Jeffrey R. Jenkins, D.V.M.

Dr. Jenkins, a husband and father, is internationally recognized for his work in avian medicine and surgery, exotic and laboratory animal medicine and surgery. He has lectured both nationally and internationally on a variety of subjects. His work has been published in peer reviewed journals, texts and monographs. Dr. Jenkins holds Diplomate status in the American Board of Veterinary … [Read More...]
Services

The Avian & Exotic Animal Hospital, located in San Diego, California, is a primary care and referral veterinary practice limited to birds and "exotic" animals. The practice is world renown for the innovative and quality care it offers its clients and their animals. What kind of birds and exotic animals? We treat a wide variety of animals including: Birds of all kinds, large and … [Read More...]
Featured Posts

Care and Feeding of Hedgehogs
The pet or domesticated hedgehog, commonly referred to as the African Pygmy Hedgehog is an exceptional animals that is easy to care for and friendly if properly socialized. Not a wild species, the pet hedgehog is a hybrid of two African species (Atelerix algirus) and (A. albiventris). … [Read More...]

Care and Feeding of Rabbits
Rabbits are much more social than people think. For generations, people have pictured rabbits outside in a backyard hutch, due to their habit of defecating whenever they feel the need. On the contrary, rabbits can be trained to use a litter box, just like a cat. This new revelation has brought the … [Read More...]

Guinea Pigs
Guinea pigs are among the cutest pets that people own. They are members of the rodent family and originate in South America. They are also known by the name "cavy" which derives from the scientific name Cavia aperea. Guinea pigs are born fully haired, eyes open and ready to run. They make great pets … [Read More...]

Laura will be missed by staff and clients
December 01, 2011 It is with great sadness that we bring you the news that our beautiful Laura. the Yellow-Naped Amazon that has lived in our lobby for the last several years, passed away today. Laura spent her first 30+ years living with a San Diego County resident. When her first owner died … [Read More...]

Pain and the Avian Patient
Pain is poorly understood in avian species. The prevention and alleviation of pain are important for a number of reasons, including humane considerations and the prevention of undesirable metabolic and behavioral side effects because of pain. Criteria that may be used to determine whether a patient … [Read More...]
Follow Us!