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Rabbit & Small Mammal Vets in South Dakota

6 of the 7 exotic pet vets we track in South Dakota have small-mammal care. Full listings for every city are on the South Dakota page.

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Google's vet listings only separate 'exotic animal' from 'general practice' — there's no field for which species a clinic actually treats, and rabbits and guinea pigs need different expertise (and often different anesthesia protocols) than birds or reptiles. Every vet on this page is confirmed from the clinic's own website or services list to treat rabbits and other small mammals, not just labeled 'exotic' in general.

Hot Springs 1

  1. Fall River Veterinary Clinic

    27618 Scenic Rd, Hot Springs, SD 57747-7327

    Rabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
    Call Website

Pierre 1

  1. All Creatures Animal Hospital

    1415 N Harrison Ave, Pierre, SD 57501-2315

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Rapid City 1

  1. All Creatures Veterinary Hospital

    1825 Clear View Ln, Rapid City, SD 57702-4350

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

    Rabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Sioux Falls 1

  1. Faithful Friends Veterinary Care

    3642 S Southeastern Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57103-7123

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Spearfish 1

  1. Animal Care Center Of Spearfish

    316 W Highway 14, Spearfish, SD 57783-9511

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website

Yankton 1

  1. Lewis and Clark Veterinary Clinic

    504 E 2nd St, Yankton, SD 57078-4422

    Mon 8am-5pm, Tue 8am-5pm, Wed 8am-5pm, Thu 8am-5pm, Fri 8am-5pm

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website
Call ahead to confirm rabbit-safe anesthesia experience. Rabbits and other small mammals have delicate GI systems and specific anesthesia risks, so ask whether the vet has hands-on surgical experience with them, not just general small-mammal familiarity.

Good to know

Do regular vets treat rabbits?

Many general practice vets will see rabbits for basic wellness checks, but rabbits have specialized dietary and anesthesia needs that not every general vet is trained for. For dental issues, GI stasis, or surgery, it's worth confirming the vet has specific small-mammal experience beforehand.

How do I find a vet who treats guinea pigs?

Look for a clinic that explicitly lists guinea pigs or "small mammals" among the species it treats, since "exotic vet" can otherwise just mean birds or reptiles. Calling the clinic directly and asking is the most reliable way to confirm before booking.

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 South Dakota, there are 6 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 South Dakota, where 6 listed exotic veterinarians are available to assist with their unique care needs.