Best vets near Drummoyne
Last updatedBalmain Village Veterinary Clinic leads this list of vets near Drummoyne, mainly for nervous animals and house calls. The clinics differ mainly in approach: some blend conventional and complementary care, while others focus on routine work, puppies and surgery. Their bases vary, so check the drive before booking. Ring the clinic first for any urgent case, since several close at 6pm and none runs round-the-clock cover of its own.
Quick picks near Drummoyne
- Best for nervous animals: Balmain Village Veterinary Clinic, which offers house calls for anxious pets.
- Best for greyhounds and senior dogs: Balmain Veterinary Hospital, which also issues fit-to-fly certificates.
- Best for puppy preschool close by: Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital, with a course run by The Whole Hound.
- Best for integrative care alongside standard treatment: All Natural Vet Care, open on weekdays only.
- Best for weight loss programs: Greencross Vets Five Dock, which also runs kitten school.
Best vets near Drummoyne, ranked

#1Balmain Village Veterinary Clinic for nervous animals and complementary care
Based in Balmain2.6 km from DrummoyneDogs and cats are seen at Balmain Village Veterinary Clinic, whose Balmain base is roughly 2.6 km from the middle of Drummoyne. Complementary options such as acupuncture and laser therapy sit alongside conventional care, and one of its vets, with about 30 years' experience, practises homeopathy. An in-house pathology lab and digital radiology cover diagnostics, and house calls suit animals that dislike waiting rooms. Owners say they are left to make the final choice once the options have been laid out. No after-hours cover appears on its site, so phone before coming in when something is urgent.

#2Balmain Veterinary Hospital for greyhounds, senior dogs and fit-to-fly certificates
Based in Rozelle2.3 km from DrummoyneAn independent clinic in Rozelle, Balmain Veterinary Hospital has operated for more than 50 years and sits about 2.3 km from Drummoyne's centre. Greyhounds get extra care around anaesthesia, and the vets also have a special interest in brachycephalic and senior dogs. Owners travelling overseas can get export rabies shots and fit-to-fly paperwork here. Cats stay in a custom-built block designed around space and enrichment. Out of hours it refers pets to SASH or Medipaws.

#3Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital for routine care and puppy preschool close to home
0.9 km from DrummoyneDrummoyne Veterinary Hospital is based in Drummoyne itself, about 0.9 km from the middle of the suburb, and treats dogs and cats for check-ups, vaccinations, desexing, dental care and surgery. Visitors say the staff handle nervous animals gently, and one owner praised the aftercare following a dog's operation. Young pups from three to twelve weeks old can join a preschool course run with The Whole Hound. Cat boarding is offered. Saturday appointments run at its Balmain practice, from 8am to 5pm.

#4Darling Street Vets for house calls and payment plans
Based in Balmain3 km from DrummoyneDarling Street Vets is a companion-animal clinic in Balmain, about 3 km from Drummoyne's centre. Its vets care for puppies and kittens from first visits through to senior pets, and they also see rabbits. Soft tissue and orthopaedic operations are done in house, backed by imaging and pathology. The clinic makes house calls and offers grooming. Payment can be made through VetPay, Zip or Afterpay, and the contact form is not for emergencies, so ring for anything urgent.
#5All Natural Vet Care for integrative treatment alongside standard care
Based in Russell Lea1.4 km from DrummoyneAll Natural Vet Care works from Russell Lea, roughly 1.4 km from Drummoyne's centre. It runs standard consultations and surgery alongside herbal and nutritional medicine, rehabilitation and massage. Regulars say the clinic plans conventional treatment and complementary care together, including for cancer and chronic illness. Clients describe long conversations about options, and anxious owners say they feel heard. It is open on weekdays from 9am to 5pm only, so weekend care has to go elsewhere.

#6Greencross Vets Five Dock for weight loss programs and dermatology
Based in Five Dock2.7 km from DrummoyneGreencross Vets Five Dock sees dogs and cats from Five Dock, roughly 2.7 km from Drummoyne's centre. Weight management and nutrition advice sit alongside dermatology and dental work for both species. Kitten school, a loyalty card and pet sitting are on offer, and grooming is available. Reception and nursing staff draw praise for warmth and speed. Opening hours are Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 6pm only.
Compare vets near Drummoyne
Each clinic's base, its after-hours arrangements and its distance from Drummoyne's centre are set out in the table below.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balmain Village Veterinary Clinic | Balmain | 2.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 5.0 (205) |
| Balmain Veterinary Hospital | Rozelle | 2.3 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (461) |
| Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital | Drummoyne | 0.9 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (158) |
| Darling Street Vets | Balmain | 3 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 5.0 (50) |
| All Natural Vet Care | Russell Lea | 1.4 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (87) |
| Greencross Vets Five Dock | Five Dock | 2.7 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.4 (169) |
24/7* : listed as open 24 hours, but the business doesn't say 24/7 itself. Late nights: open to 8pm or later at least three days a week. Distance in a straight line from the middle of Drummoyne. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Drummoyne
This list covers clinics within a short drive of Drummoyne's centre, plus those based in the suburb and any mobile clinic that names it. Clinics with the most customer feedback rise first, then those listing more kinds of care, seeing more animal types, and running an in-house x-ray and lab. Nearer clinics come a little ahead. Each clinic's pages were read with this kind of care in mind.
Vets near Drummoyne: FAQ
Which vets near Drummoyne do house calls?
Balmain Village Veterinary Clinic and Darling Street Vets both visit homes, and each is based in Balmain.
Where do vets near Drummoyne send pets after hours?
Balmain Veterinary Hospital and Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital both refer after-hours cases to SASH or MEDIPAWS, both specialist hospitals.
Which vets near Drummoyne are open late on weekdays?
Balmain Veterinary Hospital is open until 7pm on weekdays, an hour later than most clinics on this list.