Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists (GCVS)

Avian & Exotics is the only service at GCVS that also offers routine wellness examinations, in addition to providing second opinions for advanced cases, and providing emergency care. This ensures your exotic pet receives comprehensive preventative care along with advanced treatments.

Stress-Free Hospitalization & Specialized Care

Should your exotic pet require hospitalization, they’ll receive 24-hour care in a dedicated ward designed to minimize stress while receiving the treatments they need to recover. Our cages are customized to meet the specific needs of avian and exotic patients, ensuring their comfort. Our experienced technicians provide not only expert medical care but also husbandry consultations to help optimize your pet’s health at home.

Species We Treat

We cater to a wide range of species, including:

• Birds: Parrots, passerines, poultry (chickens, waterfowl, turkeys), toucans, birds of prey, young ratites, Columbiform (doves, pigeons)

• Reptiles: Lizards, turtles, tortoises, snakes

• Amphibians: Frogs, toads, newts, salamanders

• Small Mammals: Rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, hamsters, sugar gliders, prairie dogs, gerbils

• Fish & Invertebrates: Evaluated on a case-by-case basis

*Please note: We do not treat venomous snakes, large pigs, primates, big cats (such as lions and tigers), and wildlife. By Texas law, we are not able to see wild animals unless the owner has a valid rehabilitation license. If you have found a sick or injured wild animal, we can provide you with a list of local wildlife rehabilitation services in the Houston area.