Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital
Avian and Exotic Animal Medicine and Surgery with a Passion!
Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital provides veterinary care for all avian and exotic animals in Skokie, Illinois, serving the entire Chicago area as well as Southern Wisconsin and Western Indiana. The facility maintains a state-of-the-art facility designed specifically for avian and exotic animals! Exotic pets like rabbits, ferrets, reptiles, birds, fish, hedgehogs, and guinea pigs have special care needs and Chicago Exotics specializes in meeting those needs. The clinic operate a full service avian and exotic animal hospital featuring Dr. Susan Horton, Dr. Melissa Giese, Dr. Stephanie Moy, Dr. Dana Varble, Dr. Deanne Strat-Zenoni, Dr. Ellen Boyd, Dr. Jessica Byerly, and Dr. Amelia Baldwin. Their extensive knowledge and expertise with exotic species combines the best of personal and clinical experience. The practice's warm exotic ICU features avian incubators, reptilian incubators (aquatic and terrestrial), fish and amphibian ICU tanks, avian nebulizer units, and inline oxygen for all cages. The practice's in-house diagnostic capability includes full blood and chemistry work, cytology, radiology, endoscopy, ultrasound, CT scanning (Xoran CAT scan), and surgery. The practice offers the opportunity for unique species to receive competent and compassionate veterinary care. Cases are seen by appointment, but emergency patients are gladly accepted as the need arises. The clinic now offer acupuncture, chiropractic medicine, and Erchonia laser therapy as therapeutic options.
Exotic Species Treated at Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital
Includes: parrots, cockatiels, macaws, cockatoos, budgies, finches
Includes: bearded dragons, snakes, lizards, turtles, tortoises, geckos
Includes: rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, mice
Includes: frogs, toads, salamanders, axolotls, newts
Includes: koi, goldfish, tropical fish, all aquatic species
Includes: fennec foxes, red foxes, skunks, raccoons, potbelly pigs, kinkajous
Veterinary Services & Capabilities
wellness examinations
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
vaccinations (RHDV2 for rabbits, canine distemper for ferrets)
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
husbandry and housing consulting
Preventive & Husbandry Medicine
Xoran CT scan
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
digital radiography
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
ultrasound
Exotic Diagnostics & Imaging
soft tissue surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
orthopedic surgery
Surgical & Dental Care
After-Hours Online Triage & Exotic Pet Coverage Options
Need an Exotic Vet Right Now or After Hours?
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Offset Exotic Vet Exam, X-Ray & Surgery Bills
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Reptile UVB Lighting, Thermostats & Terrarium Supplies
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Pricing & Partner Disclosure: Any veterinary cost figures or savings ranges referenced on Exotic Vets are independent, aggregated industry estimates for informational purposes only, are not provided by any individual veterinary clinic, and are subject to change without notice. Always contact the clinic directly for current fees.
Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital Reviews & Pet Owner Feedback
4.8 out of 5
(based on 520 verified reviews)
Sarah J.
2024-11
Dr. Horton saved my rabbit's life! The RHDV2 vaccine was available here and the care was exceptional. Worth the drive from Wisconsin. Cannot recommend enough for rabbit owners!
Michael T.
2024-10
The CT scan capability is amazing! My bearded dragon needed advanced imaging and Chicago Exotics was the only place in the area that could do it. The radiologists provided detailed reports. Excellent facility!
Lisa K.
2024-09
Seven veterinarians specializing in exotics - unheard of! My parrot has been a patient here for 8 years. Dr. Giese is wonderful. The ICU saved my bird when he had a respiratory emergency. Forever grateful!
Exotic Vets Nearest to Skokie
Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital is the only exotic clinic we list in Illinois. These are the closest verified exotic clinics in other states. Distances are straight-line estimates.
- Arbor View Animal Hospital
Valparaiso, IN, about 46 miles away, emergency services
- Brook-Falls Veterinary Hospital & Exotic Care
Menomonee Falls, WI, about 81 miles away, emergency services
- UW Veterinary Care - Special Species Health Service
Madison, WI, about 111 miles away, emergency services
- Aboite Animal Hospital
Fort Wayne, IN, about 148 miles away, emergency services
- Avian & Exotic Animal Clinic
Indianapolis, IN, about 181 miles away, emergency services
- Parkway Small Animal & Exotic Hospital
Clinton Township, MI, about 249 miles away, emergency services
Before Your Visit: Care Guides for the Species Chicago Exotics Animal Hospital Treats
- Reptile Vet Near Me: What to Verify Before Booking
Before booking a reptile vet, confirm species experience, diagnostics, and fees, and bring temperature, UVB, and feeding records to the visit.
- Avian Vet Near Me: What a First Bird Visit Should Cover
What a first avian vet visit should include: history, weight, physical exam, diet and housing review, and which tests may be recommended.
- Rabbit Vet Near Me: Confirm Rabbit Experience Before the Visit
How to confirm a vet knows rabbits: anesthesia protocols, dental and molar checks, GI stasis care, and the questions to ask before booking.