Best vets near Mascot
Last updatedSASH leads this list of the best vets near Mascot because it combines specialist surgery, CT and MRI scanning and round-the-clock emergency care in one hospital. Beyond that, the clinics vary by species, opening hours and extras. Some see birds and reptiles, some stay open late on weekdays, and others offer boarding, puppy school or in-house testing.
Quick picks near Mascot
- Best for specialist surgery and scans: SASH, with surgery, CT and MRI on site in Alexandria.
- Best for birds, reptiles and rabbits: The Unusual Pet Vets Sydney in Waterloo, which sees exotic animals and offers beak corrections.
- Best for puppy school and dental cleans: My Vet in Zetland, with a pre-school for puppies run in-house.
- Best for cat care and weekday evenings: Rosebery Veterinary Hospital, open until 8pm on weekdays.
- Best for cat boarding and house calls: Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic Inner West in St Peters.
Best vets near Mascot, ranked

#1SASH for specialist surgery, scans and emergencies at any hour
24/7Based in Alexandria0.6 km from MascotSASH - Specialist & 24/7 Emergency Vets Alexandria is based in Alexandria, 0.6 km from the middle of Mascot, and is open 24/7. Specialist teams work in surgery, neurology, oncology and ophthalmology, and equipment includes a CT scanner, fluoroscopy and MRI for animals. Staff triage walk-ins as they arrive, so no booking is needed. Owners describe calm triage nurses and updates by phone or text during a stay. Estimates come first, and a plan can be paid through Zip, VetPay or Afterpay.

#2My Vet for puppy school and dental cleans
Late nightsBased in Zetland2.3 km from MascotMy Vet is a dog and cat clinic in Zetland, 2.3 km from the middle of Mascot. It runs its own puppy pre-school, and its services include dental care, desexing, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgery, and in-house lab tests. Owners find the vets thorough, caring and warm. Weekday hours run until 8pm, but Saturday hours end at 1pm, so book a morning slot for a weekend visit. Ask about dental progress updates when you book, as some owners follow a clean through the clinic's chat feature.
#3The Unusual Pet Vets Sydney for birds, reptiles and rabbits
Exotic petsBased in Waterloo2.8 km from MascotBirds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and small mammals are all treated at The Unusual Pet Vets Sydney, a Waterloo clinic 2.8 km from the middle of Mascot. It offers nail and wing trims, beak corrections, dentistry, surgery and laboratory testing. Starter packages suit birds, rabbits, ferrets, guinea pigs, rats and lizards. Nervous exotic animals are handled patiently, and treatment can be adjusted to a budget, visitors say.

#4Rosebery Veterinary Hospital for cat care and evening appointments
Late nightsBased in Rosebery1.3 km from MascotRosebery Veterinary Hospital opens seven days a week, and it is 1.3 km from the middle of Mascot in Rosebery. Weekday hours run from 7:30am to 8pm, and weekends from 9am to 6pm. Owners praise plain-language explanations of options from the vets, and cats are handled gently through long recoveries. Patients who need intensive care can use its day care, and boarding, grooming and doggy daycare are offered too. Weekend and evening visits carry no surcharge, the clinic says.

#5Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic Inner West for surgery and cat boarding
After hoursBased in St Peters2.1 km from MascotSouthern Cross Veterinary Clinic Inner West sits in St Peters, 2.1 km from the middle of Mascot. It does laparoscopic desexing, dental surgery, cardiology and orthopaedic surgery, and offers X-ray and CT scans. Cats board through the Lion's Den service, and the clinic also comes to homes for visits. Anxious pets are made to feel safe by the team, owners report, and things are explained clearly. Parking on Barwon Park Rd is easier from 10am to 3pm, when the clearway can be used.

#6Kingsford Vet Hospital AMS for gentle care of puppies and rescue dogs
Based in Kingsford2.9 km from MascotKingsford Vet Hospital AMS is a dog and cat clinic on Gardeners Road, Kingsford, 2.9 km from the middle of Mascot. Imaging and pathology work happen under the one roof. Owners say dogs and cats, rescue dogs and nervous pets included, are handled with care. Long-term patients often stay with the practice for years, and short or long boarding stays are available. Parking is at the rear, and weekend parking carries a surcharge.
Compare vets near Mascot
The table sets the clinics side by side on where each is based, how it covers after-hours care and the animals it sees.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SASH - Specialist & 24/7 Emergency Vets Alexandria | Alexandria | 0.6 km | 24/7 | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (1037) |
| My Vet | Zetland | 2.3 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (279) |
| The Unusual Pet Vets Sydney | Waterloo | 2.8 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (521) |
| Rosebery Veterinary Hospital | Rosebery | 1.3 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (253) |
| Southern Cross Veterinary Clinic Inner West | St Peters | 2.1 km | After hours | โ | โ | โ 4.5 (636) |
| Kingsford Vet Hospital AMS | Kingsford | 2.9 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (134) |
| Greencross Vets Alexandria | Alexandria | 2.5 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.5 (184) |
| Mascot Veterinary Hospital | Mascot | 0.4 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 3.5 (144) |
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 Mascot. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Mascot
Clinics are ordered by how customers feel about them, weighted by how many have left feedback, with the range of care listed, the animals seen and in-house X-ray and lab work counted alongside. Only clinics within a few kilometres of Mascot are included, along with clinics based nearby and mobile businesses that name Mascot. Each pick's own pages were read for the care it offers, and nearer clinics sit a little ahead of others that score similarly.
Vets near Mascot: FAQ
Which vet near Mascot is open 24 hours?
SASH - Specialist & 24/7 Emergency Vets Alexandria is the only clinic here with 24/7 emergency care. Ring (02) 8913 4000 first if you can.
Which vets near Mascot run puppy school?
Rosebery Veterinary Hospital in Rosebery offers puppy school, and the Zetland clinic, My Vet, runs a pre-school of its own.
Who sees birds and reptiles near Mascot?
The Unusual Pet Vets Sydney in Waterloo treats birds, reptiles, amphibians and other exotic pets, with packages for new birds, rabbits and lizards.
Which vet near Mascot has in-house X-ray?
Kingsford Vet Hospital AMS does its X-rays, ultrasound and pathology in-house, in Kingsford.