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10 Best Veterinary Clinics in Singapore (August 2026)

An honest guide to the 10 best veterinary clinics in Singapore for 2026. Pricing, specialities, reviews, and which clinic suits your pet best.

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About a third of Singapore households now own a pet, and that number has been climbing 3% every year since 2020. With over 100,000 dogs and a similar number of cats registered on the island, veterinary care is not a niche concern anymore. It is a routine part of life for hundreds of thousands of families.

The problem is that not all vet clinics are the same. Some excel at emergency surgery but lack the bedside manner you want for a routine check-up. Others are fantastic with cats but have limited experience with rabbits or birds. A few publish their prices upfront; most make you call to find out. Choosing the wrong clinic can mean unnecessary stress for your pet and unnecessary costs for you.

I spent several weeks researching the best veterinary clinics in Singapore for 2026: reading hundreds of Google reviews, cross-referencing Yelp and Pawlyclinic ratings, checking AVS licensing records, comparing consultation fees, and speaking to pet owners about their real experiences. This guide covers 10 clinics across different specialities, price points, and locations so you can find the one that fits your pet and your budget.

Key Takeaways

  1. 1 Veterinary care in Singapore is entirely privately funded with no government subsidies, so the gap between clinics is wider than in human healthcare.
  2. 2 Budget for a basic consultation of S$25 to S$50 at HDB-estate clinics, S$40 to S$70 mid-range, and more at premium hospitals.
  3. 3 Mount Pleasant is the island-wide default with specialist access and 24-hour emergency cover, and VES Hospital is the one for genuine emergencies and specialist referrals. Jump to Mount Pleasant Veterinary Group: best for island-wide convenience
  4. 4 Amber Vet is the pick for advanced diagnostics, cancer treatment and minimally invasive surgery, while Oasis is a certified low-stress environment for cats.
  5. 5 The Gentle Vet focuses on senior pets, palliative care and end-of-life guidance, which is worth knowing about before you need it. Jump to The Gentle Vet: best for senior and terminally ill pets
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What should you look for in a vet clinic in Singapore?

Before jumping into the list, here are the five criteria I used to evaluate every clinic. These are worth checking regardless of which vet you choose.

  • AVS licensing. Every veterinary centre in Singapore must be licensed by the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) under NParks. Their public registry lets you verify any clinic before your first visit. If a clinic is not on the list, do not bring your pet there.
  • Species expertise. A clinic that sees 95% dogs may not be the right fit for your rabbit or parrot. Some clinics are certified cat-friendly by the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM). Others have board-certified exotic animal specialists. Match the clinic to your pet, not the other way around.
  • Emergency capability. Pets do not schedule their emergencies for office hours. If your pet has a chronic condition or you simply want peace of mind, knowing your clinic offers after-hours or 24/7 emergency care matters. Only a handful of clinics in Singapore operate true round-the-clock emergency services.
  • Transparent pricing. Vet bills in Singapore add up fast. A basic consultation ranges from S$25 to S$120 depending on the clinic. Vaccinations, blood work, dental cleaning, and surgery all stack on top. The best clinics publish price guides or give clear estimates before treatment begins.
  • Verified reviews. I cross-referenced Google reviews, Yelp ratings, and mentions on pet community platforms like Pawlyclinic and Vanillapup. A clinic with hundreds of genuine reviews and a rating above 4.5 has earned that trust through consistent care. Pay attention to how clinics respond to negative reviews; that tells you more than the positive ones.
  • Online presence. A clinic's website tells you a lot about how they run their practice. Clear service listings, published pricing, an online booking system, and helpful educational content are signs of a well-managed operation. Clinics that invest in their web design tend to invest in their patient experience too.
Next: How the best veterinary clinics in Singapore compare
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How the best veterinary clinics in Singapore compare

