Honours Degree, DVM
K.I. Skryabin MAVMB, Moscow — EAEVE member institution
Avian & Exotic Pet Veterinarian
Dr. Alex Strelkov
Veterinarian specializing in birds, exotic animals, and oncology — with 15+ years of clinical experience and hundreds of online consultations for clients in 30+ countries.
- 18+
- Years of practice
- 5,000+
- Animals helped
- 30
- Countries served
- 4.9★
- Average rating
I graduated with honours from the Moscow State Academy of Veterinary Medicine and Biotechnology (K.I. Skryabin Academy) — one of the top veterinary schools in Europe and a member of EAEVE. During my studies I published scientific research on radiobiology and avian thyroid physiology. Since graduating in 2020, I've continued my education with multiple state-accredited specializations.
“A pet's healthy life begins at home, not at the clinic. By following this principle, I've helped thousands of animal owners over the years.”
— Dr. Alex Strelkov
State-Accredited Radiology
Clinical X-ray interpretation for domestic & exotic animals
Abdominal Surgery & Endoscopy
State-accredited specialization in exotic animal surgery
Cat Friendly Specialist
Certified by international feline welfare program — Diploma #1565
Oncology — Exotic Animals
Pride Veterinary Education Centre, advanced oncology masterclass
Scientific Co-Author
Two peer-reviewed publications in veterinary journals
Career at a glance
- 2009 – 2015Veterinary assistant at Phoenix Veterinary Center, Dmitrov, Moscow Region
- 2015 – 2022Oncologist & visual diagnostics specialist, exotic/wild animal reception, Phoenix Vet Center
- 2019 – 2020Surgeon & zoo animal reception at Vet.Eget, Moscow
- 2021 – presentWild & exotic animal specialist, online consultations and veterinary support, Veta Center
- 2022 – presentVolunteer — sea turtle rescue, Mai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation, Thailand
Clinical Practice
Clinics & Hospitals
Over 15 years I've worked at leading veterinary centres across Moscow and the Moscow Region — from general practice to exotic animal surgery, oncology, and wild-animal reception.
Phoenix Veterinary Centre — Dmitrov
Started as a veterinary assistant, gaining hands-on clinical experience with a wide range of domestic and exotic animals under senior specialist supervision.
fenixvet.ruPhoenix Veterinary Centre — Senior Specialist
Promoted to full veterinarian role specialising in oncology, exotic & wild animal reception, and visual diagnostics (X-ray, ultrasound). Seven years of high-volume exotic caseload at the same centre.
fenixvet.ruVet.Eget — Moscow
Veterinary surgeon and zoo animal specialist at this Moscow-based clinic. Surgical procedures on exotic and zoo animals, combined with parallel studies at K.I. Skryabin Academy.
veteget.ruVeta Veterinary Centre
Wild & exotic animal specialist providing in-clinic consultations, online veterinary support, and ongoing case management for unusual and difficult exotic patients.
veta.bouvierru.ruMai Khao Marine Turtle Foundation — Thailand
Voluntary work assisting with medical care, rehabilitation, and release of endangered sea turtles. Applied exotic animal medicine in a real-world conservation setting.
maikhaomarineturtlefoundation.orgIn total, Dr. Strelkov has conducted clinical appointments in Moscow, the Moscow Region, and St. Petersburg — treating thousands of patients and building one of the most diverse exotic-animal caseloads in Russia.
Clinical Experience
Extensive Clinical Practice Across Specialist Settings
More than 18 years of clinical work across veterinary centres, from everyday appointments to diagnostics, surgery, exotic-animal medicine, and complex treatment planning. These photographs show the range of real clinical work behind each written recommendation.
Clinical work includes the medical and surgical management of tumours in exotic and domestic animals, alongside diagnostics, treatment planning, and post-operative care. Cases span birds, rodents, reptiles, and other exotics; referral for in-person examination or procedures is made whenever it is needed.
