Feathers, scales, or fuzz — every member of the family deserves a great veterinarian, not just the cats and dogs. Family Animal Hospital is proud to offer exotic pet care in Friendswood, TX for the birds, reptiles, and small mammals that make life a little more interesting. If it can walk, hop, slither, or fly through our door, we’d love to meet it.
Expert Exotic Pet Care for Birds, Reptiles, and More in Friendswood, TX
Exotic pets aren’t simply pint-sized cats and dogs — they have specialized needs that many general practices aren’t equipped to meet. Our team happily welcomes reptiles, birds, and pocket pets like rabbits, guinea pigs, and ferrets, along with some larger companions such as potbellied pigs and goats. As a locally owned, family-run practice, we bring the same warmth and careful attention to your bearded dragon or budgie that we bring to every patient who comes through our doors.
Services for Our Exotic Patients
Whatever your one-of-a-kind companion needs, we’re here to help with:
- Wellness exams
- Spay and neuter (available for most species — just call for specifics)
- Sexing
- Lab work and bloodwork
- Radiographs (X-rays)
- Treatment for illness and injury
A Gentle, Low-Stress Visit
We know a trip to the vet can be stressful for animals who’d rather stay tucked in their enclosures, so we keep handling gentle and calm from start to finish. From a first nose-to-beak (or nose-to-snout) exam for a new addition to ongoing care for a long-time friend, we take the time to answer your questions and tailor our recommendations to your specific pet. No question is too small — these animals are our passion, and we love helping their people care for them well.
Husbandry Is the Heart of Exotic Health
Here’s something many new owners don’t realize: the majority of health problems in exotic pets trace back to husbandry — the everyday details of diet, housing, temperature, and general care. A chameleon can become ill without the right water delivery system, and other species struggle without specific vitamin and mineral supplements. Because these needs are so easy to miss, we always encourage researching the time, diet, and cost involved before bringing an exotic home — and scheduling a wellness exam soon after you do.
A little prevention goes a long way toward a long, healthy life for these fascinating creatures. Whether you’re new to exotic ownership or simply looking for a veterinarian who genuinely understands your unconventional companion, we’d be glad to welcome you both to the Family Animal Hospital family.