South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital

South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital Leading vet for avian & exotic pets. Compassionate care, expert service. Tailored to unique needs. Welcome to South Texas Avian and Exotic Hospital!

We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new location, South Texas Avian and Exotic Hospital, dedicated exclusively to the care of avian and exotic species. As part of the renowned Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital family, our South Texas facility upholds the same commitment to excellence. Dr. Rob Coke, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Reptile and Amphibian), ACZM, CVA will be leading the team at our new South

Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital which is due to open in December! Dr. Coke is well-known for his expertise in zoological, exotic animal, and wildlife medicine. He has been the head veterinarian of the San Antonio Zoo for more than 20yrs and we are so lucky to have him on board! At South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital, we understand that these unique pets have different needs than traditional pets, and we are here to provide the specialized care they deserve. From birds and reptiles to small mammals, primates, and even fish, our team is equipped to treat a wide variety of species. Whether you are an exotic pet owner seeking the best care or a veterinarian looking to refer patients for specialized treatment, South Texas Avian and Exotic Hospital is here to serve you. We look forward to welcoming you and your extraordinary pets to our new facility! Warm regards,

The South Texas Avian and Exotic Hospital Team

We're excited to share that Board Certified Avian Specialist Dr. Natalie Antinoff will be working in clinic with us from...
06/10/2026

We're excited to share that Board Certified Avian Specialist Dr. Natalie Antinoff will be working in clinic with us from June 16th - 25th. Call us at 210-424-1871 if you'd like to schedule an appointment with her. ✨🦜✨

It’s always a good day when we get to see our sloth friends! 🦥✨This adorable two-toed sloth stopped by to visit Dr. Coke...
06/08/2026

It’s always a good day when we get to see our sloth friends! 🦥✨

This adorable two-toed sloth stopped by to visit Dr. Coke and the team for a social visit. These visits help desensitize them to the veterinary clinic atmosphere and make future appointments less stressful for everyone involved.

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Sharman Hoppes, one of our board-certified avian specialists, will be in clinic June ...
06/05/2026

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Sharman Hoppes, one of our board-certified avian specialists, will be in clinic June 11–12, 2026! 🦜✨

Appointments with Dr. Hoppes tend to fill quickly, so if you would like to schedule a visit, please give us a call at 210-424-1871.

Dropsy (also known as fish bloat) is a serious condition commonly seen in captive fish in which the body swells due to f...
06/03/2026

Dropsy (also known as fish bloat) is a serious condition commonly seen in captive fish in which the body swells due to fluid accumulation. Affected fish often appear bloated with raised, “pinecone-like” scales and may have significant difficulty swimming.

Dropsy is typically a symptom of an underlying issue such as bacterial infection, poor water quality, kidney dysfunction, parasites, or chronic stress. Because it can progress rapidly, prompt veterinary intervention is critical and may include water quality correction, dietary changes, and/or medications depending on the cause.

If your fish is showing signs such as difficulty swimming, lethargy, swelling, or loss of appetite, contact us to schedule an appointment with our board-certified exotic animal specialists.

Gabriella couldn’t hide her smile when this little joey came to visit! 🦘✨ Talk about a true “bundle of joy”!This adorabl...
06/01/2026

Gabriella couldn’t hide her smile when this little joey came to visit! 🦘✨ Talk about a true “bundle of joy”!

This adorable baby stopped by for a social visit to help familiarize the joey with the veterinary setting, making future appointments less stressful and more comfortable for both the joey and our staff.

It’s hard to believe that fully grown Red Kangaroos can reach up to 7 feet tall and weigh nearly 200 pounds!

Meet Angie! 🩺✨Angie is one of our newest veterinary technicians, and we are so excited to have her on the team! With an ...
05/29/2026

Meet Angie! 🩺✨

Angie is one of our newest veterinary technicians, and we are so excited to have her on the team! With an extensive background in exotic animal medicine, including both companion pets and wildlife, she brings a tremendous wealth of knowledge, experience, and compassion to our hospital. Her positive attitude and dedication to patient care have already made her a wonderful addition to the team.

Please help us give Angie a warm welcome!🦜🐢🐇

All hear the roar of the mighty Gecko! 🦖🌋 Rex gave us his best T-Rex impression after his visit with Dr. Coke for a hemi...
05/27/2026

All hear the roar of the mighty Gecko! 🦖🌋 Rex gave us his best T-Rex impression after his visit with Dr. Coke for a hemipenile plug removal. We'd be a little cranky too after something as private as that!

Hemipenal plugs are hard, waxy accumulations of seminal fluid, cellular debris, or shed skin that build up in the inverted hemipenes of male lizards. If you notice swelling between your gecko's legs, you should never try to extract these yourself. Instead, contact us to arrange an appointment with our board certified specialists.

Nyx, the Juvenile Americana Hen, is making waves in the poultry fashion world with her new vogue plastic necklace. It's ...
05/25/2026

Nyx, the Juvenile Americana Hen, is making waves in the poultry fashion world with her new vogue plastic necklace. It's absolutely not just an Elizabethan collar to stop her from picking at her ear infection. If you have a very fashionable bird that is having difficulty leaving an injury alone, come and see our stylists/veterinarians here to get in on the latest trend! 💄 💅 🐓

A White's Tree Frog named Nubz came in to see Dr. Coke due to a dark swelling of his forearm that had progressed recentl...
05/22/2026

A White's Tree Frog named Nubz came in to see Dr. Coke due to a dark swelling of his forearm that had progressed recently to the loss of the affected limb's toes. Dr. Coke was able to amputate the necrotic leg and send Nubz out the door with one less leg but a lot better prognosis. Nubz will continue to be under the care of the South Texas Avian and Exotic team until he's back to his regular hoppy (and happy) self!

We can’t overstate how sweet Ian, a 2-month-old Holland Lop, is! For any new bunny joining your home, we recommend sched...
05/20/2026

We can’t overstate how sweet Ian, a 2-month-old Holland Lop, is! For any new bunny joining your home, we recommend scheduling an establishing exam to ensure they’re in good overall health, get vaccines on track, and discuss spaying or neutering. Also so we can cuddle them...but mostly for the medical part, we promise! 🤞🐰

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8856 Broadway Suite 107
San Antonio, TX
78217

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Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm

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