South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital

This place is absolutely amazing!! I went in today with my bearded dragon to get a second opinion and I'm so happy I did. The whole staff was incredibly nice and welcoming as soon as I walked in the door. I had taken my beardie to a vet who said treated reptiles/exotic animals but very quickly into the evaluation, I realized that Dr. Coke's knowledge and expertise were on another level. Both Dr. Coke and Sara truly are reptile experts. The examination was extremely thorough and I even got to listen to my beardie's heartbeat for the first time! They were gentle with him throughout the exam and Dr. Coke and Sara were very warm and friendly. I immediately felt comfortable and at ease with them handling him. I left the appointment feeling extremely happy and satisfied with the diagnosis since

Had a scare with my leopard gecko and before coming here I had taken him to other clinics but always left with doubt. After making an appointment with Dr. Coke not only is my boy doing wonderfully but I am more confident in his health overall. I was met with excellent service, a welcoming environment, and knowledgeable staff. My leopard gecko is doing wonderfully now and if anything should arise in the future, I will be bringing him back here!!

Dr Coke saved “Ronaldo” our bearded dragon’s life with a cutting edge blood aneurysm surgery, and also spotted a 2nd aneurysm inside his mouth and repaired that too! Dr Coke laid out every risk, as this is a brand new surgery, honestly a 50/50 shot- we trusted Dr Coke completely. Ronaldo is thriving!!! Their honesty and expertise mean everything. The staff couldn’t have been any sweeter: they treated us like family and made sure Ronaldo was comfy during his stay. We highly recommend South Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital !

This is the best place to take your ferrets! I had two ferrets and unfortunately one didn’t get to meet the amazing staff that this place has. My remaining ferret got to see the excellent Dr. Coke! He really explains everything to you and takes his time. He even played with my ferret for a little while trying to examine said extremely wiggly ferret, haha. He is very patient with my ferret as well which I’d never seen before at other veterinary places. I will forever recommend this doctor to anyone who owns exotics! Their prices are also very very reasonable, especially for exotics! They’re so understanding and helpful! I trust them with my ferret needs!

Dr. Sharman Hoppes is undoubtedly one of the most exceptional avian veterinarians I’ve encountered. Her expertise and passion for bird care truly set her apart in the field. What I find particularly heartwarming is that she shares her life with parrots and other feathered companions, just like mine. This personal connection enriches her understanding of our pets’ needs, making her not only a knowledgeable professional but also a compassionate caregiver. Having a remarkable veterinarian is essential when it comes to caring for pets that feel like family. It's a crucial aspect of responsible pet ownership that shouldn't be overlooked. The bond we share with our feathered friends deserves the utmost attention and care, and having someone as dedicated as Dr. Hoppes ensures that our beloved bi