Vet-supervised since 2016 • Portland metro

Expert care for the pets everyone else is afraid of.

WildPaws Exotic Pet Care looks after reptiles, birds and small mammals — veterinary-supervised husbandry, boarding, grooming, habitat design and in-home sitting, done their way.

pets cared for
4,800+
pets cared for
exotic-only practice
9 yrs
exotic-only practice
287 reviews
4.9/5
287 reviews
A green iguana perched beside a sun conure parrot in warm studio light

“They rebuilt our iguana’s whole setup — he went from lethargic to climbing everything.”— Nadia K., Portland

Exotic-only practice
9 yrs
Pets cared for
4,800+
Species handled
120+
Average rating
4.9/5
The WildPaws exotic pet care team holding a parrot and a bearded dragon

Why WildPaws

The practice your neighbors whisper about — for good reasons

We are exotic-only, so we never guess. Every handler, sitter and groomer is trained in species-specific care, low-stress handling and exotic first aid.

Vet-supervised

Every care plan is reviewed with our partner exotic veterinarians, and we coordinate directly with your regular vet.

Patient by design

We never rush an exotic pet. Sessions are short, positive and built around trust — your pet sets the pace.

Species-obsessed

Reptiles, birds and small mammals are not small dogs. Our training is species-specific, from UVB gradients to hay racks.

Licensed & insured

Fully licensed, bonded and insured — with background-checked sitters and a 100% safe-handling record.

Word of mouth

What our pet families say

Rated 4.9 out of 5 across 287 reviews — because we answer the phone and do what we promise.

They rebuilt our iguana’s entire setup — lighting, humidity, the works — and he went from lethargic to climbing everything. The change in two weeks was unbelievable.

Nadia K.

Iguana guardian, Portland

Our cockatoo stayed for two weeks of boarding and came home calmer than she left. Daily videos, zero plucking, and she actually seemed disappointed to see us.

Marcus & Dee J.

Cockatoo parents, Beaverton

The nutrition plan turned our picky guinea pigs into veggie fiends. They eat more greens than we do now, and the monthly check-ins keep us honest.

Priya S.

Guinea pig guardian, Lake Oswego

I travel for work every month and the in-home sitting has been a lifesaver for our hedgehog. Same routine, same room, and a photo every single day.

Tom W.

Hedgehog dad, Tigard

Our rescue macaw came to WildPaws plucking and terrified. The behavior program was patient, gentle and effective — eight months later she is fully feathered.

Elena R.

Macaw rescuer, Vancouver WA

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers about care, boarding, habitats and what we will — and will not — take on.

Have a different question? Ask us directly.
Warm studio-lit exotic pet care

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