Exotic Animal Hospital for Birds, Reptiles, & Pocket Pets

Expert Exotic Pet Care in Algonquin, Elgin, & Dundee, IL

Dogs and cats are our most frequent visitors, but we can also provide pocket pet*, avian and exotic vet care by appointment during non-emergency hours at our Dundee, Algonquin, and Elgin locations*. We hope that by offering these exotic animal hospital services, we can keep more pets healthy and happy, and educate their owners in caring for them properly.

Our exotic pet vets Dr. Adamo, Dr. Lupo, and Dr. O’Brien are well trained in treating less conventional pets. Your furry, scaled or feathered friend should see us routinely for wellness checks, imaging and diagnostics. Whether your ideal pet is a hedgehog, ferret, Scarlet macaw or hamster, they deserve the best treatment we can offer.

Before you adopt your new pet, it’s important to understand the responsibility they will require. Avians, exotics and pocket pets need lots of care and attention and should see their veterinarian at least once a year for a comprehensive exam.

*Due to allergies, we are only able to treat rabbits and guinea pigs at our Elgin location.

Avian Vet Care

Birds are social animals with very specific needs. If you recently adopted a bird, we need to see them for a physical exam, and may also recommend blood work or a fecal test. This allows us to determine a health baseline and check for signs of illness. Birds will instinctively hide their illnesses as a defense mechanism. Therefore, routine exams can help us catch problems early or prevent them altogether.

During the exam, your bird vet will discuss diet, housing, grooming and handling, and answer any questions you have. Other services we can provide for birds include wing and nail trimming. Beak trimming is not normally necessary for birds, but may be needed if they have a health or nutritional issue.

Caring For Your Exotic Pet

Exotic pet care applies to a range of species, from reptiles to ferrets. As with cats, dogs, and birds, we recommend annual health evaluations. Our exotic animal hospital also welcomes questions regarding their care, whether it relates to their feeding habits, behaviors, living arrangements or overall health. We may also perform a fecal exam and other diagnostics to check for diseases and parasites, which can be harmful to your pet if left untreated.

Pocket Pet Care

When it comes to pocket pets, looks are deceiving. Despite their small size, they need considerable space to accommodate their day-to-day activities, along with a climate-controlled environment. Pocket pets are sensitive to temperature changes and, like other animals, will try to hide any signs of illness. During their wellness exam, we would be happy to answer your questions about their diet, proper handling, habitat, socialization and behavior. If you need recommendations for appropriate housing or other aspects of your pet’s care, we would be glad to help you.

Due to allergies, we are only able to see or treat rabbits and guinea pigs at our Elgin location.

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The staff and veterinarians are great when we have questions and concerns regarding our pets. Our cat Lenny has been going through a lot, and they have always helped in trying to figure out what is wrong and reassuring us that it will get figured out as there are many different routes we can take. Therefore, it puts our mind at ease. They are always quick to respond if we need a call back and they care about our pets just as much as we do.I would recommend Dundee Animal Hospital to anyone as they always put the needs of our cats first.
Dr Kersting was impressive taking care of Churro's first vet visit! He advised us on best practices for training a puppy and gave her a thorough exam. He was kind and courteous, so was everyone in the front office! We will be recommending your office to all our fur-friends!
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Dr. Jeremy Larson at Dundee Animal Hospital in Elgin is hands down, the best veterinarian I have ever worked with!! His bedside manner toward our dog and us, his knowledge, thoroughness, timeliness -- its almost ridiculous and hard to believe he's real! 😂 I've heard about him over the years from others who use him as their vet. We had a slight emergency situation and he did not disappoint with his care!The vet techs were also so personable towards us and our dog as well. They make you feel like family.Front desk was friendly and very helpful.Thanks to this wonderful and caring team, we will be switching over to them going forward.Thanks for being so great at what you all do. It hasn't gone unnoticed ❤️
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Elgin

Mon: 8am – 6pm
Tue – Wed: 8am – 7pm
Thurs: Closed
Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm
Sun: Closed

11N250 N, Gale St.
Elgin, IL 60123

847-888-3933

Dundee

M, W, F: 8am – 6pm
Tue & Thu: 8am – 7pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm

Emergency Care Available 24/7

199 Penny Ave.
East Dundee, IL 60118

847-428-6114

Algonquin

Mon: 8am – 6pm
Tue – Wed: 8am – 7pm
Thurs: Closed
Fri: 8am – 6pm
Sat: 8am – 4:30pm
Sun: Closed

2565 W. Algonquin Rd.
Algonquin, IL 60102

847-658-7787

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