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| - I guess it's time to update my review as I've been bringing my pet chickens to AZ Exotic Animal Hospital for two years now! Oh, how time flies! I went from 4 hens to 11 hens and 1 rooster, and I have only gotten crazier about my birds over the last few years. To say I'm a crazy chicken lady would be an understatement. My chickens are my pets and I'll do anything within reason to keep them healthy and happy.
After my first experience with AZ Exotic Animal Hospital (as described in my first review), I've had 5 or 6 appointments for various chicken ailments including a torn comb (red dangly thing under their chin), tapeworm infection, an egg stuck inside, and a paralyzed leg. The entire staff here is so friendly and helpful. The techs and vets really know their stuff and provide great advice. I've seen Dr. Bjornebo, Dr. Starks and Dr. Lamb, along with techs Justin and Rebecca.
Unfortunately I've had to euthanize two chickens in recent months due to incurable illnesses that caused suffering. The professionalism and kindness shown to me throughout the process were remarkable. The doctors and vet techs reassured me that I was making the right decision, even if it was the hard choice. They held my hand and gave me a hug as I cried. They offered to do a foot print of each chicken and pull some of their feathers for me to keep. A few days after I put down my chickens, I received a condolence card in the mail.
Same day appointments are readily available, and CARE credit is accepted (0 interest financing for a few months, depending on the total bill cost). My only complaint is their services are expensive, but that's not surprising due to the high level of care they provide and their specialized training. I'd expect similar prices for any other exotic vet, but even if I found someone cheaper I don't think I'd switch providers.
I 100% recommend AZ Exotic Animal Hospital to any chicken owner and could only assume that they provide the same quality of care to other exotic animals. Thank you for your help keeping my flock healthy! And thank you for your kindness when I had to euthanize my birds. While I hope I don't have to return anytime soon, I know my future visits will be as pleasant as possible.
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