Exotic Pet Veterinarian in Summit, NJ
Wellness exams, dental care and sick visits for rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles and other exotic pets.
Why Exotic Pets Need Routine Veterinary Care
Rabbits, guinea pigs and birds are prey animals, so they hide signs of illness until a problem is advanced. Rabbits and guinea pigs have teeth that never stop growing and can develop painful dental disease without the right diet and regular checks. Small changes in appetite, weight or droppings are often the first warning signs.
Housing and diet matter just as much as medicine. Birds need cages large enough to move and climb, with safe perches. Reptiles need the right heat, lighting and humidity, and diets range from leafy greens to insects or whole prey. Our team reviews your pet’s diet, enclosure and daily routine at every visit and recommends practical changes.
Exotic pet care at Summit Dog and Cat Hospital is led by Dr. Alina Tsavera, DVM, a graduate of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine with a special interest in exotic animals. We care for rabbits, guinea pigs and other small rodents, birds, reptiles and other nontraditional pets.
Most exotic pets should have a wellness exam every 6 to 12 months. Each visit includes a full physical exam, weight check, dental exam and a review of diet and housing, with lab tests when they are needed. We also provide vaccinations when the species needs them, and spay and neuter surgery when recommended; for female rabbits, spaying lowers the risk of uterine cancer, which is common in unspayed rabbits. When your pet is sick or injured, call us at (908) 273-2200. A rabbit or guinea pig that stops eating or passing droppings, or a bird sitting fluffed up on the cage floor, should be seen the same day.
Our Veterinary Team Helps Your Exotic Pet Thrive
Exotic pet care is easier when you have a veterinarian who knows your species. Pet owners from Summit and nearby towns such as Berkeley Heights, Chatham and Millburn bring their rabbits, birds and reptiles to our hospital on Morris Turnpike. Call (908) 273-2200 to book an exam with our veterinary team.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before your exotic pet's visit.
Does Summit Dog and Cat Hospital treat rabbits and other exotic pets?
Yes. Along with dogs and cats, Summit Dog and Cat Hospital in Summit, NJ treats rabbits, guinea pigs and other small rodents, birds and reptiles. Care includes wellness exams, dental checks, lab work, spay and neuter when recommended, and treatment for illness and injury. Call ahead to confirm care for your pet’s species.
Why do exotic pets need routine medical care?
Rabbits, guinea pigs and birds are prey animals that hide signs of illness until a problem is advanced. Rabbits and guinea pigs have teeth that never stop growing, and birds and reptiles depend on the right diet, lighting and temperature to stay healthy. Wellness exams every 6 to 12 months catch these problems early.
Who treats exotic pets at Summit Dog and Cat Hospital?
Exotic pet care at Summit Dog and Cat Hospital is led by Dr. Alina Tsavera, DVM, a graduate of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine with a special interest in exotic animals. She also sees patients for surgery and for preventive and urgent medicine, so exotic pets can receive a full range of care at the hospital.
What should I know about caring for exotic animals at home?
Feed a species appropriate diet, such as unlimited grass hay for rabbits and guinea pigs, and daily vitamin C for guinea pigs, which cannot make their own. Reptiles need correct heat, lighting and humidity. Watch appetite and droppings every day; a rabbit or guinea pig that stops eating or passing droppings needs to be seen the same day.
Where can I find an exotic animal vet near me in NJ?
Summit Dog and Cat Hospital is an exotic animal veterinarian at 16 Morris Turnpike in Summit, NJ, on the Summit and Short Hills border. It is a short drive for pet owners in Berkeley Heights, Chatham, Millburn and Springfield. Call (908) 273-2200 to book an exam for your rabbit, bird, reptile or small mammal.
Location & hours
Find us on
Morris Turnpike.
Open now until 6:00 pm
Office hours
Monday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Thursday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sunday
Closed
16 Morris Tpke, Summit, NJ 07901
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