Monday-Friday: 8.30am-6pm
Saturday: 9am-5pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm
Public Holidays: Closed
Our Services
General Health Check
Microchipping
Surgery and Anaesthesia
Sterilisation (Desexing)
Dentistry
General Health Check
Keeping unusual pets can be a fascinating and rewarding experience. However, it is important to ensure that your pet is healthy and that their husbandry requirements are met.
Unfortunately, there is a great deal of misinformation about exotic pets. Many people need to be made aware of the unique needs of exotic pet care. Our veterinary practice is among the few that have experience and expertise in the healthcare and husbandry needs of extraordinary animals.
Microchipping
Microchipping your exotic pet is the safest and most reliable form of permanent identification. The microchip is about the size of a grain of rice and stores a unique code connected to your information. This code is then registered in the national registry so that if your pet gets lost, it can be quickly reunited with you.
Surgery and Anaesthesia
Surgery is often necessary to treat a range of diseases that affect exotic pets. We reduce the risks of anaesthesia as much as possible to ensure a comfortable, safe and smooth procedure for your pet. The patients we see are unique, and having the right anaesthetic equipment and surgical knowledge is essential for optimal patient outcomes and a smooth and comfortable recovery.
Sterilisation (Desexing)
Sterilisation (otherwise known as desexing or neutering) is recommended for many exotic pets to prevent a variety of illnesses, health problems and behavioural issues later in life.
We recommend that rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs and rats be routinely desexed to prevent various issues. In some cases, sterilising your reptile or bird is also indicated for preventing some diseases.
Dentistry
Our pet dental care checks for rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and dragons are provided using specialised equipment that allows us to carry out a wide range of dental procedures on exotic pets to stop the buildup of dental disease and to treat impacted, overgrown, infected, and abscessed teeth. We highly recommend regular dental checks to keep plaque and tartar buildup to a minimum.
Sexing
Nail Clipping
Wing Clipping
Beak Corrections
Faecal Testing
Laboratory Testing & Diagnostic Imaging
Sexing
When people own multiple pets, they often need to determine the sex of their animals so that they can avoid breeding or allow breeding to occur. There are many different methods used to determine the sex of a pet, and these methods depend on the age and species of the animal.
Nail Clipping
We provide services for regular nail clipping for rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets, many birds, some reptiles, and some rats. These pets, particularly those kept indoors, often don’t wear down their nails as they would if they were out in the wild. Nail clipping is a necessary and highly recommended practice that can prevent sharp, overgrown nails and painful curling.
Wing Clipping
Wing clipping is a service that requires careful consideration, which is why we suggest you talk to your avian veterinarian about the reasons you are clipping the wings, and what outcome you are hoping to achieve. We provide free wing-clipping with a health check consultation, or we can do it alone for a small fee.
Beak Corrections
Our beak correction procedure is second to none – we use a specialised burr that mimics natural erosion to gently and accurately sculpt the beak to its ideal state, where the top and bottom beaks meet in perfect alignment. With this technique, you can be sure that you are getting the best care for your bird!
Faecal Testing
We understand how important it is to accurately assess a pet’s health. As such, we offer four different types of faecal tests: a faecal gram stain, a faecal wet preparation, a faecal suspension, and a faecal float. By performing these tests together, we can get a more comprehensive overview of any issues your pet may be facing.
Laboratory Testing & Diagnostic Imaging
Our clinics are equipped with state-of-the-art laboratory and imaging technology, making diagnosing your pet’s health issues quickly and more efficient. These cutting-edge tools allow us to quickly and accurately assess your pet’s health, providing peace of mind and ensuring that your pet receives the proper care and treatment they need.
Dr Josh moved to Australia from New York in 1999 after completing a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. Here, he completed his Veterinary Science degr…
Dr Stefanie graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Veterinary Science in 2018. Before pursuing a career in veterinary medicine,…
Dr Catherine has been an animal lover since she was young and has kept many types of pets over her life. She has always loved animals, however, her special interest is in birds …
Dr Liz graduated from Massey University in New Zealand in 2013 and holds a membership in Avian Health, Medicine and Surgery for Unusual Pets. She has lived in Auckland working w…
Veterinary Nurse Jayde began nursing in 2013 and worked in a small animal general practice for 12 months before transferring to Australia Zoo where she was the senior nurse for …
Sarah is a veterinary nurse and has been working in the veterinary industry for around 11 years. She began her journey in the veterinary world at just 14 years old working in gener…
Veterinary nurse Lana, wanted to work with animals since she was a little girl and grew up with a menagerie of pets. She started vet nursing in 2011 and instantly knew this was …
Harry graduated from the University of Queensland in 2019 with a Bachelor of Veterinary Technology where he found a passion for exotic animals and specifically birds. Harry is a fi…
Yolande first knew that she loved exotic animals when she spent a month volunteering in Zimbabwe at a wildlife orphanage looking after their reptiles and native birds. She has a…
Leela’s love of all things furry, feathery, scaly and slimy began at a very young age. Growing up in rural Queensland, she was surrounded by various pets and wildlife.
