Avian & Exotic Pets

FAQ's for Care of Exotic Pets

We provide routine wellness and preventive care services for your bird or other exotic pet at Mt. Yonah Animal Hospital. Exotic pets can be seen for medical or behavioral issues as well.

• Wellness & Preventive Care

  Much like cats and dogs, birds and other exotic pets benefit from regular veterinary care to help live a long, happy, and healthy life. Our vets are trained in the unique care and husbandry needs and veterinary treatment of these species.

  During the initial wellness visit, our vet will thoroughly review your pet’s housing, nutrition, and care. A complete and thorough physical exam will be performed. Health screening tests and vaccines will be discussed and recommended when indicated. Our vet will discuss any husbandry, health, or behavior concerns with you and answer any questions you might have. Recommendations will be tailored to the needs of your pet and their family.

• What can I expect at an exotic appointment?

  When you bring your exotic mammal in for a routine exam, we will assess the overall health of your pet. We will perform a thorough physical examination, recommend the appropriate preventive care, and answer any questions you may have about your pet to help ensure their health and longevity.

• Sick Pet Appointments & Daytime Emergencies

  Our veterinarian can examine birds and other exotic pets with health or behavior issues. If possible, please call (706) 219-1212 ahead of time to check on our veterinarian's availability. While we accept walk-in and work-in emergencies for exotic pets, if appointments are double-booked, there may be an additional fee.

• What is an exotic mammal?

  Rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, chinchillas, rats, mice, hamsters, and gerbils are examples of exotic mammals. Many exotic pets are prey species in the wild, and as a result, they can hide illness symptoms until it is quite advanced, which is why preventive veterinary care is critical.

• What is the avian species?

  The avian species encompasses everything that has to do with birds. These small exotic animals have grown in popularity as pets among those looking for intelligent, affectionate companions with plenty of personalities.

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

Exotics We Treat

At Mt. Yonah Animal Hospital, we provide dedicated veterinary care for many types of exotic pets, including:

Birds

Parrots, finches, canaries, backyard poultry, and others.

Exotic Mammals

Ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hamsters, gerbils, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, and others.