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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Crysler Animal Hospital
12440 E US-40, Independence, MO 64055-5929
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Three Trails Animal Hospital
600 W 23rd St, Independence, MO 64055-1102
Belton 1
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Belton Animal Clinic & Exotic Care Center
1308 N Scott Ave, Belton, MO 64012
Blue Springs 1
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AniMed Animal Hospital
1715 SW MO-7, Blue Springs, MO 64014-3948
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Veterinary Care Center
16830 Chesterfield Airport Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63005-1404
Creve Coeur 1
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Creve Coeur Animal Hospital
12550 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141-6312
Ellisville 1
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Tri-City Animal & Bird Clinic
15646 Manchester Rd, Ellisville, MO 63011-2204
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Kansas City Veterinary Care
7240 Wornall Rd, Kansas City, MO 64114-1345
Raymore 1
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Raymore Animal Clinic
406 W Pine St, Raymore, MO 64083
Sedalia 1
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Thompson Hills Animal Clinic
1201 Thompson Blvd, Sedalia, MO 65301-2262
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- Avian Vets50
- Reptile Vets34
- Veterinarians for Exotic Pets and Birds11
- Exotic Animal Veterinary Care Clinics10
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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 Missouri, there are 10 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 Missouri, where 10 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.