Call before you drive. An exotic animal veterinarian is not on duty at every hour in every hospital. Tell the team the species and the problem, and ask whether they can see your pet now or which hospital can.
Emergency hospitals that see exotic pets near Stockton
All Creatures Veterinary Emergency Clinic
Emergency hours vary, call first7707 West Lane Suite A, Stockton, CA 95210Exotic petsICUEmergency surgeryCareCreditWhat the hospital says: “We Provide Care For Exotic Pets Too!”
Verified November 4, 20263.1 miles(209) 472-7387VEG Elk Grove
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group9141 West Stockton Boulevard, Elk Grove, CA 95758Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “We treat all kinds of pets; including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals.”
Verified November 4, 202631 miles(916) 500-5731VEG San Ramon
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group2431 San Ramon Valley Boulevard, San Ramon, CA 94583Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202639 miles(925) 718-7771VEG Pleasant Hill
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group622 Contra Costa Blvd suite a, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523Exotic petsWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202641 miles(925) 384-2110VEG Folsom
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group1860 Prairie City Road, Folsom, CA 95630Exotic petsEmergency surgeryBlood transfusionWalk-insCareCreditScratchpayWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202647 miles(916) 238-6021VEG San Jose
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group725 Ridder Park Drive, San Jose, CA 95131Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202652 miles(408) 834-8180VEG Roseville
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group1220 Roseville Pkwy, Roseville, CA 95678Exotic petsWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202655 miles(916) 269-4163VEG Palo Alto
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group3903 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202659 miles(650) 999-3505
Listed only where the hospital's own website says it treats exotic species; the quote shows the wording. Distances are straight-line from the center of Stockton. For dogs and cats, see all emergency vets in Stockton.
While you travel
- Birds: keep the bird warm (a covered carrier in a warm car) and quiet; do not offer food or water if it is weak or breathing with effort.
- Rabbits: a rabbit that stops eating or passing droppings for 12 hours needs the same-day attention of a veterinarian.
- Reptiles: transport in a secure, ventilated container at the animal's normal temperature range; avoid overheating in the car.
Poison emergencies
If you think your pet swallowed something toxic
Call one of the two national animal poison lines while you get ready to leave. Both are staffed by veterinary toxicology specialists around the clock; expect a consultation fee per case.
ASPCA (888) 426-4435 Helpline (855) 764-7661
Numbers checked on the official ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline sites, November 2026. What to do while you call. Dose calculators: chocolate, xylitol, grapes and raisins, ibuprofen.