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Exotic Pet Veterinarians and Specialty Care in Tennessee

7 of the 69 exotic pet vets we track in Tennessee have exotic animal veterinary care. Full listings for every city are on the Tennessee page.

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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.

Collierville 1

  1. All Creatures Pet Hospital

    2050 W Poplar Ave, Collierville, TN 38017-0619

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

Cookeville 1

  1. Best Friends Veterinary Hospital

    650 S Jefferson Ave, Cookeville, TN 38501-4004

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website All Cookeville

Hermitage 1

  1. Lakeside Animal Hospital

    3954 Dodson Chapel Rd, Hermitage, TN 37076-3509

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Jackson 1

  1. North Madison Animal Hospital

    243 Oil Well Rd, Jackson, TN 38305-7924

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammalsExotic emergenciesHouse calls
    Call Website All Jackson

Murfreesboro 1

  1. Family Pet Health

    3923 Richard Reeves Dr, Murfreesboro, TN 37127-2910

    Rabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
    Call Website All Murfreesboro

Oak Ridge 1

  1. Jackson Square Animal Clinic

    201 W Tyrone Rd, Oak Ridge, TN 37830-6518

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Sevierville 1

  1. Tri County Veterinary Clinic

    1935 Boyds Creek Hwy, Sevierville, TN 37876

    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 Tennessee, there are 7 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 Tennessee, where 7 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.