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Avian Vets in Chicago, IL

6 of the 7 exotic pet vets we list in Chicago 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. Bronzeville Animal Clinic

    203 E 31st St, Chicago, IL 60616-3946

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammalsExotic emergencies
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  2. Animal House of Chicago

    2752 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60625-3489

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  3. Brighton Park Animal Hospital

    3779 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60632-1011

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  4. Diversey Animal Hospital

    5540 W Diversey Ave, Chicago, IL 60639-1317

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals
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  5. TLC First Animal Hospital

    6468 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60631

    Birds & parrots
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  6. MedVet Chicago

    3305 N California Ave, Chicago, IL 60618-5864

    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.