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Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists in New York

21 of the 102 exotic pet vets we track in New York have exotic pet care available. Full listings for every city are on the New York page.

21clinics
18cities
102clinics statewide

This section includes veterinary clinics equipped to diagnose and treat non-traditional species, including reptiles, small mammals, birds, and amphibians. Exotic pet veterinarians maintain specialized equipment, tailored anesthesia protocols, and species-specific knowledge required for delicate animals. Before booking, confirm whether the facility manages your specific animal type, as practitioner expertise varies across species.

New York 3

  1. Crown Heights Animal Hospital

    753 Franklin Ave, New York, NY 11238-7397

    Birds & parrots
  2. Franklin Ave Animal Hospital

    614 Franklin Ave, New York, NY 11238

    Birds & parrots
  3. Prospect Heights Animal Hospital

    277 Flatbush Ave, New York, NY 11217-2821

    Birds & parrots

Huntington Station 2

  1. Huntington Animal Hospital

    113 Walt Whitman Rd, Huntington Station, NY 11746-4105

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
  2. Island Exotic Veterinary Care

    591 E Jericho Tpke, Huntington Station, NY 11746-7313

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammalsBoard-certified (ABVP)

Astoria 1

  1. Steinway Court Veterinarian

    32-41 Steinway St, Astoria, NY 11103

    Birds & parrots

Baldwin 1

  1. Baldwin Animal Hospital

    1864 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510-2427

    Birds & parrotsHouse calls

Bayport 1

  1. Bayport Veterinary Hospital

    973 Montauk Hwy, Bayport, NY 11705-1633

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals

Binghamton 1

  1. Fur and Feathers Veterinary Care

    1445 Front St, Binghamton, NY 13901

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals

East Moriches 1

  1. Eastport Animal Hospital

    50 Montauk Hwy, East Moriches, NY 11940

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals

Fairport 1

  1. Fairport Animal Hospital

    117 N Main St, Fairport, NY 14450-1415

    Birds & parrotsReptiles

Fayetteville 1

  1. Fayetteville Veterinary Hospital

    8122 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066

    Birds & parrots

Great Neck 1

  1. Long Island Bird & Exotics Veterinary Clinic

    333 Great Neck Rd, Great Neck, NY 11021-4220

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals

Greenvale 1

  1. Roslyn Greenvale Veterinary Group

    1 Northern Blvd, Greenvale, NY 11548-1203

    Birds & parrots

New Paltz 1

  1. All Creatures Veterinary Hospital

    14 N Chestnut St, New Paltz, NY 12561

    Birds & parrots

Newburgh 1

  1. West End Veterinary Office

    41 Fullerton Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals

Queensbury 1

  1. Countryside Veterinary Medical Group

    454 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804

    Rabbits & small mammals

South Salem 1

  1. South Salem Animal Hospital

    1310 RT-35, South Salem, NY 10590-1622

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals

Suffern 1

  1. Suffern Animal Hospital

    6 Chestnut St, Suffern, NY 10901-5426

    Rabbits & small mammals

Vestal 1

  1. Vestal Veterinary Hospital

    2316 Vestal Pkwy E, Vestal, NY 13850-1949

    Birds & parrotsReptiles

Wilton 1

  1. Saratoga Veterinary Hospital

    693 US-9, Wilton, NY 12831-2508

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
Species verification required: Always call ahead to verify that the clinic actively treats your specific exotic pet species, especially for emergency care.

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Good to know

How much does an initial exam cost for an exotic pet?

Initial wellness examinations for exotic pets typically range from $75 to $160 depending on the location and animal species. Additional diagnostics like fecal parasite screens ($30–$65) or specialized blood panels ($120–$280) are billed separately.

Which animals are classified under exotic pet veterinary care?

Exotic pet care covers pocket pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas), reptiles (snakes, lizards, turtles), birds (parrots, backyard poultry), and amphibians. Most urban clinics exclude primates, venomous species, and regulated wildlife.

What are the transport requirements for taking an exotic pet to the vet?

Small mammals and birds must arrive in hard-sided, ventilated carriers lined with absorbent bedding or towels. Reptiles require temperature-regulated containers, such as insulated boxes or pillowcases with safe heating packs, to maintain core body heat during transport.

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 New York, there are 21 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 New York, where 21 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.