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.
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Barrington Oaks Veterinary Hospital
710 Dodge Ave NW, Elk River, MN 55330-2019
Mon-Thu 7am-7pm, Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 8am-12pm
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Animal & Exotic Wellness Center
19276 Evans St NW, Elk River, MN 55330
Wed 11am-7pm, Thu 8am-3:30pm, Fri 8am-6pm
Morris 2
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Morris Veterinary Center
605 W 5th St, Morris, MN 56267-2032
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H & H Veterinary Service
820 W 5th St, Morris, MN 56267-1172
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm
Oakdale 2
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Homey Gnome Veterinary Clinic
7013 CR-10, Oakdale, MN 55128-5938
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
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Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC)
1160 Helmo Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128
Albert Lea 1
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Albert Lea Veterinary Clinic
401 St Thomas Ave, Albert Lea, MN 56007-3737
Wed 8am-4pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-1pm
Benson 1
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H&H Veterinary Service - Benson
170 State Hwy 9, Benson, MN 56215
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm
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Brookdale Animal Hospital
3000 Brookdale Dr, Brooklyn Park, MN 55444-1845
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Valley View Pet Hospital
13600 County Road 11, Burnsville, MN 55337-8511
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Animal Health Center
1415 Highway 20 N, Cannon Falls, MN 55009-1175
Mon 8am-5:30pm, Tue 8am-5:30pm, Wed 8am-5:30pm, Thu 8am-5:30pm, Fri 8am-5:30pm
Chaska 1
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Chaska Veterinary Hospital
1601 White Oak Dr, Chaska, MN 55318-2816
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Clarissa 1
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Todd County Veterinary Clinic
505 Hwy 71 W, Clarissa, MN 56440-3400
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Park Grove Pet Hospital
7663 79th St S, Cottage Grove, MN 55016
Mon 8am-6pm, Tue 8am-6pm, Wed 8am-6pm, Thu 8am-6pm, Fri 8am-6pm
Duluth 1
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Dougherty Veterinary Clinics
215 E 14th St, Duluth, MN 55811
Hopkins 1
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Rothstein Marc L, Dvm
11040 Cedar Lake Rd, Hopkins, MN 55305-3368
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Cedar Pet Clinic
11051 Stillwater Blvd N Hwy, Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm
Lonsdale 1
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Pet Stop Veterinary Clinic
117 Delaware St SE, Lonsdale, MN 55046-9673
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Paws and Claws Pet Hospital
13640 Grove Dr, Maple Grove, MN 55311-4404
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Greenbrier Animal Hospital
10916 Greenbrier Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55305-3474
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Pet Stop Vet Clinic
730 Main St, New Market, MN 55054
New Ulm 1
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New Ulm Regional Veterinary Center
401 20th S St, New Ulm, MN 56073
Mon 7am-5:30pm, Tue 7am-5:30pm, Wed 7am-5:30pm, Thu 7am-5:30pm, Fri 7am-5:30pm
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Kivisto Veterinary Clinic
31878 126th St NW, Princeton, MN 55371-4590
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VCA Cascade Animal Medical Center and Inn
4020 26th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901-8330
Mon-Fri 8am-6pm, Sat 8am-12pm
Rogers 1
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Rogers Pet Clinic
13860 Northdale Blvd, Rogers, MN 55374-9625
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
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Como Park Animal Hospital 24 Hour Care
621 Larpenteur Ave W, Roseville, MN 55113
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Apache Animal Hospital
2503 37th Ave NE, St Anthony, MN 55421-4214
St Paul 1
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Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC)
1542 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102
Thief River Falls 1
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Valley Animal Hospital LLC
1906 Greenwood St E, Thief River Falls, MN 56701-4306
Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-5pm
Winona 1
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Pet Medical Center of Winona
57 E 3rd St, Winona, MN 55987-3447
Mon-Fri 7:30am-5:30pm, Sat 9am-2pm
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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.
Can capybaras be pets?
Owning a capybara depends on regional wildlife and exotic animal regulations, as many areas require specialized permits or ban them entirely. In Minnesota, there are 30 exotic animal veterinarians on ExoticVetAtlas who can guide you on health and legal care requirements.
Can you have a fennec fox as a pet?
Fennec foxes can be kept as pets in certain jurisdictions, but they often require specific captive wildlife permits and specialized enclosures. Check local wildlife regulations in Minnesota, where 30 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.