Animal Ark Animal Hospital is able to provide a variety of customized exotic pet care services here in Franklin, TN for rabbits, ferrets, and various rodents, as well as birds, reptiles and amphibians. Like dogs and cats, exotic pet species also have a wide range of healthcare needs, and require routine checkups with a qualified vet to ensure that they remain disease-free, pain-free, and happy. In addition to providing preventive care to protect your companion from disease, our respectful and responsive team can also administer treatment for common illnesses.
Animal Ark Animal Hospital provides specialized exotic pet care, avian medicine, reptile wellness, and pocket pet veterinary services in Franklin, Tennessee. Led by Dr. Monica Chen, DVM, CVA, who has a special clinical interest in birds, reptiles, amphibians, and integrative medicine, our independently owned hospital offers comprehensive wellness exams, RHDV2 rabbit vaccinations, habitat enrichment guidance, exotic dental care, and disease prevention.
Exotic Species Treated: Birds & Avian Patients, Reptiles & Amphibians, Rabbits & Guinea Pigs, Ferrets, Chinchillas, Rats, Mice, and Small Rodents.
Service Area & Surrounding Radius: Located on W McEwen Dr in Franklin (Williamson County), offering specialized exotic veterinary care for pet owners across Cool Springs, Brentwood, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, Nolensville, Forest Hills, Oak Hill, and the broader Middle Tennessee region.
Below are the services we commonly provide for our exotic pet patients, and some of the conditions we can treat.
Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) vaccine is available and recommended for ALL rabbits regardless of indoor or outdoor status.
RHDV is a very hearty virus that can survive long term in the environment, can be transported on hay, shoes, hands or any exposure to materials where a wild rabbit has been. The virus causes liver damage resulting in catastrophic bleeding and ultimately death. It is best to prevent this disease by vaccinating your pet rabbit.
Special Interest in Birds, Reptiles, Amphibians & Integrative Care
Dr. Monica Chen brings a wealth of knowledge to Animal Ark, focusing on the health and wellness of “non-traditional” pets. From colorful birds and bearded dragons to rabbits and frogs, she provides the dedicated medical attention your unique pet deserves.
Avian & Reptile Care: Dedicated care for feathered and scaly patients.
Acupuncture Certified: Offering balanced, integrative pain management.
Total Wellness: Guidance on exotic nutrition and habitat setup.
Along with the general services provided above, we would be happy to answer any questions you have pertaining to your pet’s behaviors, their habitat, grooming, and handling. Many different factors contribute to their care and well-being, and we want to help you in any way we can.
Locally Owned. Personally Invested.
We’re not a chain. We’re not a corporation. We’re your neighbors, your friends—your hometown veterinary team. At our locally owned and operated clinic, every pet is family, and every decision we make is rooted in compassion, not corporate policies.
