Exotic Pet Care in Oklahoma City, OK
Expert care for birds, reptiles, and small mammals right here in Oklahoma City, OK.
Neel Veterinary Hospital provides wellness, urgent care, and advanced medicine for exotic pets under the leadership of Dr. Fryer (Head Exotics Veterinarian) with support from Dr. Wessels (Exotics Veterinarian). We’re open 24/7 for emergencies; for exotic cases specifically, please call ahead to confirm one of our exotics doctors is on duty.
Call: (405) 947-8387 • Open 24/7 for ER
Exotic Animals That We Treat:
- Small Mammals: rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs (incl. skinny pigs), rats, mice, hamsters, sugar gliders, fennec foxes, Savannah Cats,
- Birds: parrots (macaws, cockatoos, conures, Quakers), cockatiels, parakeets, finches, canaries, doves, pigeons, backyard poultry (chickens, ducks, geese)
- Reptiles: non-venomous snakes (ball pythons, corn/kingsnakes, boas), bearded dragons, geckos, chameleons, iguanas, skinks, tortoises & turtles, tegus, anoles, monitors
- Mini/Pot-bellied Pigs: wellness, hoof/skin care, diagnostics
- Select Non-Domestic Mammals (by permit): servals, raccoons, opossums, coatimundi, kinkajou
We do not see fish or amphibians.
We do not treat venomous (“hot”) snakes.
Some species require proof of ownership/permits; call us if you’re unsure.
Meet Our Exotics Team
Services for Exotic Pets
- Wellness & Routine Care: species-specific exams, nutrition & husbandry guidance, parasite screening, nail/wing trims (as appropriate).
- Vaccinations (species-appropriate):
- Rabbits: RHDV2 (Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease) vaccine by appointment (booster in 2–3 weeks for the initial series).
- Ferrets & Raccoons: Distemper vaccines as indicated.
- Large/Non-domestic Cats (e.g., servals): Tetanus and feline distemper (FVRCP) vaccines as recommended by the veterinarian.
- Advanced Diagnostics: digital X-rays, ultrasound (abdominal/cardiac), CT, endoscopy, in-house lab, digital cytology/pathology.
- Surgery & Procedures: soft-tissue surgery, mass removal/biopsy, wound care, fluid therapy.
- Critical Care/ICU: oxygen support, temperature/humidity control, pain management, species-specific nursing.
- Urgent & Emergency Care: trauma, respiratory distress, egg binding, GI stasis, toxin exposure. Please call before arrival so we can prepare.
When to See an Exotics Vet
- Birds: fluffed feathers, sitting low, voice change, abnormal droppings, breathing effort/tail-bobbing
- Rabbits/GPs: not eating/pooping, tooth grinding, bloat, hunched posture (possible GI stasis or dental pain)
- Reptiles: poor appetite after normal shed/temps, sunken eyes, lethargy, wheezing/mouth-breathing
- Ferrets/Pigs/Pocket Pets: sudden weakness, diarrhea, vomiting, wounds/trauma
If your pet seems painful, weak, open-mouth breathing, or not eating, call now. We can often triage and prepare before you arrive.
Preparing for Your Visit
- Bring enclosure photos and diet details (brand/amounts).
- Transport in a secure carrier; keep birds/reptiles warm and rabbits/guinea pigs cool & quiet.
- Bring a fresh stool sample if possible and prior medical records.
- For non-domestic species, bring permits/authorization.
Questions or scheduling: (405) 947-8387
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Do you take exotic emergencies?
Yes. We’re open 24/7. For exotic cases, call first to confirm one of our exotics doctors is on duty and so we can prep the right equipment.
Which exotic species do you treat?
Most small mammals, birds, and non-venomous reptiles, mini/pot-bellied pigs, and select non-domestic species (e.g., servals) with proper permits. We do not see fish/amphibians and do not treat venomous snakes.
Can you do ultrasound/CT for exotics?
Yes, digital X-rays, ultrasound (abdomen/echo), and CT are available and commonly used in exotic cases.
Do you offer vaccines for exotics?
Yes, RHDV2 for rabbits; distemper for ferrets and raccoons; tetanus and feline distemper (FVRCP) for appropriate large cats (e.g., servals) per the veterinarian’s plan.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease (RHDV2) Vaccine
- By appointment with Dr. Fryer.
- If your rabbit hasn’t been seen in the last 12 months, a physical exam is required at the vaccine visit.
- Initial series includes a booster 2–3 weeks after the first dose.
Do you provide husbandry and nutrition consults?
Absolutely. Proper temperature, humidity, UVB, enclosure size, enrichment, and diet prevent many illnesses. Bring enclosure photos for your visit.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Vaccine
Beginning Monday June 6th, 2022, we will be able to provide our rabbit patients the Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Vaccine by appointment only with Dr. Fryer. If we have not seen your rabbit within the last 12 months, we will require a physical exam to be completed during the vaccine appointment. This vaccine will require a booster to be given 2-3 weeks after the initial vaccine.
Please fill out the form below if you would like to request an appointment for this vaccine specifically for RBD.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Vaccine Appointment Request
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