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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Animal Medical Clinic
4020 Babcock St S, Melbourne, FL 32901-8501
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Eau Gallie Veterinary Hospital
3605 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32935-2345
Orlando 2
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Exotic Animal Hospital of Orlando
1717 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL 32806-4934
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Exotic Animal Hospital of Orlando
24 W Sturtevant St, Orlando, FL 32806
Seminole 2
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Hope and Love Veterinary Hospital
9376 Oakhurst Rd, Seminole, FL 33776
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Oakhurst Veterinary Hospital
7785 Oakhurst Rd, Seminole, FL 33776-3812
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Boca Palms Animal Hospital
950 N Dixie Hwy, Boca Raton, FL 33432-1831
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Victoria Park Animal Hospital
626 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Fort Walton Beach 1
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All Creatures Animal Hospital
1021 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547
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Town & Country Veterinarians and Pet Resort
6980 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608-4721
Homosassa 1
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Homosassa Animal & Bird Hospital
8177 W Grover Cleveland Blvd, Homosassa, FL 34446-1114
Largo 1
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Hope and Love Veterinary Hospital
14308 Walsingham Rd, Largo, FL 33774-3329
Lutz 1
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New Tampa Animal Hospital
3511 E County Line Rd, Lutz, FL 33559
Maitland 1
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Maitland Animal Hospital
671 N Orlando Ave, Maitland, FL 32751-4475
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Courtenay Animal Hospital
2265 N Courtenay Pkwy, Merritt Island, FL 32953-4235
Navarre 1
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Navarre Animal Hospital
8172 Navarre Pkwy, Navarre, FL 32566
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Animal Care Center of Pasco County
4041 Little Rd, New Port Richey, FL 34655-1720
Ocala 1
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Ocala Central Veterinary Care
20 SW 87th Pl, Ocala, FL 34476-7110
Parrish 1
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Parrish Veterinary Clinic
12210 71st St E, Parrish, FL 34219-8698
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Avian & Exotic Animal Medical Center
12125 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156
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Punta Gorda Animal Hospital
25120 Marion Ave, Punta Gorda, FL 33950-4023
Safety Harbor 1
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Animal Hospital of Northwood
701 Enterprise Rd E, Safety Harbor, FL 34695-5303
Sanford 1
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Integrative Animal Hospital of Central Florida
255 Orange Blvd, Sanford, FL 32771-7498
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Avian & Exotic Animal Medical Center
6380 S Dixie Hwy, South Miami, FL 33143-4952
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Westside Animal Clinic
3501 Commercial Way, Spring Hill, FL 34606-2625
Valrico 1
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Valrico Animal Clinic
2914 Lithia Pinecrest Rd, Valrico, FL 33596-5627
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Pet Urgent Care of Wesley Chapel
27027 FL-56, Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
Also in Florida
- Rabbit & Small Mammal Vets181
- Avian Vets179
- Reptile Vets145
- Veterinarians for Exotic Pets and Birds47
- Exotic Animal Veterinary Care Clinics36
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Animal Specialists34
- Exotic Animal Hospitals and Veterinary Clinics29
- Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialist Clinics27
- Exotic Animal Veterinarians Near You23
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 Florida, there are 27 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 Florida, where 27 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.