This directory section lists veterinary clinics with dedicated training and equipment for non-traditional pets, including birds, reptiles, small mammals, and amphibians. Standard canine and feline practices often lack the specialized anesthesia protocols, diagnostics, and temperature-controlled housing that exotic species require. Before booking, confirm whether the clinic treats your specific species and whether an ABVP-boarded specialist is on staff.
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Arlington Heights Animal Hospital
1712 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107-4008
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Cowtown Pet Care
1712 Montgomery St, Fort Worth, TX 76107-4008
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Summerfields Animal Hospital
4536 N Tarrant Pkwy, Fort Worth, TX 76244-4924
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Dr. Mike's Affordable Vet Care
5502 Matlock Rd, Arlington, TX 76018
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Gully Animal Hospital
6300 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX 76001-5617
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Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas
2700 W State Hwy 114, Grapevine, TX 76051
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Animal Emergency Hospital of North Texas
2700 W State Highway 114, Grapevine, TX 76051
Houston 2
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Braescroft Animal Clinic
8510 Hillcroft Ave, Houston, TX 77096-1018
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Braescroft Animal Clinic
9643 Hillcroft St, Houston, TX 77096
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Family Pet Hospital of Stone Oak
19355 Stone Oak Pkwy, San Antonio, TX 78258-3247
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South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital
8856 Broadway St, San Antonio, TX 78217
Allen 1
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Animal Hospital of Collin County
1021 S Greenville Ave, Allen, TX 75002-3315
Argyle 1
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Canyon Falls Veterinary Hospital
7251 Canyon Falls Dr, Argyle, TX 76226
Austin 1
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Companion Animal Hospital
7132 W Highway 71, Austin, TX 78735-8308
Baytown 1
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Garth Animal Hospital
7599 Garth Rd, Baytown, TX 77521-7719
Bee Cave 1
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BEEVET Animal Hospital
11817 RM-2244, Bee Cave, TX 78738-5302
Brazoria 1
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Wild Peach Veterinary Clinic
20723 TX-36, Brazoria, TX 77422
Bryan 1
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West Brazos Animal Center
1212 Baggs Court, Bryan, TX 77803
Burleson 1
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V.E.T. Care Hospital
108 NE Wilshire Blvd, Burleson, TX 76028-4144
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Everhart Animal Hospital
4232 S Padre Island Dr, Corpus Christi, TX 78411-4406
El Paso 1
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TLC Animal Hospital
1851 N Lee Trevino Dr, El Paso, TX 79936-4111
Forney 1
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Treasured Pets Veterinary Hospital
476 S FM 548, Forney, TX 75126-4100
Harlingen 1
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The Country Vet
17516 TX-107, Harlingen, TX 78552
Irving 1
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Valley Ranch Pet Clinic
455 Cimarron Trl, Irving, TX 75063-4536
Katy 1
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Kingsland Boulevard Animal Clinic
20701 Kingsland Blvd, Katy, TX 77450-2707
Kemah 1
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Fur Feathers and Friends Veterinary Hospital
361 Columbia Memorial Pkwy, Kemah, TX 77565-3187
Longview 1
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West Loop Animal Hospital
1301 W Loop 281, Longview, TX 75604-2926
Mansfield 1
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287 Animal Hospital
1700 Highway 287 N, Mansfield, TX 76063
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Creek View Veterinary Clinic
1121 Eikel St, New Braunfels, TX 78130-5527
Pasadena 1
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Red Bluff Animal Hospital
5009 Red Bluff Rd, Pasadena, TX 77503-4404
Pearland 1
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Pearland Pet Health Center
10525 Hughes Ranch Rd, Pearland, TX 77584-3173
Plano 1
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Humane Animal Medical and Surgical Hospital
1512 N Central Expy, Plano, TX 75074-5714
Seven Points 1
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Animal Medical Clinic
203 TX-274, Seven Points, TX 75143
Spring 1
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Veterinary Medical Center of The Woodlands
26947 Interstate 45, Spring, TX 77380-1911
The Woodlands 1
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Grogan's Mill Pet Clinic
25206 Grogans Mill Rd, The Woodlands, TX 77380
Victoria 1
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Hillcrest Animal Hospital
4001 N John Stockbauer Dr, Victoria, TX 77904-2453
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Whitehouse Veterinary Hospital
104 W Main St, Whitehouse, TX 75791-3458
Wimberley 1
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Wimberley Veterinary Clinic
12605 Ranch Rd 12, Wimberley, TX 78676
Also in Texas
- Rabbit & Small Mammal Vets189
- Avian Vets177
- Reptile Vets160
- Exotic Animal Hospitals and Veterinary Clinics23
- Exotic Animal Veterinary Care Clinics20
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialty Care18
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists17
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialist Clinics15
- Exotic Animal Veterinarians Near You15
Good to know
How much does an exotic vet visit cost?
A routine examination fee for an exotic pet typically ranges between $70 and $150, which is slightly higher than standard dog or cat exams. Diagnostic procedures such as avian blood panels, fecal parasitology, or digital radiography generally add $100 to $350 to the total cost.
Which animals require an exotic veterinarian?
Exotic veterinarians treat birds, reptiles (turtles, snakes, lizards), amphibians, and small companion mammals like rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas, and sugar gliders. These animals have unique physiological needs, metabolic rates, and dietary requirements that general practice vets are usually not equipped to handle.
How do emergency visits work for exotic pets?
Always call the clinic in advance, as emergency exotic care requires staff to prepare specialized incubators, oxygen cages, or micro-dosed medications prior to arrival. Emergency exam fees generally range from $150 to $300, excluding overnight stabilization or critical care monitoring.
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 Texas, there are 38 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 Texas, where 38 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.