ClinicBest forPricing
Mount Pleasant Veterinary GroupPet owners who want a reliable clinic close to home, with access to specialists and 24-hour emergency careConsultation from approximately S$50 to S$70; varies by branch and service (as of 2026)
Amber VetPets needing advanced diagnostics, cancer treatment, or minimally invasive surgeryConsultation from S$45; advanced procedures priced on case complexity (as of 2026)
VES HospitalPet emergencies, specialist referrals, and complex medical or surgical casesEmergency consultation from approximately S$150 to S$250; specialist fees vary by department (as of 2026)
Oasis Vet ClinicCat owners who want a certified low-stress environment for their felineStandard consultation fees; contact clinic for current rates (as of 2026)
The Gentle VetElderly pets, palliative care, hospice support, and end-of-life guidanceContact clinic for consultation and hospice care rates (as of 2026)
Advanced VetCareEast-side pet owners who need reliable 24/7 emergency veterinary careEmergency consultation from approximately S$150; regular consultations at standard rates (as of 2026)
RehabVetPost-surgery rehabilitation, mobility recovery, chronic pain management, and physiotherapyPremium tier; contact clinic for therapy package rates (as of 2026)
The Visiting VetsPets with severe anxiety, mobility-limited animals, and owners who need veterinary care at homeHouse call fees typically S$125 to S$200 including transport; clinic consultation at standard rates (as of 2026)
Passion VetBudget-conscious pet owners in the North who want quality care without premium pricingConsultation S$48 (30 min); vaccinations S$48; blood tests from S$99 (as of 2026)
Beecroft Avian & ExoticsOwners of birds, rabbits, reptiles, hamsters, guinea pigs, and other exotic petsSpecialist-level consultation fees; contact clinic for rates (as of 2026)
Next: 1. Mount Pleasant Veterinary Group: best for island-wide convenience
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1. Mount Pleasant Veterinary Group: best for island-wide convenience

With eight clinics spread across Singapore and over 30 years of history, Mount Pleasant is the closest thing the island has to a household-name vet group. Whether you live in Clementi, Toa Payoh, Ang Mo Kio, or the East Coast, there is likely a Mount Pleasant branch within a reasonable drive. That kind of geographic coverage is rare in Singapore's veterinary landscape, and it matters when you need to get a sick pet seen quickly.

Best for
Pet owners who want a reliable clinic close to home, with access to specialists and 24-hour emergency care.
Standout strength
8 clinics island-wide including a 24-hour tertiary care centre, with over 30 years of Singapore operations.
Pricing
Consultation from approximately S$50 to S$70; varies by branch and service (as of 2026).
Next: 2. Amber Vet: best for advanced diagnostics and cancer treatment
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2. Amber Vet: best for advanced diagnostics and cancer treatment

Located in Siglap, Amber Vet punches well above what you would expect from a neighbourhood clinic. They are one of the few veterinary practices in Singapore that conduct chemotherapy, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and eye surgeries in-house. For pets with complex or serious medical conditions, that means fewer referrals, fewer transfers between clinics, and a more cohesive treatment plan managed by a team that already knows your animal.

Best for
Pets needing advanced diagnostics, cancer treatment, or minimally invasive surgery.
Standout strength
One of the few Singapore clinics offering chemotherapy, laparoscopy, and endoscopy in-house.
Pricing
Consultation from S$45; advanced procedures priced on case complexity (as of 2026).
Website
ambervet.com
Next: 3. VES Hospital: best for 24/7 emergency and specialist referrals
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3. VES Hospital: best for 24/7 emergency and specialist referrals

When your pet is in crisis at 2am, VES Hospital on Whitley Road is where many Singapore vets will tell you to go. As the first full-service veterinary hospital recognised by AVS in Singapore, VES operates a true 24/7 emergency department staffed by what is widely considered the largest and most experienced veterinary emergency team on the island. They are also the only Singapore hospital with two board-certified Emergency and Critical Care specialists on staff.

