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Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialty Care in New York

11 of the 102 exotic pet vets we track in New York have exotic animal veterinary care. Full listings for every city are on the New York page.

11clinics
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102clinics statewide

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.

Astoria 1

  1. Steinway Court Veterinarian

    32-41 Steinway St, Astoria, NY 11103

    Birds & parrots
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Baldwin 1

  1. Baldwin Animal Hospital

    1864 Grand Ave, Baldwin, NY 11510-2427

    Birds & parrotsHouse calls
    Call Website

Bedford Hills 1

  1. Veterinary Center for Birds and Exotics

    709 Bedford Rd, Bedford Hills, NY 10507-1546

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammalsBoard-certified (ABVP)
    Call Website

East Moriches 1

  1. Eastport Animal Hospital

    50 Montauk Hwy, East Moriches, NY 11940

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Fayetteville 1

  1. Fayetteville Veterinary Hospital

    8122 East Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066

    Birds & parrots
    Call Website

Huntington Station 1

  1. Huntington Animal Hospital

    113 Walt Whitman Rd, Huntington Station, NY 11746-4105

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website All Huntington Station

Newburgh 1

  1. West End Veterinary Office

    41 Fullerton Ave, Newburgh, NY 12550

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website All Newburgh

Queensbury 1

  1. Countryside Veterinary Medical Group

    454 Queensbury Ave, Queensbury, NY 12804

    Rabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Suffern 1

  1. Suffern Animal Hospital

    6 Chestnut St, Suffern, NY 10901-5426

    Rabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Vestal 1

  1. Vestal Veterinary Hospital

    2316 Vestal Pkwy E, Vestal, NY 13850-1949

    Birds & parrotsReptiles
    Call Website

Wilton 1

  1. Saratoga Veterinary Hospital

    693 US-9, Wilton, NY 12831-2508

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website
Emergency protocols vary: Many exotic practices operate during standard business hours only, requiring after-hours urgent care to be directed to regional veterinary emergency centers.

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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 New York, there are 11 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 New York, where 11 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.