Avian & Exotics
NorthStar VETS®‘ Avian and Exotics Department is dedicated to the health and well-being of birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, and small mammals (often called “pocket pets”). Our expertise in this specialty is highly regarded—in addition to caring for avian and exotic domestic pets, we work with area zoos, aquariums, animal refuges, rescues, and wildlife sanctuaries.
The Avian and Exotic Pets We Care for Include:
- Amphibians
- Birds of all types
- Birds of Prey
- Chickens
- Crows
- Parrots
- Pigeons
- Ravens
- Songbirds
- Waterfowl
- Chinchillas
- Degus
- Ferrets
- Fish
- Guinea pigs
- Hamsters
- Hedgehogs
- Insects
- Lizards
- Mice
- Mini/Pot Belly Pigs under 50 lbs.
- Prairie Dogs
- Rabbits
- Raccoons
- Rats
- Snakes (non-venomous)
- Skunks
- Spiders
- Sugar gliders
- Turtles/Tortoises
- Other Zoological Animals
The Services We Provide for Avian and Exotic Animals
Our avian and exotics veterinarians provide routine medical care including wellness visits with consultations regarding husbandry (care, breeding, and diet). Our other services include:
- Diagnosis and management of medical, behavioral, and geriatric problems
- Emergency and trauma treatment
- Hospitalization with specialized intensive care
- Annual examinations and preventative care
- Orthopedic repair
- Dental services including routine cleaning, trimming, and extractions
- Sophisticated diagnostic capabilities including ultrasound, CT, Fluoroscopy, MRI, endoscopy (gastrointestinal, tracheal, coelomic, urinary, nasal, and pulmonary), and laparoscopic biopsy
- Spaying/neutering
- Advanced surgical services, including minimally invasive techniques
The Conditions We Treat in Avian and Exotic Pets
Our team has significant experience in diagnosing species-specific medical conditions and providing the most appropriate and leading-edge medical and surgical treatments.
To Refer a Patient or Schedule a Consultation With Our Avian & Exotics Department:
Pet Parents
Call 609-259-8300 or contact exotics@northstarvets.com to schedule your appointment and complete pre-consultation paperwork.
Referring Veterinarians
To make a referral or consultation, please call NorthStar VETS at 609-259-8300 or contact exotics@northstarvets.com.
