Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital

Forestville, MD

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Avian Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance

Overview

Experienced Veterinary Care. Preventative Pet Care. Benefit from our decades of professional experience when you trust Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital for your pet care needs. From nutritional counselling and geriatric care to weight management programs and wellness examinations, you can rely on our trained and qualified veterinarians to take good care of your pet

Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital was established in 1957 to provide personalized care for the pets in our community. We provide complete lifetime care for your pet with an emphasis on preventative care from birth through your pet's senior years

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Daytime
End-of-life care
In Clinic
Pet insurance
Accepted

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
3
Support staff
4
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

High-detail radiographyUltrasoundEndoscopyRigid endoscopyClinical pathology labsTemperature and humidity-controlled intensive care areaOxygen supplementation

Services in detail

Preventative CareAvian and Exotic Pet ServicesDiagnostics and TravelSurgeryBoardingWeight Management ProgramEuthanasiaMicrochippingWellness TestingGroomingNutrition counselingGeriatric careWellness examinationsInternational pet health certificateHealth exams for interstate and international movementBlood testing for heavy metal (lead and zinc)Chlamydia antigen and antibody testingDNA sexingTesting for Psittacosis, Psittacine Beak and Feather Disease, Pacheco's disease, and PolyomavirusAnesthesia and surgeryClinical pathology labs for biopsies, cultures, infectious disease testingDiagnostic imaging including high-detail radiography, ultrasound, and endoscopyGrooming, wing trims, and beak and nail filingHospitalization in a climate-controlled environment with oxygen supplementationMicrochip implantationWellness examinations, nutrition counseling, and routine blood monitoringReptile services: Anesthesia and surgical services, clinical laboratory testing, hospitalization, radiography, ultrasound, rigid endoscopy, wellness examinations, nutrition and care consultations

Memberships

American Veterinary Medical AssociationAssociation of Avian VeterinariansDC Academy of Veterinary MedicineAmerican Embryo Transfer Society

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 6:00 pm; Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm; Sunday Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital provides daytime emergency care.

Does Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital offer?+

Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital established?+

Forestville Veterinary and Bird Hospital has served the Forestville, MD community since 1957.

What reviewers say

80% Positive sentiment
based on 224 reviews

This independent veterinary practice offers compassionate, knowledgeable care for a wide variety of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, and exotics. The veterinary team is widely praised for being patient, thorough, and dedicated to the well-being of pets. The facility offers affordable pricing and a warm, family-oriented environment that avoids a corporate feel. However, clients frequently note challenges with telephone communication, front desk customer service, and difficulty scheduling appointments in a timely manner. The physical office is described as older and dated, and experiences vary regarding grooming services and administrative billing consistency.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsFair PricingGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

Now hiring

1 open role
· pay listed
1 Support & front-of-house

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