Avian Veterinarians

See also our list of emergency veterinary hospitals.

Recent articles written by leaders in the avian veterinary field strongly recommend that you establish a relationship with an avian vet before you have an emergency. They offer that many vets will attend to emergencies for their own clients, so establishing a relationship between your bird and a vet is a wise idea. Also, they recommend that you bring your bird in to perform a well-bird exam, record weight and perform lab tests. They recommend a complete blood count and perhaps, a blood chemistry panel on your bird, so they will have a basis of comparison for the tests if it does become ill.

Also, an avian vet may uncover subclinical illness or disease that is not yet making the bird ill enough that it is noticeable. By uncovering and treating subclinical illness, it is possible to avert many disasters and emergencies that could make a bird "crash" which usually occurs on weekends, evenings and holidays! Taking your bird for periodic checkups is the best insurance you can have for maintaining your bird's health.

Medical Reference

American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
Association of Avian Veterinarians

Find an avian vet near you

Below is a list of some avian veterinarians that Mickaboo has worked with in the past and can recommend. This list is ordered by area code, for your convenience.

NOTE: We do not endorse any of these veterinarians to the exclusion of others.  This list is simply meant to give you a good starting off point. To locate another avian vet near you visit the Association of Avian Veterinarians website.