Accepted Species List

We provide care for a wide range of companion exotic animals. If you have an unusual species not listed, please contact our ZES clinicians before scheduling.

• Companion Birds: Parrots, canaries, finches, doves, pigeons, toucans, toucanettes, and domestic chickens, quail, turkeys, ducks, and geese.
• Companion Small Mammals: Rabbits, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rats, mice, degus, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, ferrets, pet prairie dogs, pet opossums, and domestic pet skunks. Pot-bellied pigs are also accepted within ZES weight limits (< 50 lbs).
• Companion Reptiles: Non-venomous turtles, tortoises, lizards, and snakes.
• Companion Amphibians: Frogs, toads, salamanders, newts, and axolotls.
• Other Companion Animals: Tarantulas and other invertebrates are accepted on a case-by-case basis.

We do not accept venomous reptiles, crocodilians, or Old-World primates. We also do not accept native wildlife species, including feral wildlife with a rabies risk, such as raccoons, skunks, foxes, and bats. For native wildlife, please refer to Cedar Run Wildlife Center in Medford, NJ.

What to Expect: Appointments & Emergencies

Current Hospital Capabilities

As a new teaching hospital, we are growing and expanding our services. Currently, we are able to see a limited number of patients due to the absence of overnight care and limited diagnostic capabilities at this time. Our capabilities will continue to expand as our hospital grows.

If You Suspect an Emergency

We can handle a wide range of urgent cases. If you have an emergency, please call us immediately at 856-256-6000 during business hours.

For after-hours emergencies or when hospitalization is required for unstable patients, we may need to refer you to another hospital until we get that service running.

Preparation is Key: Species-Specific Questionnaires

To ensure we provide the best possible care during your appointment, we require that you complete a species-specific questionnaire in advance. This allows our team to review your pet's history before your visit, making your appointment more efficient and effective.

• When scheduling your appointment, be sure you recieve your questionnaire
  • Specific Species: Avian, Amphibian, Rabbits, Reptiles, Ferrets, Small Mammals, Hedgehog, and Fish
  • Exotics Toxicity Intake
  • Rabbit RHDV₂ Exposure
  • High Pathogenic Avian Influence (HPAI) Risk form (for outdoor poultry and waterfowl)

Please complete the appropriate questionnaire prior to your appointment. You can submit it via email or bring a printed copy with you.

• Accreditations and Affiliations: Rowan University, Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine. As a service, we are affiliated with and adhere to the standards of the leading professional organizations in zoo and exotic veterinary medicine, including the AAZV, AAV, ARAV, AEMV, and AAFV.
• Additional Statement: As a teaching hospital, our services contribute to the education of the next generation of veterinary professionals, ensuring the future of animal care.