Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital
Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital is a general practice practice in Chicago, IL.
About
Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital, established in 1985, was the first facility in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to avian and exotic animals. Its doctors and staff are specially trained to address the individualized needs of these unique patients. The hospital provides advanced care including surgery and dentistry, alongside general wellness services such as checkups, vaccinations, and diet and nutrition counseling. They also offer diagnostic services like radiography and laboratory testing.
The clinic serves exotic pet owners from Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan, Indiana, and Iowa, with a primary location in Elmwood Park, serving the greater Chicago area. While specializing in exotic pets, they also provide after-hours emergency care for dogs and cats. The hospital runs a veterinary student extern program, hosting students and international veterinarians to learn about exotic animal practice.
Photos
Photos via Google · Katie Fricano, Ranee Vargas, Svitlana Varakuta, Agnieszka Jurczak, Nayomie Ballance
Frequently asked questions
- What types of exotic pets does Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital treat?
- Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital provides veterinary care for a wide range of exotic pets. This includes birds, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, and sugar gliders. They also treat various rodents such as rats, hamsters, and gerbils, as well as reptiles like snakes, frogs, toads, bearded dragons, chameleons, geckos, iguanas, turtles, and tortoises.
- Does Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital offer emergency services for common household pets?
- Yes, Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital provides emergency pet care after hours for dogs and cats. While their primary focus is on avian and exotic animals, they extend their emergency services to these common household pets during non-standard hours. This ensures a broader range of animals can receive urgent attention when needed.
- What surgical procedures are available at Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital?
- Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital offers various surgical services for their unique patients. These include soft tissue surgery, which can be performed for most non-joint or bone-related medical reasons. Additionally, the hospital provides spay and neuter procedures, which are recommended to promote longer, healthier lives for pets and help manage the stray animal population.
- Can Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital assist with pet travel documentation?
- Yes, Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital is a federally accredited veterinarian practice that can issue travel certificates. They provide domestic health certificates for pets traveling within the USA and international health and acclimation certificates for pets going out of the country. These services ensure healthy pets can travel with their owners, meeting necessary regulations.
- Does Midwest Bird and Exotic Animal Hospital offer educational opportunities for veterinary students or international veterinarians?
- Yes, the clinic has maintained a veterinary student extern program for over a decade, providing students with opportunities to learn and work with exotic animals in a clinical setting. Students from various U.S. and international veterinary schools have participated. Additionally, international veterinarians visit the hospital to gain insights into exotic animal practice in the U.S.