Best vets near Five Dock
Last updatedFive Dock Veterinary Hospital leads this list of vets near Five Dock because it is based in the suburb and covers a broad range of care, from vaccinations to surgery and euthanasia. Most of the other clinics come in from neighbouring suburbs, so the choice often turns on weekday hours, the animals each one sees and how far you need to drive.
Quick picks near Five Dock
- Best all-round care in the suburb: Five Dock Veterinary Hospital, with weekday evening appointments and Saturday mornings.
- Best for nervous cats and cat boarding: Summer Hill Village Vet, where customers say the team handles anxious cats gently.
- Best for pocket pets and house calls: Haberfield Veterinary Hospital, which also takes ferrets and guinea pigs.
- Best for greyhounds and older dogs: Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital, which also cares for brachycephalic breeds.
- Best for integrative care alongside standard treatment: All Natural Vet Care, open on weekdays only.
Best vets near Five Dock, ranked

#1Five Dock Veterinary Hospital for everyday care and greyhound visits
0.6 km from Five DockDogs, cats and greyhounds are the patients at Five Dock Veterinary Hospital, which is roughly 0.6 km from the suburb's centre. Vaccinations, desexing, dental work, surgery and X-ray with ultrasound are all on the menu, along with geriatric care and euthanasia for older animals. Parking is available at the clinic, which helps with a weekday drop-off. Opening runs until 7pm on weekdays and until 1pm on Saturdays, so a working owner has room to book after work.

#2Summer Hill Village Vet for cat boarding and gentle handling of nervous cats
Exotic petsBased in Summer Hill2.6 km from Five DockSummer Hill Village Vet operates from Summer Hill, about 2.6 km from the middle of Five Dock, and cares for dogs and cats. Surgery, X-ray and ultrasound, dental care and on-site pathology make up much of the medical list. Cat boarding is available for cats and pocket pets, while dog boarding is not listed. Appointments are booked from 8am to 7pm on weekdays and until 2pm on Saturdays. Customers describe the reception and nursing staff as patient, and they say the team handles nervous cats gently.
#3Haberfield Veterinary Hospital for pocket pets and house calls
After hoursExotic petsBased in Haberfield2.2 km from Five DockHaberfield Veterinary Hospital sees more than dogs and cats, with rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice and ferrets also on the books. Surgery, house calls for older pets, puppy school and a limited boarding service for cats and small, quiet dogs are all offered. About 2.2 km from Five Dock's centre, it asks owners with an after-hours emergency to phone the main number first. Weekday hours extend from 9am to 8pm, and the clinic also opens on Saturday mornings.

#4Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital for greyhound and senior pet care
Based in Drummoyne2 km from Five DockDrummoyne Veterinary Hospital sees dogs and cats in Drummoyne, about 2 km from Five Dock's centre. Greyhounds, brachycephalic breeds and senior pets all receive specialist attention alongside check-ups, surgery and dental care. An outside group, The Whole Hound, runs the preschool for pups from 3 to 12 weeks. Weekday opening runs from 8am to 6pm, and out-of-hours cases are sent to SASH or MEDIPAWS.

#5Greencross Vets Five Dock for in-house X-ray and blood tests
0.2 km from Five DockGreencross Vets Five Dock is the closest pick to the centre of Five Dock, at 0.2 km. X-ray and blood tests happen on site, alongside dental work, surgery, desexing and acupuncture. Grooming is offered, and so are puppy school courses that run four to six weeks. Its listed programs also include weight management, dermatology and kitten school. Opening hours cover Monday to Friday only, 8:30am to 6pm.
#6All Natural Vet Care for integrative care alongside standard treatment
Based in Russell Lea1.5 km from Five DockRussell Lea is home to All Natural Vet Care, an integrative practice roughly 1.5 km from Five Dock's centre. Standard consultations, dental work and surgery run side by side with acupuncture, laser therapy, herbal and nutritional medicine, rehabilitation and massage. Customers appreciate that the vets go through options in detail, diet advice included, and that anxious owners are listened to. Weekday hours run from 9am to 5pm, with no weekend opening, so ring (02) 9712 5844 to check a weekday appointment.
Compare vets near Five Dock
The table below shows where each clinic is based, how far it is from the middle of the suburb and what it lists for after-hours care.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Five Dock Veterinary Hospital | Five Dock | 0.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (273) |
| Summer Hill Village Vet | Summer Hill | 2.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (563) |
| Haberfield Veterinary Hospital | Haberfield | 2.2 km | After hours | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (208) |
| Drummoyne Veterinary Hospital | Drummoyne | 2 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (158) |
| Greencross Vets Five Dock | Five Dock | 0.2 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.4 (169) |
| All Natural Vet Care | Russell Lea | 1.5 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (87) |
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 Five Dock. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Five Dock
Ordering starts with customer feedback, adjusted for how many customers left it, and then moves to the breadth of care listed, the animals seen, and an in-house X-ray and lab. Clinics based in the suburb or a short drive from its centre qualify, and nearer ones sit a little ahead. Every pick was checked against what its own pages say about this kind of care, and a published licence number counts in its favour.
Vets near Five Dock: FAQ
Which vets near Five Dock are open on a Saturday?
Five Dock Veterinary Hospital keeps Saturday morning hours until 1pm, and Summer Hill Village Vet is open until 2pm that day. Greencross Vets Five Dock has no Saturday hours listed, so book a weekday instead.
Which vet near Five Dock sees rabbits and other pocket pets?
Pocket pets have a home at Haberfield Veterinary Hospital, which also takes ferrets and mice. Ring ahead to confirm it can see your particular animal.
Is there a vet near Five Dock that offers acupuncture?
Greencross Vets Five Dock lists acupuncture beside its surgery and dental services. All Natural Vet Care in Russell Lea combines acupuncture with standard treatment, but it is open on weekdays only.
Which vet near Five Dock makes house calls?
Haberfield Veterinary Hospital makes house calls for older animals, which can suit owners who would rather not travel. Mention your pet's size and temperament when booking a home visit.