Exotic Animals

Our practice is a true mixed animal practice. Keeping in harmony with the way that veterinarians and other healers have been saving all animals for thousands of years. We believe that knowing how to take care of all animals, both large and small, falls under the job description of every veterinarian. Just as we satisfy all of your domestic large and small animal needs, we can also satisfy your exotic mammal needs. From daily checkups to major surgery, your animals will be in the best of hands.

You would be hard pressed to find another veterinarian that has worked with as many different types of animals as our team. Just to name a few of the species: White Tail Deer, Sable, Red Stag, Kangaroo, Axis Deer, Nilgai, Rhinoceroses, Tigers, Giraffes, Gazelles, Kudu, Bongo, Impalla, Sable, Springboks, Nyalas, Zebras, Wildebeests, Bobcats, Cervals, and many more. See the picture below for an example of some of the advanced care we provide large exotic species.

Working with large hoof stock and exotics is one of our favorite things to do. Diagnostics, treatment, chemical immobilization (darting), and consulting is our focus. Dr Sam Wilkinson is one of the very few veterinarians in the unites states licensed to handle the ultra-potent opiates needed to immobilize many of the very large hoof stock and megavertibrates like Rhinoceros, Cape Buffalo, Elephants, and Giraffes. We work with many local breeders to help establish herd health plans and educate. Give us a call if you have problems or questions.