Kelsey is a member of the Veterinary Nurse Council of Australia (VNCA) and a registered veterinary nurse with the Australian Veterinary Nurse and Technician (AVNAT) Registration…
Krystal has always known since a young age that she wanted to work with animals and help care for them. Krystal’s parents helped foster this passion of hers by taking her to z…
Vet Nurse Marie Veterinary Nurse and 4th Year Vet Student Since moving to Australia from England when at the age of 7, is when Marie’s fascination with wildlife and in …
Animal Attendant Jess I have loved being around animals since before I could walk and can remember the feeling of utmost joy that has come with every new pet I have owned. I have w…
Based in Brisbane, with clients all over Queensland, our Jindalee clinic has been operating since 2019 and has gained a rapid reputation for treating exotic pets. Clients all over Queensland and the border of NSW trust our Jindalee clinic because of the unique and exceptional care we provide.
From parrots and birds, reptiles, mice and rats, amphibians, insects and guinea pigs; our vet experts will help your exotic pet achieve optimal health and wellness.
Our experienced and friendly staff will ensure your pet receives the personal treatment they deserve. We provide a comprehensive service for your exotic pet, from diagnosis and treatment to care plans tailored to your pet’s specific needs.
Our staff of skilled professionals will ensure that your pet is given the best possible care.
We help you make sure your exotic pet is getting everything he or she needs through our guidance and sound advice on nutrition and husbandry.
Our Jindalee clinic is equipped and supported by on-site, state-of-the-art laboratory, surgical and anaesthesia facilities.
We provide top quality veterinary services for exotic animals.
Testimonials
Excellent Service, Caring and Professional Advice
Excellent service, caring and professional advice, and very good handling for our pet bird, on our first visit today at The Unusual Pet Vets, Jindalee. Very helpful, and they also provided further reading for us via email after our appointment regarding a few things we asked about. All staff were lovely and friendly – from the initial phone booking (you can do internet bookings too) to and including the consult. Thank you very much – we’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend.
Lisa Hack
Client – Jindalee
Absolutely love The Unusual Pet Vets Jindalee. Our two piggies have needed care over the past few years, and I can totally trust The Unusual Pet Vet with that care. Both have had different operations for different diagnoses and being 4years old I was concerned with operating on them however the care undertaken throughout the operation and beyond got them through and back to optimal health quickly. Highly recommend this vet for your Unusual Pet.
Stacy Casten
Client – Jindalee
I wholeheartedly trust my vets and nurses at UPV Jindalee, it makes me so reassured that my birdies are in great hands.
Joanne Palmer
Client – Jindalee
Awesome staff, great vibes! they work so hard to look after our little ones, and not many people realise how hard it is sometimes! I’ve seen most of the vets in there and they are all very knowledgeable and friendly. Always having the animal’s best interest at heart. Definitely worth every penny and drop of fuel as I drive 40 mins to an hour just to see them!
Victoria Roehrig
Client – Jindalee
I can’t rate The Unusual Pet Vets high enough. The Jindalee team have cared for various mice and every time we have sought their help each staff member has blown us away with their kindness, compassion, and professionalism.
I highly recommend TUPV for anyone with a furry, feathered, scaly, sticky, or hairy friend. Thanks team!
Kate Steel
Client – Jindalee
Dr Josh and Nurse Harry did an amazing job looking after our Quaker Parrot Bella when she hurt her beak. The team were so accommodating, and I was impressed with Dr Josh’s handling of Bella and his thorough assessment of her condition. He made her feel safe and calm. They sent us home with a solid plan and showed us how to give her medicine. They even called us the next day to see how we were. Bella is feeling heaps better! Thank you so much!