Best vets near Narrabeen
Last updatedPittwater Animal Hospital is the broadest choice for vets near Narrabeen, with after-hours care, boarding and exotic animals under one roof. The others suit narrower needs: one treats only exotic pets, one keeps long weeknight hours, and one is a family practice in Elanora Heights. Match the animal you keep to the clinic that sees it, then check the hours.
Quick picks near Narrabeen
- Best for after-hours care and cat boarding: Pittwater Animal Hospital, with cats boarded in a separate hotel.
- Best for rabbits, birds and reptiles: Avian & Exotics Service, a clinic that treats exotic pets alone.
- Best for round-the-clock emergencies: Collaroy Veterinary Service, with vets on call at any hour.
- Best for dental work and desexing: Elanora Veterinary Clinic, a family-run practice that books by appointment.
Best vets near Narrabeen, ranked
#1Pittwater Animal Hospital for long-term care and after-hours calls
After hoursExotic petsBased in Warriewood2.6 km from NarrabeenPittwater Animal Hospital is a vet hospital on Arnott Crescent in Warriewood, based there and covering Narrabeen. Its team handles complex surgery and medicine, with ultrasound and specialist referrals on site. Dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles and chickens are all seen, and one vet profile covers exotic animal medicine. Its puppy classes have been running for two decades, and grooming is available too. Cats board in a separate cat hotel, and the hospital is listed as offering after-hours care.
#2Avian and Exotics Service for rabbits, guinea pigs and birds
Exotic pets0.3 km from NarrabeenAvian & Exotics Service sees exotic animals alone, from rabbits and guinea pigs to birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish. The clinic sits in Narrabeen itself, close to Furlough Park. Its team includes a specialist in zoological companion animal medicine, and it has Gold level Rabbit Friendly status. Endoscopy is done with minimally invasive methods. Regulars single out its rabbit surgery, including complicated ear work, and the thorough advice it gives on small pets.
#3Collaroy Veterinary Service for round-the-clock emergencies and endoscopy
24/7Based in Collaroy1.2 km from NarrabeenCollaroy Veterinary Service is a general practice on Pittwater Road in Collaroy, with Dr Peter Prendergast and Dr Tennille Bignell named as its vets. Endoscopy, which lets vets look inside a pet through a small tube, is available alongside an in-house lab and digital X-ray. Emergencies are covered 24/7. Long-term clients often bring several pets over the years, and the clinic also stocks tick prevention and can advise which product suits a pet.
#4Elanora Veterinary Clinic for dental work, desexing and older pets
Based in Elanora Heights2.9 km from NarrabeenElanora Veterinary Clinic, found on Kalang Road, is run by Dr Miles Alexander, who keeps it in the family. Surgery, dental work and follow-up checks are done in-house, with desexing and post-surgery care alongside. Patients say each step is explained and that unnecessary tests are avoided. Nervous pets are handled gently, and the clinic also manages diet for illness and ongoing care for older pets. Consultations are by appointment, booked online or by phone.
Compare vets near Narrabeen
The table compares these clinics on where they are based, their after-hours arrangements and the animals each one sees.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittwater Animal Hospital - Vet | Warriewood | 2.6 km | After hours | – | ✓ | ★ 4.8 (385) |
| Avian & Exotics Service | Narrabeen | 0.3 km | – | – | ✓ | ★ 5.0 (72) |
| Collaroy Veterinary Service - Dr. Peter Prendergast | Collaroy | 1.2 km | 24/7 | – | – | ★ 4.8 (46) |
| Elanora Veterinary Clinic | Elanora Heights | 2.9 km | – | – | – | ★ 4.9 (60) |
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 Narrabeen. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Narrabeen
A clinic made the shortlist by being a short drive from Narrabeen, based there, or mobile and naming it. Clinics with plenty of customer feedback weigh more, and the spread of care on each list adds to a clinic's place. Species range and in-house testing also count. Each shortlisted clinic's own description of its care was read before the order was set.
Vets near Narrabeen: FAQ
Which vets near Narrabeen are open on a Sunday?
Near Narrabeen, Collaroy Veterinary Service is open on Sundays from 9am to 5pm. Pittwater Animal Hospital does not open on Sundays or public holidays, so plan routine visits for Monday to Saturday.
Where do after-hours emergencies go near Narrabeen?
Near Narrabeen, Collaroy Veterinary Service has cover around the clock, and the phone is answered by a vet. Pittwater Animal Hospital takes out-of-hours calls on its own emergency line, so phone before you drive in.
Which vet near Narrabeen treats guinea pigs?
Avian & Exotics Service sees guinea pigs, and takes in ferrets, reptiles and fish too. Pittwater Animal Hospital also sees rabbits, birds and reptiles.