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Anaheim

Parkview Veterinary Hospital
571 E. Franklin St., Suite #C
Monterey, CA 93940

Website: www.parkviewvet.net

office telephone  (831) 372-2672

Dr. Lawmaster is very friendly and knowledgeable. He spent a lot of time teaching me the basics about birds. I would strongly recommend him for anyone looking for a good avian vet in Orange County. He also specializes in other exotic animals.

referred by: Pete Wann   PJ453@aol.com

 

Bakersfield

Dr. Norman Lohr
2007 Niles St.
Bakersfield, CA 93305

office telephone # 661/327-9516

I live in Bakersfield and take all of my FIDS to Dr. Lohr.  He is compassionate and caring, but most of all he understands that pets are just like our children.

 referred by: Lupe and Fids lupe_phoenix@hotmail.com

Claremont

Dr. Ann McDowell
Chaparral Pet Hospital
915 West Foothill Blvd., #A.
Claremont, CA  91711

Office phone# 909/625-1561

Dr. McDowell is the best.  She is kind, caring and proficient.

referred by JJ

I have used her services for many years and could not ask for a better vet. I hope I can find one, here in Texas, that is as good and understanding as she is.

referred by: Bob Queen  pionus@gvtc.com

referred by: Bill Malacarne & Virginia Suiters bngbirds@mminternet.com

 

Davis

The Veterinary Staff at UC Davis- Companion Avian Service
1 Garrod Dr
Davis, CA 95616

office phone # 530-752-1393

All of the doctors in the avian department are great doctors who care about their clients and their clients' best friends.

Escondido

Geoffrey R Smith, DVM
Circle R Animal Clinic
8751 Old Castle Rd
Escondido, CA 92026

office phone # 760/749-7979

I've had parrots and other types of birds, as well as reptiles and dogs for almost 20 years and have been taking my animals to Dr. Smith for almost that long.  He takes excellent care of them all, has a wonderful {"bedside" manner, is very pleasant and easy to work with and his rates are very reasonable.

referred by: Amy birdcrazy52@yahoo.com

Hawthorne

Dr. Walter J. Rosskopf, DVM, DIPL-ABVP-Avian
4871 W. Rosecrans Avenue
Hawthorne, CA  90250

office phone # 310/679-0693

Dr. R is one of the finest Avian vets in California!  He is a gentle, loving and caring vet, that will go that extra mile to help your beloved pet, regardless of its species! Dr. R also has his own question/answer website for all bird-related questions! He has helped save hundreds of birds, just by his caring way, in suggesting necessary treatment by their own vet.  He has many, many pictures of customers on his walls, some even very famous people!

I highly recommend Dr. R. as your regular vet, as well as avian!

referred by: Lynn Ketner  bk899@lafn.org

referred by: Karen Lee Allen  birdsnmor@aol.com

 

Lafayette

Dr. Julie Cummings
Four Seasons Vet Hospital
3210 Old Tunnel Road
Lafayette, CA 

office phone # 925/938-7700

Dr. Cummings is terrific. I highly recommend her. We take all of our animals to her. She is particularly good with birds.

referred by: Doug Smith  doug@dougweb.com

 

Lake Forest

Scott Weldy DVM
21771 Lake Forest Dr.
# 111
Lake Forest, CA  92630

office phone # 949/855-9744

Wonderful! Takes his time with you and your fid, explains everything.  does not just grab your baby and take him/her into another room, leaving you to wonder what's happening.

referred by: Alexandra Zarkadas  alexandra.zarkadas@eds.com

 

Los Gatos

Hilary Stern, DVM
Fern Van Sant, DVM
For The Birds
1136 South De Anza Boulevard, suite B
San Jose, CA 95129

office phone # (408) 255-1739

www.forthebirdsdvm.com

Dr. Van Sant treats only birds.  Her staff is very helpful and will go the "extra" mile.  Her office is extremely busy because of the extraordinary care that she gives.  She is also board certified.

referred by: D.H Gordon  dianebird@iwon.com

Considered one of the best avian vets in California.  Her staff is excellent, efficient and gentle with all bird species.  All of my eight parrots love going to see Fern and her partner Dr. Hilary Stern.

referred by: Sharon Chester wanderingalbatross@earthlink.net

Los Osos

Dr. Susan Choy
Dr. Patrice Boroughs
2021 11th St.
Los Osos, CA  93402

office phone # 805/528-0693

VERY good with birds.  Does local wildlife too.

