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Veterinary Care for All Pets in Philadelphia
At 2nd Street Animal Hospital, we are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine combined with compassionate service to all dogs, cats, and exotic animals. Our team of highly trained professionals treats every patient as if they were our own pet, offering loving attention and care. We focus on nurturing the human-pet bond and creating harmonious relationships between pets and their owners. Our facility offers state-of-the-art medical care, including advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and specialized treatment for exotic pets. With over 25 years of experience in exotic pet care, we are recognized as a leading provider in the Philadelphia region.Our commitment extends beyond medical treatment to include education on proper pet care and preventative health measures. We utilize modern equipment such as digital radiography and thermal imaging to ensure accurate diagnoses. Our Fear Free certified environment prioritizes minimizing stress for all animals. We offer comprehensive services including dental care, pain management, behavioral therapy, and urgent care. Our team is selected for kindness, compassion, and professionalism, ensuring positive experiences for both pets and owners. We are proud to serve Philadelphia and surrounding areas as a trusted partner in pet healthcare.
Services
Dental Care
Exotic Pet Services
Surgery
Laser Therapy
Diagnostic Services
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of specialized exotic pet care experience
- Fear Free certified stress-reducing veterinary environment
- State-of-the-art diagnostics including digital thermal imaging
- Comprehensive surgical options including TPLO procedures
- Dedicated team selected for compassion and veterinary expertise
Associations and certifications
- Fear Free Certified
What people say
Compassionate staff
Expert exotic pet care
Modern facilities
Knowledgeable doctors
Fear Free certified
Services
Exotic Pet Services
We provide comprehensive medical care for exotic pets including avian, reptile, small mammal, and invertebrate species. Our staff has over 25 years of experience in exotic animal medicine with specialized equipment like temperature-controlled incubators and surgical blankets. Services include wellness exams, diagnostics, surgery, and nutritional counseling for unique pet needs.
Dental Care
Our dental services cover routine cleanings and complex oral care for pets. We offer Fear Free certified procedures and demonstrate home care techniques. Treatments address bad breath, gum disease, and dental trauma while maintaining overall pet wellness through bi-annual professional cleanings.
Laser Therapy
We utilize Class IV laser therapy for pain relief and accelerated healing in pets. This non-invasive treatment aids arthritis, post-surgical recovery, skin conditions, and chronic pain. Treatments lasting 2-8 minutes provide 90% improvement rates after 3-4 sessions with no negative side effects.
Surgery
Our surgical services include spays/neuters, orthopedic procedures like TPLO, soft tissue surgeries, and emergency operations. We provide pre-anesthetic bloodwork, modern monitoring equipment, and post-operative laser therapy for faster recovery. Complex cases receive specialized surgical planning.
Diagnostic Services
We offer in-house laboratory testing, digital radiography, ultrasound, CT scans, and thermal imaging. These tools enable rapid diagnosis of internal conditions, arthritis, organ disease, and exotic pet-specific ailments. Advanced diagnostics support both wellness monitoring and urgent care situations.
Questions
What types of pets do you treat?
We care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, small mammals, and invertebrates with specialized veterinary expertise.
Do you offer emergency services?
Yes, we provide urgent care for pets during regular business hours and can arrange after-hours referrals.
How can I book an appointment?
Call (215) 516-7000 or use our online booking system for wellness exams and medical visits.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and pet insurance plans. Specific methods appear during checkout.
Are you certified for exotic animal care?
Yes, we're Fear Free certified with over 25 years of experience in exotic pet medicine and surgery.
Do you offer dental care for pets?
We provide comprehensive dental services including cleanings, extractions, and oral health education.
Reviews (6)
Katke Davis
Dec 23, 2021
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My family brings their dogs here & the care has always been great. They provide great care for the animals & are very knowledgeable. I have come along for the visits in the past and currently considering bringing my new pup here. I came here to look up previous reviews to get a big picture idea. I am giving 5-stars for the service but would recommend not arguing back with every review you arent 100% in agreement with because its making your facility look argumentative and defensive, with zero accountability for any review thats not perfect. Sometimes there is room for improvement. While
Caitlin C.
Nov 29, 2021
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So nice and helpful. Very serious about Covid protocols. Seemed genuinely interested in my cat and the best things that could help her. In fact, the only prescription I left with was a list of well-researched over the counter remediesI appreciated that they didnt jump straight to prescribing expensive meds. They also sent a follow-up text asking how my cat is doing! So sweet.
Valentina De Fanti
Nov 19, 2021
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Our new vet! Been once and already excited we chose them. They were very sweet with my Lucy who loves people but doesnt love going to the vet.
Ryan N.
Nov 14, 2021
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Drove over an hour away to come here, staff was very friendly and helpful.
other exotic vets were estimating over a month of a wait, or emergency centers in NJ.
this animal hospital scheduled us for the same day and much more affordable as well.
would go again but hope not to have to
other exotic vets were estimating over a month of a wait, or emergency centers in NJ.
this animal hospital scheduled us for the same day and much more affordable as well.
would go again but hope not to have to
Melinda Chang
Oct 06, 2021
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We have a very senior rabbit who is almost 12 years old. She recently developed head tilt, and when she also had decreased appetite, they were able to squeeze her in as an emergency visit. My husband took her and he said they were extremely knowledgeable and thorough with their diagnostics. We just moved to the area and will continue taking her here for their rabbit-savvy vets. Thank you!
Julian Navarro
Oct 05, 2021
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We are new to the area and based upon recommendations from everyone we met we decided to take Brutus here after he had some episodes of vomiting over the weekend. We tried other emergency hospitals but they were too busy to see him and actually recommended 2nd Street. We were seen as an emergency and though we had somewhat of a wait the doctor, nurses and front office staff were exceptional. We were assured, after a complete evaluation, that Brutus' issue was not one of major concern but a result of him grazing on our new plants! He just needed some medication and for us to get artificial plants
