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.
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Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center
730 Randolph Rd, Middletown, CT 06457
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Pieper Veterinary
150 Berlin St, Middletown, CT 06457-2666
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Fenton River Veterinary Hospital
73 West Stafford Rd, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
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Fenton River Veterinary Hospital
73 W Stafford Rd, Stafford Springs, CT 06076-1015
Ashford 1
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Fenton River North Veterinary Clinic
118 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT 06278-1420
Berlin 1
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Connecticut Veterinary Center
88 High Rd, Berlin, CT 06037-1236
Canton 1
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Roaring Brook Veterinary Hospital
60 Lovely St, Canton, CT 06019
Danbury 1
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Hat City Vets
44 Mill Plain Rd, Danbury, CT 06811-5140
Mon-Thu 9am-4pm, Fri 9am-1pm, Sat by appointment
Essex 1
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Essex Veterinary Clinic
114 Westbrook Rd, Essex, CT 06426
Granby 1
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Salmon Brook Veterinary Hospital
136 Salmon Brook St, Granby, CT 06035-2604
Harwinton 1
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Litchfield Hills Veterinary Hospital
172 Litchfield Rd, Harwinton, CT 06791
Madison 1
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Pieper Veterinary Madison Urgent Care
51 Boston Post Rd, Madison, CT 06443-2155
Norwalk 1
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Broad River Animal Hospital
89 New Canaan Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850-2615
South Windsor 1
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Fenton River Veterinary Service
71 Saginaw St, South Windsor, CT 06074-2121
Tolland 1
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Fenton River Veterinary Hospital
9 Fieldstone CMNS, Tolland, CT 06084-3418
Wallingford 1
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Yalesville Veterinary Hospital
322 Church St, Wallingford, CT 06492-2200
Also in Connecticut
- Avian Vets29
- Rabbit & Small Mammal Vets23
- Reptile Vets19
- Veterinarians for Exotic Pets and Birds16
- Exotic Animal Veterinary Care Clinics15
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists13
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialist Clinics12
- Exotic Animal Veterinarians Near You12
- Exotic Animal Hospitals and Veterinary Clinics12
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 Connecticut, there are 16 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 Connecticut, where 16 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.