referred by: Debi Schmidt  otisbird@fix.net

 

Monterey

Mike Murray, DVM
Aviian and Exotic Clinic of Monterey
Monterey, CA

office # 831/647-1147

Dr. Murray is the veterinarian from whom I learned much about the birds that I treat in my practice.  He is one of the top 5 Avian vets in the country.  He is also very down to earth and always willing to help.  When I am out of my depth with an Avian or exotic case, I refer to Dr. Murray.

referred by: John N Quick, DVM drquick@animalcarecentermh.com

 

Parkview Veterinary Hospital - Dr. Cynthia Nichols
571 E. Franklin St. Suite C
Monterrey, CA

Dr Nichols specializes in dogs, cats. avians and exotics.

 

Norco

Hannis Stoddard III, DVM
3195 Hamner Ave.
Norco, CA 91760

office phone # 909/371-7120

I can only say that I would, and have, put the life of any one of my precious birds in his hands.  He is skilled, an excellent diagnostician, caring, compassionate, and stops at nothing to try to find a solution/cure to a problem.

refereed by: Diana Craven dcraven@blechercollins.com

 

Novato

Dr. Scott Simms
Pegasus Vet Clinic
618 Atherton Ave
Novato, CA 

office phone #  415/897-6511

Though this vet lists himself as a horse vet, he has birds of his own.  Every time I have taken my birds to him, he has been honest, willing to meet after hours (you can plan an emergency), knowledgeable and affordable.

referred by: Dyan Kelly   Dazed44733@aol.com

 

Dr. Galvin
15 Hamilton Dr.
Novato, CA 94949

office phone# 415/883-4626

I have been bringing my birds to Dr. Galvin since 1991. I never cease to be amazed with the fact, that no matter how busy he is, he takes the time to communicate with you in a kind and compassionate manner.  He understands that with most pet owners, these pets are not simply "animals", but important members of the family.  He is very knowledgeable, and treats the animals with respect and kindness.  His rates are more than reasonable, with an annual checkup currently costing $40.00, this includes rudimentary blood work.  I brought my African Grey, Horus, in ill recently and know for a fact that what he charged was a tiny fraction of what the same service would have cost elsewhere.  Appointments can sometimes run a little late because he is so popular, but the wait is well worth it, as there are many off beat works of art around the office to look at.

referred by: Sandra  Horakhti@yahoo.com

 

Oakland

Dr. Harris
1961 Mountain Rd.
Oakland, CA  94611

office phone # 510/339-8600

Dr. Harris treats all of my birds.  I don't believe he is board certified but is very knowledgeable.  He has his very own birdie exam room and has been treating birds for years.  He is very kind and gentle, with birds, and breeds Greenwing Macaws as a hobby.

referred by: Roxanne Deurloo  rdeurloo@flash.net

 

Oakley

Brian L. Speer, DVM, DIP, ABVP, ECAMS
The Medical Center For Birds
3807 Main Street
Oakley, CA  94561

office phone # 925/625-1878

Brian Speer is one of this country's leading avian veterinarians.  He is board-certified, both here in the US, and again in Europe. there are only a handful of veterinarians throughout the world who have qualified to "double-certify". Brian Speer is one of only a couple in the United States itself, with these certifications. Dr. Speer is in high demand as a lecturer throughout the world and has been invited to share his knowledge with others. He has co-authored the book, "The Large Macaw" and "Birds for Dummies", in addition to authoring numerous articles about diagnostic approaches to avian medicine as well as preventative healthcare for birds.  He believes in educating, not only the public, but other veterinarians in the avian industry and consults with them on a daily basis.  You will not find a finer avian veterinarian anywhere else in the United States.

referred by: Terrae L Sullivan   vetnurse@jps.net

referred by: Pepper M Smith BirdLadyBug@webtv.net

 

Oceanside

Geoffrey R Smith, DVM
Temple Heights Animal Hospital
4750 Oceanside Blvd.
Oceanside, CA 92056

office phone # 760/630-3590

I've had parrots and other types of birds, as well as reptiles and dogs for almost 20 years and have been taking my animals to Dr. Smith for almost that long.  He takes excellent care of them all, has a wonderful {"bedside" manner, is very pleasant and easy to work with and his rates are very reasonable.