In clinical practice
Platforms & Community
YouTube, Blog & Social Media
Beyond the clinic, Dr. Strelkov runs a popular educational blog and social media presence with over 400,000 followers — helping pet owners worldwide care for their animals at home.
The «Kingdom of Animals» platform grew from a simple observation: most exotic pet owners cannot find qualified help in their city. Dr. Strelkov set out to fix this by sharing evidence-based veterinary knowledge in an accessible format — articles, videos, guides, and live consultations.
Today the platform serves owners of parrots, cats, rodents, dogs, reptiles, and rare exotic species across 30+ countries, with a combined audience of over 400,000 people and 1,000+ verified reviews.
- 400k+
- combined followers across all platforms
- 1,000+
- verified reviews from owners and students
- 30
- countries reached through online consultations
Avian Medicine / Ornithology
Parrot & Bird Vet — Online Consultation
Looking for an avian vet? Whether you're in the US, UK, Australia, or anywhere else, I provide detailed written consultations that tell you exactly what to do — right now — for your bird.
Personalised written prescription
You receive a detailed action plan: exactly what to do, what to buy, and what to avoid — for your specific bird and situation.
Available 24/7, worldwide
No local avian vet nearby? I work with parrot owners from 30+ countries remotely — parrots, cockatoos, macaws, African Greys, budgies and more.
Feathers, behaviour, diet, illness
Feather plucking, vomiting, beak problems, lethargy, breathing — I interpret your description and photos to give targeted advice.
Radiology interpretation
Send me your bird's X-rays — I'll explain exactly what they show and what it means for treatment.
Visual Diagnostics
Radiology & X-Ray Interpretation
I hold a state-accredited specialization in Clinical Radiology for domestic and exotic animals — I interpret X-rays, ultrasound, CT and endoscopy findings for birds, reptiles, rodents and other exotics.
X-ray & radiograph reading
Send me your pet's radiographs and I'll provide a professional written interpretation.
Ultrasound & CT interpretation
Cross-modality imaging analysis for birds, reptiles, and exotic mammals.
Endoscopy (rigid & flexible)
Endoscopic image review and procedure recommendations for small exotic patients.
Rodentology / Ratology
Rodent Specialist — Rats, Guinea Pigs & More
Rodents deserve expert care too. I work with rats, guinea pigs, rabbits, chinchillas, hamsters, and other small mammals — including oncology, surgery, and nutritional guidance.
Dedicated landing pages for rodent consultations are coming soon. In the meantime, I can address rodent health questions as part of a general exotic animal consultation.
Education & Professional Development
Diplomas, Certifications & Conferences
Continuous learning is essential in exotic animal medicine. Below is a selection of my state-accredited qualifications and conference participation certificates.
Postgraduate Conference Certificates
Media & Science
Press Mentions & Scientific Publications
My work has been covered in local and regional press, and I am a co-author in peer-reviewed veterinary scientific journals.
Press Feature
Local newspaper interview — Dr. Alex Strelkov
A local newspaper published a feature interview about my work with exotic and wild animals, my mission to make specialist veterinary care accessible to all pet owners, and the story behind the platform. It reflects the growing public interest in responsible exotic pet ownership.
Scientific Publication
Co-author in peer-reviewed veterinary journals
I am a co-author in two peer-reviewed veterinary research articles. My scientific work during my studies at K.I. Skryabin Academy focused on radiobiology and thyroid adaptation in birds under radiation stress — contributing to the understanding of exotic animal physiology.
Antioxidant effects in productive animals under radiation
Research on the efficacy of "Multivit + Mineral" (Germany) supplement in farm animals exposed to radiation conditions — radiobiology department, K.I. Skryabin Academy.
Radio-adaptive properties of the pigeon thyroid gland
Histological and morphometric study of thyroid gland adaptation in pigeons under radiation — contributing to exotic avian physiology research.
Ready to get expert advice for your bird or exotic pet?
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