Services
At CARE, we provide veterinary care for birds, reptiles, rabbits, rodents and other exotic companion animals.
Our services are guided by the patient’s species, history, environment and presenting concern. Depending on the case, care may include consultation, diagnostic testing, medical treatment, surgery, hospital admission or follow-up planning.
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General consultations are available for avian, reptile and exotic patients.
During a consultation, we assess the patient’s condition together with their history, diet, housing, behaviour and any recent changes noticed at home. This helps guide the most appropriate next step.
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Diagnostic testing may be recommended when more information is needed.
CARE’s diagnostic services include microscopy, blood analysis, radiography, ultrasonography and endoscopy. These tools help support clinical decision-making and treatment planning.
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CARE provides medical care, soft tissue surgery and orthopaedic surgery for avian, reptile and exotic patients.
Where needed, patients may be admitted for hospital care, monitoring, supportive treatment or post-operative recovery.
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Anaesthesia in birds, reptiles and exotic animals requires careful planning and monitoring.
CARE uses anaesthetic monitoring and support equipment suited to the needs of smaller and more specialised patients.
Hospital care
Some patients require admission for closer observation, treatment or recovery.
Hospital care may include supportive feeding, fluid therapy, medication, warmth, monitoring and species-appropriate handling, depending on the patient’s condition.
Boarding
Boarding requirements may vary depending on the species, housing needs and current health status of the animal.
Collaboration work
CARE also works with rescues, charities and selected collaborators involved in avian and exotic animal care.
This work forms part of the practice’s wider role in supporting responsible care for unusual species.
Satellite consultations
Once a month on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Once a month on Wednesday afternoons.
Appointments can be booked through the normal CARE phone number. Please tell the team which practice location you would like to visit.
If a patient needs admission, surgery or ICU care, transport to CARE’s main hospital may be arranged where appropriate.
