Exotics Care - Vet in Lake City | Vet in Live Oak

Exotics Care

Gold-Standard Puppy & Kitten Care.

Species We See:

We currently welcome the following exotic pets:

Birds (parrots, canaries, cockatiels, etc.)
Reptiles (turtles, lizards, snakes)
Amphibians (frogs, toads, salamanders)
Small mammals (rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, hamsters, rats, chinchillas)
Fish (basic guidance and minor aquatic consultations)
Select invertebrates (tarantulas, hermit crabs, etc.)
Please call for additional availability

Our exotic pet services include:

Wellness exams and annual checkups
Diagnostic testing (bloodwork, fecal exams, imaging)
Nutritional counseling
Habitat and husbandry guidance
Medical and surgical care
Emergency and urgent care (call for availability)
Behavioral consultations

At Caring Hands Animal Hospital, we’re proud to expand our services to include compassionate, expert care for exotic pets. Whether feathered, scaled, or small and furry, your unique companion deserves the same high-quality veterinary care as cats and dogs. Our experienced team is trained in the specialized needs of a wide variety of exotic species.

Services Offered:

We offer puppy & kitten packages to help you get them started on the right path for their annual care. These packages include all wellness care that they will need in the first year of life; microchip placement, first dose of flea/tick & heartworm prevention; you can even add on the spay or neuter surgery, if desired!

Why Choose Us for Exotic Pet Care?

Gentle, fear-free handling techniques
Species-specific medical knowledge and training
Access to specialized diagnostic tools
A team that listens, educates, and partners with exotic pet owners

Appointment Info

Appointments for exotic pets are available by request. Please call us at 386-362-2614 for our Live Oak location or 386-752-8899 for our Lake City location or book online to schedule your visit. Some species may require special accommodations, so we appreciate advance notice.

Appointment Info

Appointments for exotic pets are available by request. Please call us at 386-362-2614 for our Live Oak location or 386-752-8899 for our Lake City location or book online to schedule your visit. Some species may require special accommodations, so we appreciate advance notice.