6008

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
  3. Lap of Love

    365 E Avenida de los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360-2975

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
  4. Newbury Park Veterinary Clinic

    1536 Newbury Rd, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320-3440

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
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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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.