Dr. Logan Kopp, DVM, DABVP(ECM), FABVP-CAPM

Diplomate, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
(Exotic Companion Mammal Practice)
Fellow, Companion Animal Pain Management

The only veterinarian currently practicing in Tennessee as a Diplomate in Exotic Companion Mammal Practice.

Medical and surgical care for rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, and other exotic companion mammals. Seen at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital in Nashville.

Call to Schedule: (615) 361-4646 Refer a Patient

About Dr. Kopp

Dr. Logan Kopp holding a rabbit

Dr. Logan Kopp is a Nashville native. He earned his Bachelor of Science from Lipscomb University and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Tennessee. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (Exotic Companion Mammal Practice) and a Fellow in Companion Animal Pain Management.

He is the only veterinarian currently practicing in Tennessee with that specialty title. His clinical work is based at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital in Antioch, where he sees rabbits and other exotic companion mammals referred from practices across Middle Tennessee.

Dr. Kopp also consults for the Veterinary Information Network on exotic companion mammal cases. He is the only Gold-level rabbit-friendly veterinarian certified by the Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund in North America, and he is listed with the House Rabbit Society.

He does not treat birds or reptiles.

Species Treated

Exotic Companion Mammal Practice covers rabbits and many other companion mammals. Common species include:

Care is provided at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital. For birds, reptiles, or other species, please contact the clinic for guidance on appropriate referral options.

Care for Exotic Companion Mammals

Species-focused care for rabbits and other exotic companion mammals in Nashville and Middle Tennessee.

Rabbits

GI stasis, dental disease, urinary disease, RHDV2 vaccination, and pain management. Procedures include appendectomy, abscess surgery, and dental extractions. Gold-level rabbit-friendly practice.

Rabbit care in Nashville

Ferrets

Adrenal disease, insulinoma, and gastrointestinal disease, including adrenal surgery.

Ferret care in Nashville

Other Exotic Mammals

Guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, rats, mice, degus, and other exotic companion mammals. Rat mammary tumor removal is a common surgery.

Guinea pig care · Other small mammals

Diagnostics and Pain

In-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, and CT through Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital. Pain assessment is part of every case.

Surgery

Procedures offered for exotic companion mammals include rabbit appendectomy, abscess surgery, abdominal surgery for an intestinal obstruction, liver lobectomy for liver lobe torsion, nasal and ear surgery, and dental extractions. Ferrets are seen for adrenal surgery. Rats are seen for mastectomy when a mammary tumor needs to come off. Spay and neuter, mass removal, and exploratory surgery are also offered, depending on the species and the size of the patient. CT is arranged with Nashville Veterinary Specialists when a case needs it.

All care is provided at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital in Antioch (Nashville), Tennessee. Serving exotic pet owners and referring veterinarians throughout Middle Tennessee, including Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, and surrounding areas.

In the Clinic

Dr. Kopp with a rabbit Dr. Kopp holding a rabbit Dr. Kopp with a hedgehog Dr. Kopp with a guinea pig CT scan for an exotic patient Dr. Kopp with a rabbit

What Clients Say

Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital has a strong reputation for exotic pet care in Nashville. A few comments from clients who have seen Dr. Kopp:

“Dr. Kopp is so knowledgeable and was amazing with HoneyBunn. Even though they were booked solid they make you feel as though you are the only patient there.”

— Sierra S.

“Dr. Kopp is amazing with rabbits! He’s board certified and truly knows his stuff. My bunny had surgery here and received excellent care. The facility has advanced equipment including CT scanning.”

— Jennifer M.

“Best place I've ever taken my guinea pigs. Their prices are reasonable... Dr Kopp is fantastic! He is very thorough and has been very helpful with my boys!”

— Megan P.

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For Owners

Plain guides for people who live with rabbits and other exotic companion mammals in the Nashville area.

Clinical Notes

Short notes for veterinarians sending exotic companion mammal cases from Middle Tennessee.

Questions People Ask

Is there an exotic companion mammal specialist in Nashville?

Dr. Logan Kopp is a Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners in Exotic Companion Mammal Practice. He is the only veterinarian currently practicing in Tennessee with that specialty title. Appointments are at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital, 2445 Morris Gentry Blvd, Nashville, TN 37013.

Where can I take a sick rabbit in Nashville?

Call Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital at (615) 361-4646. The hospital is a Gold-level rabbit-friendly practice. Common visits include a rabbit that has stopped eating, dental disease, urinary problems, and RHDV2 vaccination. After hours, exotic companion mammal consults go through Veterinary Emergency Group in Franklin, Murfreesboro, or West Nashville.

Do you see guinea pigs, ferrets, and chinchillas?

Yes. Dr. Kopp’s Exotic Companion Mammal Practice includes rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, rats, mice, degus, and other companion mammals. He does not treat birds or reptiles.

Can my veterinarian refer a case?

Yes. Referring veterinarians can call (615) 361-4646 or use the Priest Lake referral form. Records, recent weights, and any radiographs are useful. Patients return to the primary clinic for ongoing care.

Appointments & Referrals

For exotic companion mammal appointments or to refer a case:

Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital
2445 Morris Gentry Blvd
Nashville, TN 37013
Phone: (615) 361-4646
Website: priestlakevet.com

Hours
Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday–Sunday: Closed

Primary care veterinarians in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee refer exotic companion mammal cases for a second opinion, dentistry, gastrointestinal disease, urinary disease, pain management, and surgical care when it fits the species. Patients return to the referring veterinarian for ongoing care.

Submit a Referral

Emergency Care

After hours, exotic companion mammal consults are available through Veterinary Emergency Group locations in Franklin, Murfreesboro, and West Nashville. Dr. Kopp consults with those teams as needed and can provide surgical care for exotic companion mammal emergencies.

Seen from across Middle Tennessee

Most patients come from Nashville and Antioch. Referring clinics and owners also travel from Franklin, Brentwood, Murfreesboro, Hendersonville, Mount Juliet, Spring Hill, Columbia, and Gallatin.

Credentials

The same designations shown with Dr. Kopp’s bio at Priest Lake Veterinary Hospital.