Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana

Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana We provide medical, surgical, nutritional, behavioral, emergency care and general wellness care for Rich (DVM, LSU '85) & Dr. Leslie Pence (DVM, LSU '09).
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Previously West Esplanade Veterinary Clinic, Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana is led by the highly skilled animal lovers, Dr. Gregory A. Our clinic has over 40 years of combined hands-on experience working with birds and exotic animals. We provide medical, surgical, nutritional, behavioral and general care for a large variety of birds, reptiles and small exotic animals. We have given su

perior care to all species of birds and reptiles as well as rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, frogs and many more. Our services include:

Endoscopy
Boarding
Surgery
Emergency Medical Services
Behavior Counseling
Hospitalization
Dentistry
Nutritional Care
Adoptions
Preventative Medicine
Wellness Care
Digital Radiology
Preventative Medicine
Wellness Care

Available for AFTER HOURS AND HOLIDAY EMERGENCIES

CONGRATULATIONS Kiera Mitchell you are our WINNER with 33 likes. Please DM us to claim your prize. -Dr. Pence
06/09/2026

CONGRATULATIONS Kiera Mitchell you are our WINNER with 33 likes. Please DM us to claim your prize.

-Dr. Pence

HAPPY BEST FRIENDS DAY! Show us a picture of you & your best exotic friend. The photo with the most “likes” on Tuesday,...
06/08/2026

HAPPY BEST FRIENDS DAY! Show us a picture of you & your best exotic friend.

The photo with the most “likes” on Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 at 9am CDT wins a FREE BAG OF Lafeber Nutri-Berries (prize must be picked up in person at our hospital by 6/30/26).

Happy World Parrot Day! Thanks to the Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV) for these parrot facts to celebrate today...
05/31/2026

Happy World Parrot Day! Thanks to the Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV) for these parrot facts to celebrate today! Show off your parrots to the world below! 🦜

05/29/2026

Popping in to tell you to have a good weekend! 😎

05/25/2026
This is not what we meant by “large bird”. We are going to need a bigger parking lot!
05/08/2026

This is not what we meant by “large bird”. We are going to need a bigger parking lot!

🪅 No siesta, just fiesta—File Gumbo approved!
05/05/2026

🪅 No siesta, just fiesta—File Gumbo approved!

🐰 Meet Frosty – Your Future Bunny Buddy! ❄️Frosty is a 1-year-old neutered male rabbit currently being fostered with us ...
04/21/2026

🐰 Meet Frosty – Your Future Bunny Buddy! ❄️

Frosty is a 1-year-old neutered male rabbit currently being fostered with us through the Jefferson SPCA, and he’s ready to find his forever home!

This handsome guy is:
✨ Litter box trained
✨ A big fan of tasty treats (he might try and steal your lunch) 🍎
✨ A certified hero—he’s even been a blood donor for other sick rabbits
✨ Always up for a good head rub

Frosty has a gentle, loving personality and would make a wonderful companion for the right home.

📞 Call us at 504-455-6386 to set up a time to meet him!
💲 Adoption fees will apply

Give Frosty the loving home he deserves! 🏡💙

We are pleased to share that Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana has been nominated for Best of Jefferson Parish...
04/17/2026

We are pleased to share that Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital of Louisiana has been nominated for Best of Jefferson Parish!

Voting is open through April 24th, and you can cast a vote once per day. If you would like to help us represent our community, we would sincerely appreciate your support:

www.votejeffersonparish.com

You can find us listed under the “Services” category.

Being recognized by our neighbors is a distinction for which we are sincerely grateful, as it speaks to the trust you place in our team every day. We believe this nomination reflects the strong relationships we’ve built with you and your pets, a responsibility we value deeply and are committed to upholding.

We love our littlest patients! Show off your teeny hamsters in the comments! Check out some great tips from Association ...
04/12/2026

We love our littlest patients! Show off your teeny hamsters in the comments! Check out some great tips from Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians below!

Address

3635 N I 10 Service Road W
Metairie, LA
70002

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

(504) 455-6386

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