This section lists veterinary clinics equipped to diagnose and treat non-traditional pets, including birds, reptiles, small mammals, and amphibians. These facilities feature specialized equipment like small-scale anesthesia masks, temperature-controlled enclosures, and diagnostic tools tailored to exotic species physiology. Before scheduling, verify if the clinic accepts your specific animal, as some practitioners restrict care to specific species like birds or small rodents.
San Jose 3
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ARCHVET Animal Hospital
6207 Santa Teresa Blvd, San Jose, CA 95119-1436
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ARCHVET Emergency Hospital
824 N Winchester Blvd, San Jose, CA 95128-1354
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Oakridge Veterinary Clinic
5440 Thornwood Dr, San Jose, CA 95123-1217
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Annelise Spira, DVM
10737 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034-6215
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Complete Animal Eye Care Center
14120 Ventura Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 91423-2700
Palmdale 2
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All Care Pet Clinic
3135 Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93551-5500
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Animal Medical Center of The Antelope Valley
2270 E Palmdale Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93550-1329
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Avian and Exotic Animal Hospital
1276 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110-3815
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B Street Veterinary Hospital
2675 B St, San Diego, CA 92102-1021
Alhambra 1
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South Pasadena Animal Hospital
3116 W Main St, Alhambra, CA 91801-1667
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All Animals Veterinary Hospital
23815 Ventura Blvd, Calabasas, CA 91302-1443
Carmichael 1
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Avian Health Services
8037 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, CA 95608-6742
Carson 1
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Avalon Animal Hospital & Bird Clinic
22404 Avalon Blvd, Carson, CA 90745-4102
Corona 1
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9 Tails Veterinary Clinic
1973 Foothill Pkwy, Corona, CA 92881-4106
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Baker Bristol Pet Hospital
2976 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-5994
Del Rey Oaks 1
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Avian and Exotic Clinic of Monterey
459 Canyon del Rey Blvd, Del Rey Oaks, CA 93940-5705
Diamond Springs 1
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Crossroads Veterinary Hospital
694 Pleasant Valley Rd, Diamond Springs, CA 95619-9249
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Fullerton Regional Veterinary Hospital
1941 W Commonwealth Ave, Fullerton, CA 92833-3042
Goleta 1
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Karl Stortz Veterinary Endoscopy America
175 Cremona Dr, Goleta, CA 93117-3083
Greenbrae 1
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Redwood Pet Clinic
2104 Redwood Hwy, Greenbrae, CA 94904
Hemet 1
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Buena Vista Pet Clinic
425 N Buena Vista St, Hemet, CA 92543
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Seacliff Animal Hospital
19365 Main St, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-2483
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Fauna Veterinary Collective
45 Auto Center Dr, Lake Forest, CA 92610-2848
Lemoore 1
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Karing for Kreatures Veterinary Hospital
377 Hill St, Lemoore, CA 93245-2633
Magalia 1
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Whispering Pines Pet Clinic
14632 Skyway, Magalia, CA 95954
Mission Viejo 1
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Animal and Bird Clinic of Mission Viejo
24912 Chrisanta Dr, Mission Viejo, CA 92691-4816
Modesto 1
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Veterinary Medical Associates
204 W Granger Ave, Modesto, CA 95350-4432
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Monterey Park Animal Hospital
2314 S Atlantic Blvd, Monterey Park, CA 91754-6806
Moorpark 1
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Moorpark Veterinary Hospital
484 E Los Angeles Ave, Moorpark, CA 93021-1900
Oakley 1
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Ojala Family Pet Care
98 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA 94561-3080
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El Paseo Animal Hospital
72608 El Paseo, Palm Desert, CA 92260-3373
Rancho Murieta 1
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Murieta Pet Hospital
7245 Murieta Dr, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683
Redwood City 1
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Wildwood Veterinary Hospital
2900 Spring St, Redwood City, CA 94063-3956
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Bird and Pet Clinic of Roseville
3985 Foothills Blvd, Roseville, CA 95747-7256
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Bay Area Bird and Exotics Hospital
2300 Sutter St, San Francisco, CA 94115-3029
San Ramon 1
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Bishop Ranch Veterinary Center & Urgent Care
2000 Bishop Dr, San Ramon, CA 94583-2344
Santa Ana 1
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South Coast Pet Hospital
3752 S Bristol St, Santa Ana, CA 92704-7304
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Pinnacle Veterinary Center
23026 Soledad Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA 91350-2634
Scotts Valley 1
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Exotic Pet Clinic of Santa Cruz
5400 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA 95066-3439
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ARCH Vet Services
1606 Goldfinch Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94087-4725
Vista 1
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Palomar Animal Hospital
2331 S Melrose Dr, Vista, CA 92081
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Shiloh Veterinary Hospital
PO Box 309, Woodland Hills, CA 91365
Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm
Also in California
- Rabbit & Small Mammal Vets257
- Avian Vets219
- Reptile Vets198
- Veterinarians for Exotic Pets and Birds64
- Exotic Animal Hospitals and Veterinary Clinics39
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists37
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialty Care32
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialist Clinics30
- Exotic Animal Veterinarians Near You29
Good to know
How much does an initial exam cost for an exotic pet?
Initial physical exam fees for exotic pets typically range from $75 to $150, which is higher than standard dog or cat exams due to specialized handling requirements. Basic diagnostic tests such as fecal parasite screens ($40–$80) or avian blood panels ($120–$250) add to the baseline cost. Emergency or after-hours exotic exams start around $200 to $350.
How do I safely transport an exotic animal to the vet clinic?
Reptiles should be transported in a ventilated container with a warm water bottle wrapped in a towel to maintain temperatures between 75°F and 85°F. Birds require a small, dark, well-ventilated carrier with a low perch to minimize flight responses and injury during travel. Small mammals like rabbits or ferrets need hard-sided carriers lined with familiar fleece bedding and access to hay.
Do 24/7 emergency vet clinics handle exotic animals?
Most general 24/7 emergency clinics do not have exotic animal veterinarians on staff at all hours. You must call the emergency facility before arriving to confirm an exotic clinician is on duty. If unavailable, ask for a referral to a regional specialty hospital that maintains 24-hour exotic emergency coverage.
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 California, there are 42 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 California, where 42 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.