I visited with my wife Vanessa regarding our ferret Chunt several years ago (2023) We knew he was entering late stage adrenals and insulanoma. (This is common in ferrets due to strict breeding regulations meaning that Marshall pets and their tiny genetic pool for breeding cause… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
The Bird & Exotic Hospital
Emergency vet
6147 Lake Worth Rd, Greenacres, FL 33463Palm Beach CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2022(veterinary premises permit VE6392, held by South Florida Exotic Veterinary Services LLC)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.60 | 191 | |
| Yelp | 4.40 | 30 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.57. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.95 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.66.
- What 17 reviews say about care: +0.14 stars.
- Result: 4.80 stars = 92 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIReviewers frequently describe the clinic as a highly skilled facility specializing in exotic pets like birds, reptiles, and small mammals. Multiple owners report that the staff is exceptionally knowledgeable and provides attentive care for various species.
Often praised
- Several reviewers praise the staff's expertise with diverse exotic animals.
- Multiple reviewers mention the kindness and professionalism of the front desk and nursing staff.
- Several reviewers highlight the clinic's ability to handle emergency cases effectively.
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Oct 25, 2026. It can be wrong: read the reviews for the full picture.
What reviews mention
Each review is read for the topics it talks about. Bars show how many of those mentions were positive (green, from the left) or negative (red, from the right).
- Front desk and staff
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (12) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (5) mentions
- Treatment results
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (5) mentions
- Explaining options
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions
From 17 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
Reviews
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I had a wonderful experience at Bird and Exotic Hospital with Dr. Jena Dicharry. From the start, everything was incredibly organized. They sent forms ahead of time, so when I arrived there was no need to repeat information, which made the visit feel smooth and thoughtful. The… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
This hospital is great!! Dr. Dicharry Van Houten was very knowledgeable about turtles and took great care of my baby Shelly, who is feeling much better. View on Google (opens in new tab)
The best exotic vet you can get for your pets. I’ve been bringing my ferrets here for about 4 years, maybe even longer, and they have always been incredibly caring, attentive, and wonderful with them. Simply the best in Palm Beach County. View on Google (opens in new tab)
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