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Exotic Pet Boarding · Chantilly, VA

Exotic pet boarding in Chantilly —
we love all our unusual friends.

Most boarding facilities only take dogs and cats. At Nova Pets Health Center, our doors are open to birds, reptiles, small mammals, and more. We've been caring for exotic animals alongside dogs and cats for over 35 years — with a veterinarian on-site and staff who understand what your exotic pet actually needs.

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BirdsReptiles & small mammals
35+Years with exotic animals
DVMOn-site, every day
$32Per night

Who we board

If it's not a dog or cat,
chances are we still take them.

Exotic pets have their own rhythms, their own needs, and their own ways of telling you something is wrong. We've been working with exotic animals long enough to know that one-size-fits-all boarding doesn't work for them. Call us first and we'll confirm we can accommodate your specific animal.

Nova Pets staff member Faezea with a parrot
Dr. Masood DVM on-site at Nova Pets
Veterinarian on-site
Exotic animals deteriorate fast. Having a vet here matters.
Exotic pets can mask illness even better than cats. By the time something is obviously wrong, it's often been progressing for a while. Dr. Masood is here during boarding hours — if something comes up with your exotic pet, we don't scramble to find a vet. We handle it.
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Avians
Birds in their own cage, in a quiet, stress-free area
  • Parrots
  • Finches
  • Chickens
  • Other pet birds
Housing: We ask that birds arrive in their own cages. They'll be housed in a quiet, calm area away from noise and activity.
Requirement: Negative psittacosis test required for birds.
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Reptiles & Spiders
Bring their own enclosures for a consistent environment
  • Lizards
  • Turtles
  • Snakes
  • Spiders
Housing: We ask clients to bring their pet's own cage and equipment. Reptiles do best in a familiar environment — this keeps their habitat consistent and their stress low.
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Small Mammals
Cozy enclosures with room to roam freely
  • Rabbits
  • Ferrets
  • Guinea pigs
  • Hamsters, mice & rats
  • Sugar gliders
  • Hedgehogs
Housing: We provide cozy enclosures with room to roam. Pellets, blankets, bedding, and food & water bowls included.
Ferrets: Rabies and distemper vaccines required.

Pricing & requirements

Simple, flat pricing.
No surprises.

Nightly rate
$32
per night
Second pet in same cage: +$13/night
Late pickup: After 12:00pm billed as an additional night. Weekend pickup at 6:30pm by appointment only.
Requirements by species

Birds

  • Negative psittacosis test

Ferrets

  • Rabies vaccine
  • Distemper vaccine

All other exotics

No additional requirements

Missing a required test or vaccine? We can often take care of it here at drop-off or during the stay.
Hours & drop-off
Mon – Fri8:00 am – 6:00 pm Saturday8:00 am – 12:00 pm SundayOffice closed
Arrive 15–30 minutes early on check-in day to complete paperwork and provide care instructions. Bring your pet's regular food pre-portioned in labeled bags, and any medications with clear instructions.

Why Nova Pets

Most places won't take your exotic pet.
We will — and we know what we're doing.

Veterinarian on-site
Dr. Masood is here during boarding hours. Exotic animals can deteriorate quickly — having a vet present isn't optional, it's essential.
35+ years with exotic animals
We've been seeing exotic pets since 2001. Birds, reptiles, small mammals — this isn't new to us.
Species-specific accommodations
Birds in their own cages in quiet areas. Reptiles in their own enclosures. Small mammals in cozy, roomy spaces.
Family-owned since 2001
We're not a franchise. Your exotic pet isn't a number in a system — they're a guest we actually care about.
Simple flat pricing
$32/night, no complicated packages or tiers. We keep it straightforward.
Medication management
If your exotic pet has a medication routine, our team follows it precisely — and our vet is here if anything needs adjusting.

Have an unusual pet that needs boarding?
Give us a call.

Tell us what you have and we'll confirm we can accommodate them. Most exotic animals are welcome — we just want to make sure we're set up for your specific pet before you arrive.

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Serving Chantilly, Centreville, Fairfax, and Northern Virginia since 2001 · 3935 Avion Park Ct Suite A102, Chantilly, VA 20151