Reptiles & Exotics

 

We are one of the few veterinary practices in the area that will examine and treat reptiles and exotic pets.  Only a few of our vets offer this service, so we apologize if we are unable to accommodate you immediately with an appointment slot.  Because of the nature of exotic pets to hide illness, we do not want you to delay seeking treatment.  Please visit www.exoticpetvets.com to find another exotic vet quickly in northeast Ohio! 

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Our veterinary clinic is proud to offer specialized care for reptiles, providing experienced, compassionate treatment for snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, and other exotic pets. As reptile veterinarians, we understand that these unique animals have very specific needs when it comes to temperature, nutrition, habitat, and handling. We offer wellness exams, diagnostics, parasite screening, nutritional counseling, and treatment for common reptile illnesses, all in a calm, low-stress environment tailored to exotic pets. Our goal is to help reptile owners feel confident that their companions are receiving the knowledgeable, species-appropriate care they deserve.

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Whether you are caring for a bearded dragon, ball python, gecko, iguana, or turtle, our team will work closely with you to address health concerns, improve husbandry, and support a long, healthy life for your pet. We take the time to educate owners on proper enclosures, lighting, heating, and diet, because many reptile health problems can be prevented with the right setup at home. By choosing a veterinary office that treats reptiles, you ensure your pet is seen by professionals who understand exotic animal medicine and are committed to providing high-quality reptile veterinary care in your community.

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We offer routine exams, diagnostic bloodwork, fecal testing, humane euthanasia, and minor surgical procedures (including spay/neuter for most mammals).  Some of the common ailments we diagnose in exotic pets are ringworm, mites/fleas, respiratory infections, abscesses, dental problems, metabolic bone disease, GI stasis, stomatitis, parasites, and cancer. 

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Exotic pets require unique habitats, husbandry, and have very specialized care and diets.  If you are considering getting an exotic pet, please use our pet health library to help you research the care needed for these fascinating critters.  Some of the pets we see on a regular basis include rabbits, ferrets, reptiles, sugar gliders, turtles/tortoises, hamsters, chinchillas, snakes, guinea pigs, fennec foxes, rats, mice, and hedgehogs.

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Please note, we are NOT equipped to accommodate:  pot belly pigs for hoof trims, livestock, primates/monkeys, tarantulas, venomous snakes, “pet” wildlife such as raccoons, or large predators such as big cats/bears/wolves.  If you DO own an exotic pet that requires a special permit from the state of Ohio (wildlife permit, etc) – we require that you to bring a copy of the CURRENT permit to be placed in your pet’s file here.