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 Hartford
Connecticut Veterinary Center
Open now · 24/7470 Oakwood Ave, West Hartford, CT 06110Exotic petsBlood transfusionWhat the hospital says: “…and Oral Care The Importance of Pet Grooming How to Adopt a New Pet Exotic Animal Medicine Flea Prevention and Care Picking your Perfect Puppy Equine: Dentistry…”
Verified November 4, 20262.6 miles(860) 233-8564Pieper Veterinary
Open now · 24/7730 Randolph Rd, Middletown, CT 06457Exotic petsCT or MRIBlood transfusionCareCreditWhat the hospital says: “…Our Team Message Your Care Team Referring Vets Book Now Online Store Avian & Exotic Pet Veterinary Care Find an ER Location Find a Location and Book Call Now:…”
Verified November 4, 202616 miles(860) 347-8387Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH)
Open now · 24/7134 Capital Drive, West Springfield, MA 01089Exotic petsICUEmergency surgeryCT or MRIBlood transfusionWhat the hospital says: “…Profile Dr. Emily Velez DVM, ABVP Avian & Exotics View Profile Pets We Treat The Avian & Exotics service at Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH)…”
Verified November 4, 202626 miles(413) 665-4911Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital
Open now · 24/7141 Greenfield Rd, Deerfield, MA 01373Exotic petsICUEmergency surgeryCT or MRIBlood transfusionWhat the hospital says: “…Profile Dr. Emily Velez DVM, ABVP Avian & Exotics View Profile Pets We Treat The Avian & Exotics service at Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH)…”
Verified November 4, 202650 miles(413) 665-4911VEG Shrewsbury
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group196 Boston Turnpike, Shrewsbury, MA 01545Exotic petsEmergency surgeryWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202660 miles(508) 653-4700
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 Hartford. For dogs and cats, see all emergency vets in Hartford.
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.