Odd Pet Vet
Reviews
4.9 stars on Google. Reviewers praise the knowledgeable, caring staff and affordable pricing. Dr. Mertz and Dr. Gannaway are celebrated for their deep understanding of exotic species. The facility features educational exhibits about rescued animals. Some customers report difficulty scheduling appointments due to limited hours (20 hours/week) and occasional unresponsive communication.
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About Odd Pet Vet
The Odd Pet Vet, housed within the New England Wildlife Center (NEWC) in South Weymouth, MA, is the only exclusively exotic animal veterinary clinic in Massachusetts. Founded in 1995 by Dr. Greg Mertz, the practice has treated over 120,000 animals across 400+ species in nearly 40 years of operation. All fees paid for veterinary care go directly to support the NEWC's wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education programs. The clinic treats a remarkable variety of exotic pets including birds, reptiles, small mammals, ferrets, hedgehogs, and even invertebrates like spiders and centipedes. Dr. Mertz and Dr. Tess Gannaway lead the team, bringing a collective 50 years of exotic animal experience. The facility also serves as a teaching hospital, partnering with Norfolk County Agricultural School and offering summer internships for aspiring veterinary students. The Odd Pet Vet is known for affordable pricing, with $65 exam fees, $25 wing/beak/nail trimmings, and most spay/neuter procedures under $300. They also offer boarding for exotic pets starting at $20/day. The clinic has earned a 4.9-star Google rating and has been featured on The Today Show, Animal Planet, National Geographic, CBS Boston, The Boston Globe, and the Christian Science Monitor. Reviewers consistently praise the knowledgeable staff and reasonable pricing, though some note difficulty scheduling appointments due to limited hours. Note: This entity appears to be a duplicate of 'The Odd Pet Vet' (ID: 74eb8232-31a9-4505-b2b6-816639803160) -- same practice at the same location.
Specialties Menu
| Specialty | Price |
|---|---|
| Amphibian Vet | Call for pricing |
| Avian Vet | Call for pricing |
| Exotic Mammal Vet | Call for pricing |
| Reptile Vet | Call for pricing |
| Small Mammal Vet | Call for pricing |