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 Lansing
Emergency Veterinary Hospital
Open now · 24/75245 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Exotic petsCT or MRICareCreditScratchpayWhat the hospital says: “…Follow Follow Follow Home Services Emergency and Critical Care Exotic Medicine Medical Oncology All Other Services Referring Vets Education…”
Verified November 4, 202647 miles(734) 369-6446VEG Ann Arbor
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group3157 Ann Arbor-Saline Rd Suite D, Ann Arbor, MI 48103Exotic petsEmergency surgeryWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “…wounds, ear and eye infections, and constipation Exotic pet care: we treat all types of exotic pets, including reptiles, birds, turtles, snakes, lizards and more. End of…”
Verified November 4, 202652 miles(734) 219-9782VEG East Grand Rapids
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group3224 28th St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512Exotic petsWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202654 miles(616) 207-3721Animal Emergency Center
Open now · 24/724360 Novi Road, Novi, MI 48375Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insCareCreditScratchpayExam fee $134What the hospital says: “Avian & Exotic Care Exotic pets have special needs in the hospital.”
Verified November 4, 202658 miles(248) 348-1788
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 Lansing. For dogs and cats, see all emergency vets in Lansing.
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.