Best for
Pet emergencies, specialist referrals, and complex medical or surgical cases.
Standout strength
Singapore's first AVS-recognised full-service veterinary hospital with 24/7 emergency care and two board-certified critical care specialists.
Pricing
Emergency consultation from approximately S$150 to S$250; specialist fees vary by department (as of 2026).
Next: 4. Oasis Vet Clinic: best for cats
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4. Oasis Vet Clinic: best for cats

Cat owners know the struggle: your cat is already stressed before you leave the house, and then it has to sit in a waiting room surrounded by barking dogs. Oasis Vet on Venus Road solves that problem properly. They hold Silver-level Cat-Friendly Clinic certification from the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM), a worldwide accreditation that only a handful of Singapore clinics have achieved.

Best for
Cat owners who want a certified low-stress environment for their feline.
Standout strength
ISFM Silver Cat-Friendly Clinic certification with dedicated cat-only waiting area and ward.
Pricing
Standard consultation fees; contact clinic for current rates (as of 2026).
Website
oasis-vet.com
Next: 5. The Gentle Vet: best for senior and terminally ill pets
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5. The Gentle Vet: best for senior and terminally ill pets

There comes a point in every pet's life where the focus shifts from curing to caring. The Gentle Vet was built for that stage. They specialise in geriatric, palliative, and hospice care, providing comfort-focused treatment for elderly and terminally ill animals. When other clinics are offering aggressive intervention, The Gentle Vet asks a different question: what will give this pet the best quality of life for the time it has left?

Best for
Elderly pets, palliative care, hospice support, and end-of-life guidance.
Standout strength
Fear Free certified clinic specialising in geriatric, palliative, and hospice care with home visit options.
Pricing
Contact clinic for consultation and hospice care rates (as of 2026).
Website
thegentlevet.sg
Next: 6. Advanced VetCare: best for after-hours emergencies in the East
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6. Advanced VetCare: best for after-hours emergencies in the East

If you live in Bedok, Tampines, Pasir Ris, or anywhere in the East, Advanced VetCare on Jalan Pari Burong is the 24/7 emergency clinic you should have bookmarked. Their emergency and critical care team is always on-site, not on-call, which means there is no waiting for a vet to drive in when your pet needs urgent attention at 3am. That distinction matters when minutes count.

Best for
East-side pet owners who need reliable 24/7 emergency veterinary care.
Standout strength
True 24/7 on-site emergency team in Bedok with ICU and advanced surgical capability.
Pricing
Emergency consultation from approximately S$150; regular consultations at standard rates (as of 2026).
Next: 7. RehabVet: best for physiotherapy and post-surgery recovery
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7. RehabVet: best for physiotherapy and post-surgery recovery

Your dog just had knee surgery. The operation went well, but the vet says recovery will take months and physiotherapy will make a significant difference. Where do you go? In Singapore, the answer is almost always RehabVet on Serangoon Road. Founded in 2016, it is the country's first full-fledged animal rehabilitation clinic, and it remains the leading facility for veterinary physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, and acupuncture.

Best for
Post-surgery rehabilitation, mobility recovery, chronic pain management, and physiotherapy.
Standout strength
Singapore's first and leading veterinary rehabilitation clinic with hydrotherapy pools, underwater treadmills, and certified rehabilitation specialists.
Pricing
Premium tier; contact clinic for therapy package rates (as of 2026).
Website
rehabvet.com
Next: 8. The Visiting Vets: best for house call veterinary care
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8. The Visiting Vets: best for house call veterinary care

Some pets simply cannot handle the vet clinic. Severely anxious animals, elderly dogs that struggle to walk, cats that become aggressive in carriers. For these pets, The Visiting Vets offers something most clinics do not: they come to you. Their housecall practice, led by Dr Kim Koh (a Melbourne University graduate with a focus on internal medicine), brings full health check-ups, vaccinations, microchipping, blood tests, heartworm prevention, and even home euthanasia services directly to your doorstep.

Best for
Pets with severe anxiety, mobility-limited animals, and owners who need veterinary care at home.
Standout strength
Full house call veterinary service combined with specialist-level internal medicine expertise at their clinic.
Pricing
House call fees typically S$125 to S$200 including transport; clinic consultation at standard rates (as of 2026).
Next: 9. Passion Vet: best for budget-conscious pet owners
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9. Passion Vet: best for budget-conscious pet owners

Veterinary care in Singapore is entirely private with zero government subsidies, which means every consultation, vaccination, and blood test comes out of your own pocket. For pet owners on a tighter budget, Passion Vet in Woodlands offers something increasingly hard to find: quality care at genuinely affordable prices. Consultations cost S$48 for up to 30 minutes (S$58 for walk-ins), vaccinations are S$48, microchipping is S$55, and in-house blood tests start from S$99.

