Best bird and exotic pet vets in Upper North Shore
Last updatedTurramurra Veterinary Hospital leads this list of bird and exotic pet vets on the Upper North Shore, because it names birds among its patients and has imaging and lab tests on site. The clinics differ in which animals they name, how late they open and where they are based. Match the clinic to your animal first, then check the hours against your week.
Quick picks in Upper North Shore
- Best for birds with X-ray and lab work on site: Turramurra Veterinary Hospital names birds among the animals it sees, and its X-ray equipment and pathology lab are on the premises.
- Best for birds and rabbits needing surgery: Ark Veterinary Hospital lists birds and rabbits under exotic pet care, and visitors praise its surgical work.
- Best for rabbit owners in Thornleigh: Parkes Street Vet (Sydney) names rabbits in its listing and does its own surgery and dental checks.
Best bird and exotic pet vets in Upper North Shore, ranked
#1Turramurra Veterinary Hospital for birds, with X-ray and a lab on site
Late nightsExotic petsBased in TurramurraTurramurra Veterinary Hospital sees birds alongside dogs and cats, and its listing names birds among its patients. The X-ray equipment and pathology lab are on the premises, so imaging and lab tests happen at the same clinic. The clinic is based in Turramurra and opens 7am to 8pm on weekdays and until 4pm on Saturdays. Its own pages also name a pet behaviour consultant, and visitors say the vets take time to explain what is happening. The licence number isn't published.
#2Ark Veterinary Hospital for birds and rabbits, with surgery in house
Exotic petsBased in LindfieldArk Veterinary Hospital in Lindfield treats birds and rabbits as well as dogs and cats, through its exotic pet service. Its services include surgery, dental care and pathology, and visitors praise its knee and ear operations. The clinic opens 8am to 7pm on weekdays and 9am to 2pm on Saturdays, and it is closed on Sundays. Boarding and grooming are also offered, so a pet can stay or be groomed at the same clinic.
#3Parkes Street Vet (Sydney) for rabbits, with dental work on site
Exotic petsBased in ThornleighParkes Street Vet (Sydney) is based in Thornleigh and names rabbits, dogs and cats in its listing, but doesn't name birds. Its dental room is custom built with X-ray equipment, and it runs free dental checks through the year alongside in-house surgery. Non-medical Happy Vet Visits help pets get comfortable, and telemedicine consultations are available for advice. It opens weekdays from 8:30am to 6pm and Saturdays from 9am to 1pm.
Compare bird and exotic pet vets in Upper North Shore
The table shows where each clinic is based, its late or after-hours cover, and whether it names birds, rabbits or other exotic animals.
| Vet | Based in | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turramurra Veterinary Hospital | Turramurra | Late nights | – | ✓ | ★ 4.9 (373) |
| Ark Veterinary Hospital | Lindfield | – | – | ✓ | ★ 4.8 (166) |
| Parkes Street Vet (Sydney) | Thornleigh | – | – | ✓ | ★ 5.0 (68) |
24/7* : listed as open 24 hours, but the business doesn't say 24/7 itself. Late nights: open to 8pm or later at least three days a week. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked bird and exotic pet vets in Upper North Shore
Ranking weighed the exotic animals each clinic names, the exotic care it lists and its customer score, which counts for more when more customers left feedback. Every pick's own pages were checked for this kind of care. None of the clinics publish a licence number, so that didn't separate them.
Bird and exotic pet vets in Upper North Shore: FAQ
Which bird vets on the Upper North Shore also see rabbits?
Ark Veterinary Hospital in Lindfield lists birds and rabbits under its exotic pet care. Parkes Street Vet (Sydney) lists rabbits too, though its listing doesn't mention birds.
Where do bird emergencies go after hours near Turramurra?
Turramurra Veterinary Hospital sends out-of-hours emergencies to the Northside Emergency Veterinary Service on (02) 9452-2933, so phone first. That number also covers public holidays.
Which of these clinics are open on a Saturday?
Turramurra Veterinary Hospital, Ark Veterinary Hospital and Parkes Street Vet (Sydney) all open on Saturdays. Turramurra closes at 4pm, Ark at 2pm and Parkes Street Vet at 1pm.