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Byron De La Navarre

Dr. Byron De La Navarre

Veterinarian, DVM
4.9
24 reviews
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Professional information

Designation
  • Veterinarian, DVM
Licenses
  • Illinois, US
  • Florida, US
About Vet

Dr. de la Navarre graduated from Veterinary University at Cornell, receiving his DVM degree in 1990. Between his 3rd & 4th year of Veterinary school, he Externed at over 12 Zoos both in North & Central America as well as Europe & Israel. After Graduation, he worked at Niles Animal Hospital and Bird Medical Center for 7+ years and then founded and was Chief of staff / Headed up the Exotics Service at Animal House of Chicago Complete Veterinary Care Inc. for 25+ years. He is also Owner of All Creatures Pet Care. He has given numerous lectures & taught wetlabs on exotic pet topics at the local, state, national & international levels. He is a member of the Association of Zoological Veterinarians (AAZV). He is on the Executive Board of the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) {Past-President} serving on several committees, including the Conservation & Research Committee {Chairperson}, Literature Review Editor of the ARAV Journal, as well as ARAV Annual Meeting Session Chairperson. He is Co-Chair of the Midwest Exotic Pet Seminars (MEPS). He is an active member of the Chicago Herpetologic Society. And, he is also active in the Association of Avian Veterinarians – presently having served multiple role including as the President. Also Past-President of the Assoc. of Exotic Small Mammals (AEMV). Locally, Dr. de la Navarre is a Past-President of the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) and was the Chairperson of the AVMA Membership Services Committee.

Location
  • Park Ridge, IL, US
Spoken languages
  • English
Species treated
  • Fish
  • Cats (Feline)
  • Small Mammals
  • Dogs (Canine)
  • Reptiles & Amphibians
  • Other Exotics
  • Birds (Avian)
Areas of interest
  • End of life/Hospice care
  • Dentistry
  • Laboratory Animals
  • Radiology
  • Sports Medicine
  • Dermatology
  • Parasitology
  • Nutrition
  • Preventive
  • Soft Tissue
  • Behavior
  • Immunology
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioral issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

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4.9
24 reviews

M

Mitchell

February 2026

Patient w/ questions and great explanations. Very thorough consultation. Thank you!
C

Chelsea

February 2026

This is my first Vetster appointment ever and I’m so impressed! De La Navarre was amazing, knowledgeable, caring and understanding. Highly recommend! Thank you!
P

Perla

February 2026

Great advisor and helpful, quick response to any of my messages.
M

Mandy

February 2026

Dr De La Navarre gave great advice about our New Guinea pig Williams ailment as well as Guinea pig ownership in general!
G

Gail

February 2026

Dr. De La Navarre is very knowledgeable about birds and truly cared about my little senior conure, Ernie. He took his time and I did not feel rushed. Thank you so much! 🥰
K

Kenneth

January 2026

Incredible service
T

Tory

January 2026

I had many questions about my puppies first hear answered. He was very thorough and respectful.
K

Karen

January 2026

We booked an appointment to discuss at-home treatment options for our goldfish since there are no fish vets in our state. Been taking a dart-throw approach to helping our fish based on internet searches but were getting stuck and feeling hopeless. Dr. De la Navarre was thorough in his explanation of our options and helped us see that there are still options left to explore. Couldn’t be happier with Vetster for providing us with a way to consult with an expert.
V

Vhalen

December 2025

Dr. De La Navarre was extremely helpful. He put us at ease and gave some really helpful tips to keep our Iguana Jerry happy and healthy.
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Ericka

December 2025

Dr Byron was understanding, empathetic, patient, knowledgeable and so kind during our interaction. He calmed my fears and left the door open for any questions or concerns after our appointment for me to reach out should I still need him. 100% would recommend! Not many vets are comfortable and knowledgeable on chinchillas but Dr Byron put me right at ease! So grateful for his service!

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