Best for
Budget-conscious pet owners in the North who want quality care without premium pricing.
Standout strength
Among the most affordable vet clinics in Singapore with published prices and a genuinely caring team.
Pricing
Consultation S$48 (30 min); vaccinations S$48; blood tests from S$99 (as of 2026).
Website
passionvet.com
Next: 10. Beecroft Avian & Exotics: best for birds, rabbits, and exotic pets
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10. Beecroft Avian & Exotics: best for birds, rabbits, and exotic pets

If your pet is not a cat or a dog, finding a vet who actually knows what they are doing becomes significantly harder. Most general practice vets see exotics infrequently and may lack the specific knowledge needed for a parrot with respiratory issues or a rabbit with GI stasis. Beecroft Avian & Exotics, established in 2019 as part of Beecroft Animal Hospital, was built specifically to solve this problem. It is the only clinical service in Singapore with a recognised specialist in exotic companion mammals.

Best for
Owners of birds, rabbits, reptiles, hamsters, guinea pigs, and other exotic pets.
Standout strength
Singapore's only veterinary service with a recognised specialist in exotic companion mammals, plus a dedicated avian specialist team.
Pricing
Specialist-level consultation fees; contact clinic for rates (as of 2026).
Website
birdvet.com.sg
Next: How do you choose the right vet clinic in Singapore?
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How do you choose the right vet clinic in Singapore?

Finding the right clinic comes down to matching your pet's specific needs with a vet's genuine strengths. Here is a practical checklist.

  1. Identify your pet's primary needs first. A healthy young dog needs a different clinic than a 12-year-old cat with kidney disease. Routine wellness care, emergency access, specialist treatment, and rehabilitation are all different capabilities. Start with what your pet needs most right now.
  2. Check AVS licensing. Every legitimate vet clinic in Singapore appears on the AVS public registry. This takes 30 seconds and confirms the clinic is legally authorised to operate. Non-negotiable.
  3. Visit before you need to. Book a routine check-up or vaccination before an emergency forces you to pick a random clinic at midnight. Observe how the staff handle animals, how clean the facility is, and whether the vet takes time to explain things or rushes through the appointment.
  4. Ask about after-hours protocols. What happens if your pet has an emergency at 11pm? Some clinics have 24/7 services. Others will direct you to a partner emergency hospital. Knowing this in advance removes panic from an already stressful situation.
  5. Read reviews critically. Every clinic has a few negative reviews. What matters is the pattern. A clinic with 500 reviews averaging 4.7 stars and thoughtful responses to complaints is more trustworthy than a clinic with 15 perfect reviews. Pay attention to how the clinic responds to criticism.
  6. Consider location seriously. The best vet in Singapore is not useful if they are a 45-minute drive away when your pet is vomiting at midnight. Prioritise quality, but do not ignore geography.
Next: How much does a vet visit cost in Singapore?
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How much does a vet visit cost in Singapore?

Veterinary care in Singapore is entirely privately funded with no government subsidies, so costs vary significantly between clinics. Here is a realistic breakdown of what to budget for in 2026.

