Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital

Hawthorne, CA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Avian Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Hospitalization End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Overview

Dr. Walter J. Rosskopf owner of the Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital in Hawthorne, California. Dr. Rosskopf has extensive experience in treating a wide variety of animals like birds, dogs, and cats in addition to some rather unusual and exotic pet companions like snakes, ferrets, hamsters, tarantulas, fish, and rabbits just to name a few

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
1
Support staff
2
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Services in detail

GroomingBoardingDNA testingBehavioural consultationsDay care

Frequently asked

Does Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital offer?+

Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Hospitalization, End Of Life.

What reviewers say

70% Positive sentiment
based on 178 reviews

This independent veterinary practice is widely recognized as a premier destination for birds, reptiles, and small exotic mammals, anchored by a highly knowledgeable and compassionate lead veterinarian with decades of experience. The care provided is frequently described as exceptional, gentle, and reasonably priced, earning deep loyalty from exotic pet owners who travel significant distances for appointments. However, the practice faces persistent operational hurdles, notably severe difficulty in reaching staff by phone, an strict appointment-only policy that turns away walk-in and emergency cases, and occasional friction regarding front desk communication and scheduling policies. The physical facility is dated and functional rather than modern, but clients prioritize the clinical expertise and genuine dedication to animal welfare over high-end aesthetics.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.