referred by: Amy birdcrazy52@yahoo.com

Palmdale

Dr. Lynn McEwan
38568 6th Street East
Palmdale, CA  93590

Office phone# 661/273-1555

Dr. McEwan has been a very big help to my birds. He may not be board-certified but has studies extensively and has a lot of knowledge about birds. He is also very willing to learn. he has my highest recommendation and I would never worry about my birds being in his care.

referred by: Pam Mason  Toomommy@aol.com

I have worked for Doc McEwan for over 15 years as a Vet Tech. I hand raised a pair of "orphaned" ravens that are now happy and healthy adolescent birds.  They are consumate joy and never cease to delight us with their antics. "The Boys" fly freely above our home thanks to the care and advice of a great avian vet.  Call us, we care!

referred by: Sylvia Pavich kittee@qnet.com

 

 

Petaluma

Dave Rupiper, DVM
East Petaluma Animal Hospital
1420-B South McDowell Blvd.
Petaluma, CA  94954

 

My personal choice for a bird vet.  I am so sorry he moved from Tarzana to Petaluma.He is without a doubt the kindest, most considerate (and ethical) vet I have ever met and is absolutely wonderful with birds.

 

Pleasanton

Darryl Wolf, DVM
Amador Valley Veterinary Hospital
1809 M Santa Anita Rd
Pleasanton, CA 94536

office telephone # 925/462-3646

Knowledgeable, thorough, with great respect and consideration for the bird.

referred by: Shelly Bohannon avian-antics@home.com

San Diego

Dr. Jeffrey Jenkins
2317 Hotel Circle south, Suite C
San Diego, CA  92108

Office Phone # 619/260-1412

Dr. Jenkins has cared for all of my birds, throughout the years.Knowing that he is here to care for my FIDS gives me great peace of mind.

referred by Cathie marker  lulub@home.com

 

San Francisco

Bridget Ferguson, DVM
2145 Taraval St.
San Francisco, CA  94116

office phone # 415/566-4359

Great vet! Very good at explaining what is going on.

referred by Kevin Severud  Kevin@severud.org

 

Santa Clara

Kent Littlehale D.V.M.
830 Keily Blvd
Santa Clara, CA  95051

office phone # 408/296-5857

Wonderful Avian Vet!

referred by; Dana

 

Santa Cruz

Dr. Blake Milan
All Pets Vet clinic
1226 Soquel Ave.
Santa Cruz, CA  95062

office phone # 831/425-0945

Dr. Milam is a wonderful, caring avian vet.

referred by: Jo Reidda  parotdse@pacbell.net

 

Santa Monica

Frank Lavac, DVM
2421 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401

office telephone # 310/828-4587

He's a Great Avian Specialist!

referred by: Marie Stafford mariparrot@aol.com

 

Santa Rosa

Joel Blumberg
2002 Fourth St
Santa Rosa, CA 95403

office telephone # 707/544-1313

Very knowledgeable and thorough.

referred by: Shirley Jones shirley@dragonglen.com

Saratoga

Dr. Barros
Saratoga Ave.
Saratoga, Ca 

office phone # 408/246-1370

I switched to this avian vet because another one in the area was bad. My African Grey was sick, he (Dr. Barros) referred me to UCDAVIS and I got good information from them. He doesn't try to make you spend money on a lot of tests.  He tries one thing at a time.

referred by: Adeline Mendoza    lenamendoza@juno.com

 

Tarzana

Capri Plaza Pet Center
19588 Ventura Blvd.
Tarzana, CA  91356

Office Phone# 818/881-6344

Dr. Tifany Margolin
Dr. Max Weiss

Capri Plaza is my first choice for any bird problems, or even something as simple as a "Well Bird" exam. I've never seen  vets that are more skilled, talented, caring, etc. 

referred by Jill Bernards  babybirds@scvinet.com

 

These two are my vets and have been very knowledgeable and helpful in taking care of my flock.

referred by Pam Mason  Toomommy@aol.com

 

Torrance

Robert M Kaufman, DVM
2078 Torrance Blvd
Torrance, CA 90501

office phone# 310/328-3733

Dr. Kaufman is just the best! He performed a C-section and hysterectomy on my Umbrella Cockatoo (caused by an egg that had broken inside her body) and she came through with flying colors.  I couldn't have asked for better care.  His staff are all so kind and friendly.  The greatest thing about Dr. Kaufman is that he keeps you informed and makes sure to return phone calls.  No waiting and worrying.  I highly recommend Dr. Kaufman to anyone looking for an excellent avian vet.

referred by: Pam

 

 

 

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