{"id":3269,"date":"2022-11-24T00:11:24","date_gmt":"2022-11-24T05:11:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.vetetnous.com\/soins-specialises\/oiseaux-et-animaux-exotiques\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T10:29:17","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:29:17","slug":"birds-and-exotic-pets","status":"publish","type":"soins_spec","link":"https:\/\/www.vetetnous.com\/en\/specialized-services\/birds-and-exotic-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"Birds and Exotic Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Our team at Centre V\u00e9t\u00e9rinaire Laval is specializing in birds and exotic animals is always ready to welcome you, whether you are referred by your family veterinarian or when your animal has an accident. Thanks to our state-of-the-art equipment, the expertise of our veterinarians and the hard work of our animal health technicians, we remain available to take care of your animal as if it were our own.<\/p>\n<p>My pet is sick\u2026but is it an emergency? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vetetnous.com\/en\/blogue\/exotics\/dear-doctor-my-pet-is-sick-but-is-it-an-emergency\/\"><strong>Read our useful guide<\/strong><\/a> to recognize the signs of illness in your exotic pet and know when to consult in emergency.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Please note that the specialty department is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our team of general practice veterinarians is available 24\/7 to stabilize emergencies.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our team accommodates most exotic animals:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Birds<\/li>\n<li>Small mammals\n<ul>\n<li>Rabbits<\/li>\n<li>Ferrets<\/li>\n<li>Hedgehogs<\/li>\n<li>Rodents<\/li>\n<li>Sugar gliders<\/li>\n<li>Etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Reptiles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Why should I consult a veterinarian with expertise in exotic animals?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\">Birds, reptiles, and small mammals have physiological, nutritional, and environmental needs that differ significantly from those of dogs and cats. Species-specific <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\">expertise<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\"> allows for a more <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\">accurate<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW28262752 BCX0\"> assessment of their health.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW28262752 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Do exotic animals hide their symptoms when they are sick?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW169643058 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169643058 BCX0\">Many species may show very subtle signs of illness. Changes in appetite, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW169643058 BCX0\">behavior<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169643058 BCX0\">, breathing, stool, activity level, or weight can therefore be significant and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169643058 BCX0\">warrant<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW169643058 BCX0\"> a veterinary consultation.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW169643058 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Do you offer preventive care for exotic animals?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW164182380 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164182380 BCX0\">Yes. A physical examination allows the veterinarian to assess the animal&#8217;s overall health, as well as their diet, environment, and living conditions, which are particularly important for exotic species.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW164182380 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Can I seek emergency care for an exotic animal?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW243822426 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW243822426 BCX0\">Yes. The specialized team at Centre <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW243822426 BCX0\">V\u00e9t\u00e9rinaire<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW243822426 BCX0\"> Laval can see exotic animals through referrals or for emergencies. 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