  • Basic consultation (S$25 to S$120): Budget clinics in HDB estates start from S$25 to S$50. Mid-range clinics charge S$40 to S$70. Premium hospitals and specialist centres charge S$80 to S$120. Most consultations last 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Vaccinations (S$30 to S$80 per shot): Annual boosters for dogs and cats are essential. Core vaccinations typically cost S$40 to S$60 per dose. Some clinics bundle vaccinations with a health check at a slight discount.
  • Dental cleaning (S$100 to S$500+): Basic scaling and polishing starts around S$100 to S$200. Extensive cleaning with extractions can run S$500 or more. Dental work requires general anaesthesia, which adds to the cost.
  • Emergency visits (S$150 to S$250+): After-hours emergency consultations start at S$150 to S$250, with additional charges for diagnostics, medication, and procedures. A midnight emergency with blood work, X-rays, and overnight monitoring can easily exceed S$1,000.
  • Surgery (S$500 to S$5,000+): Routine sterilisation costs S$200 to S$500. Orthopaedic surgery, tumour removal, or emergency procedures range from S$1,500 to S$5,000 or more depending on complexity.
  • House call visits (S$125 to S$200+): Mobile vet services charge a premium for the convenience of home visits. Expect S$125 to S$200 for an initial consultation including transport, with treatment costs on top.

Pet insurance is worth considering if your pet is young and healthy. Policies typically cost S$20 to S$80 per month and can cover 80% of eligible veterinary expenses. The maths usually works in your favour if you start early, before pre-existing conditions are excluded.

Next: How many vet clinics are there in Singapore?
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How many vet clinics are there in Singapore?

Singapore has over 100 AVS-licensed veterinary centres, including clinics, hospitals, and mobile services. The full list is available on the AVS public registry. The number has grown steadily in recent years as pet ownership in Singapore has increased.

Next: Which vet clinics in Singapore are open 24 hours?
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Which vet clinics in Singapore are open 24 hours?

True 24/7 emergency veterinary care is available at VES Hospital (Whitley Road), Advanced VetCare (Bedok), Mount Pleasant Animal Medical Centre, and Beecroft Animal Hospital (Telok Blangah). These clinics have on-site emergency teams around the clock, not just on-call vets. Some Pets Avenue branches also offer extended hours. Bookmark the one closest to your home before you need it.

Next: Do I need a referral to see a vet specialist in Singapore?
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Do I need a referral to see a vet specialist in Singapore?

It depends on the hospital. Beecroft Animal Hospital requires a referral from your primary care vet for specialist consultations. VES Hospital accepts both referrals and direct emergency admissions. Most general practice clinics will refer you to a specialist when they identify a case beyond their capability. Having a regular vet who knows your pet's history makes the referral process smoother.

Next: Are there vets in Singapore that treat exotic pets?
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Are there vets in Singapore that treat exotic pets?

Yes, but options are limited compared to cat and dog care. Beecroft Avian & Exotics is the only clinic in Singapore with a recognised specialist in exotic companion mammals. Other clinics that see exotics include Hillside Veterinary Surgery, Animal World Veterinary Clinic, and some Mount Pleasant branches. For birds specifically, the Animal & Avian Veterinary Clinic in Yishun is another option. Always confirm a vet's experience with your specific species before booking.

Next: How often should I take my pet to the vet?
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How often should I take my pet to the vet?

Healthy adult dogs and cats should see a vet at least once a year for a wellness check and vaccinations. Puppies and kittens need more frequent visits in their first year for their vaccination series. Senior pets (typically over 7 years) benefit from twice-yearly check-ups to catch age-related conditions early. Exotic pets have their own schedules; ask your vet for species-specific guidance.

The best vet clinic for your pet depends on what your pet actually needs. Mount Pleasant gives you island-wide convenience and 24-hour access. Amber Vet handles complex diagnostics and cancer treatment that most clinics cannot. VES Hospital is where you go when a specialist is the only option. Oasis Vet makes cats feel safe. The Gentle Vet helps families navigate the hardest stage of a pet's life with dignity. And Passion Vet proves that good care does not have to cost a fortune.

Whatever you choose, do not wait for an emergency to find your vet. Visit a clinic before you need one urgently. Build a relationship with a vet who knows your pet's history, temperament, and health baseline. That relationship will pay off when it matters most. And if you run a veterinary clinic yourself and want a website that builds trust with pet owners before they ever walk through your door, our guide to website design for healthcare clinics covers the principles that apply directly to your industry. We have helped healthcare businesses like Perfect Style Salon increase online enquiries by 180% through strategic web design, and the same approach works for clinics of every kind.

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