Clinics in this section offer dedicated medical care, surgery, and diagnostics for non-traditional pets, including birds, reptiles, amphibians, and small mammals. Veterinary staff at these facilities frequently hold certifications from professional organizations like the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV) or Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV). Before scheduling an appointment, check whether the clinic handles your specific species, as some locations only take pocket pets or avian patients.
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
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
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
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
Greenbrae 1
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Redwood Pet Clinic
2104 Redwood Hwy, Greenbrae, CA 94904
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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
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Annelise Spira, DVM
10737 Venice Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90034-6215
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
Palmdale 1
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All Care Pet Clinic
3135 Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93551-5500
Rancho Murieta 1
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Murieta Pet Hospital
7245 Murieta Dr, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683
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B Street Veterinary Hospital
2675 B St, San Diego, CA 92102-1021
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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 Veterinary Care Clinics42
- Exotic Animal Hospitals and Veterinary Clinics39
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists37
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialist Clinics30
- Exotic Animal Veterinarians Near You29
Good to know
How much does a routine exotic vet exam cost?
Initial wellness exams for exotic pets typically cost between $75 and $150. Specialized diagnostics such as fecal parasite screens, avian blood panels, or digital X-rays add $100 to $350 to the total visit cost.
Which species fall under exotic pet veterinary care?
Exotic care covers small mammals (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, chinchillas), birds (parrots, songbirds, poultry), reptiles (bearded dragons, geckos, snakes, turtles), and amphibians. Most clinics do not treat native wildlife, primates, or venomous species.
What should I bring to an exotic pet's first appointment?
Transport your pet in a secure, temperature-regulated carrier or container suitable for their species. Bring a fresh stool sample collected within 12 hours, photos of their home habitat setup, and a list of their current diet and supplements.
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 32 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 32 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.