Exotic Pet Care

Birds and other exotic pets, like cats and dogs, benefit from regular veterinary care to help them live a long, happy and healthy life. Our veterinarians are well-versed in the special care and husbandry requirements, as well as the veterinary treatment of these species.

Our veterinarians will thoroughly review your companion's housing, nutrition and care during the initial wellness visit. A comprehensive physical examination will be performed. When necessary, health screening tests and vaccines will be discussed and recommended.

Our veterinarians will discuss any issues with husbandry, health or behaviour with you and answer any questions you may have. Recommendations will be based on the individual needs of your bird, reptile, or small mammal.

Our veterinarians can see birds and other exotic pets who have health or behavioural issues. Please call (250) 428-9494 ahead of time to confirm our veterinarian's availability. While we accept walk-in and work-in urgent care for exotic pets, there may be an additional fee if appointments are double-booked.

When you think of exotic mammals, you might think of monkeys and lemurs, but in veterinary medicine, this term can describe any mammal that is smaller than a dog or cat. Exotic mammals can be rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, chinchillas, rats, mice, hamsters and gerbils. Many exotic mammals are prey species in the wild, and consequently can be very good at hiding the signs of illness until it is quite advanced. This is why preventive veterinary care is so important.

The avian species involves any and all things related to birds. These small exotic animals have become popular pets for people seeking intelligent, affectionate companions with personality to spare.

Many birds are prey species in the wild and may hide signs of illness as a defense mechanism against predators. This makes consistent, qualified preventive veterinary care critical to their health and well-being.

Reptiles are air-breathing vertebrates. Covered in special skin made of bony plates, hard scales or a combination of both, they regularly shed an outer layer of skin. These can include iguanas, tortoises, lizards, turtles, snakes and more.

To give your pet reptile the best chance at a healthy life, habitat and diet must be meticulously maintained. Preventive care is also critical.