Best vets near Warriewood
Last updatedPittwater Animal Hospital - Vet ranks first among vets near Warriewood, covering dogs, cats and a wide range of exotic pets, with Puppy School and after-hours emergency handling. The list mixes that full-service hospital with clinics that concentrate on one kind of pet, so the animal you own should set the choice. Check opening days before you book, because no clinic here lists Sunday hours.
Quick picks near Warriewood
- Best for long-term care and after-hours emergencies: Pittwater Animal Hospital - Vet, with Puppy School running for more than 20 years.
- Best for anxious dogs and cat boarding: Mona Vale Vet Hospital, which suits dogs that get anxious at the vet.
- Best for rabbits, birds and reptiles: Avian and Exotics Service, which treats exotic pets only.
- Best for desexing and surgery in a family practice: Elanora Veterinary Clinic, led by Dr Miles Alexander and Associates.
Best vets near Warriewood, ranked

#1Pittwater Animal Hospital - Vet for long-term care and after-hours emergencies
After hoursExotic pets0.9 km from WarriewoodPittwater Animal Hospital - Vet is a vet hospital on Arnott Crescent in Warriewood that treats dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, reptiles, chickens and rats and mice. It handles complex surgery and medicine, skin and ear problems and dental work, with ultrasound on site. Puppy School has run for more than 20 years, and Hot Dog Grooming is offered at the hospital, while cat boarding takes place in a separate cat hotel. Regulars say the staff know their pets by name, and some long-standing patients say the team has stayed with them through years of illness. Urgent cases after closing go through its emergency line, and the hospital says it sees them without delay. It is closed Sundays and public holidays.

#2Mona Vale Vet Hospital for anxious dogs and cat boarding
Cat Friendly ClinicBased in Mona Vale1.6 km from WarriewoodMona Vale Vet Hospital is a veterinary practice at 22 Park St in Mona Vale, so it is based outside Warriewood. Dr Anne Graham, Dr Alison Moran and Dr Jenny Wingham lead the team of associate vets, and regulars praise calm, patient handling of anxious dogs. The hospital holds ISFM Cat Friendly accreditation, takes cats for boarding and runs puppy classes. Rehabilitation therapy is offered alongside chiropractic and osteopathic work. Weekday appointments run until 7pm and Saturday until 4pm.

#3Avian and Exotics Service for rabbit surgery and care of birds and reptiles
Exotic petsBased in Narrabeen2.9 km from WarriewoodAvian and Exotics Service is an exotics-only veterinary hospital based in Narrabeen. Small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish all come through its doors, and it offers keyhole-style procedures as well as operations. Rabbit Friendly accreditation at Gold level is held by the practice. Customers recall intricate ear operations on rabbits turning out well, and praise the careful advice given for small pets. Hours are 8am to 6pm on most weekdays, 9am to 2pm on Thursday and 10am to 1pm on Saturday, and booking can be done by phone or online.
#4Elanora Veterinary Clinic for desexing and surgery in a family practice
Based in Elanora Heights1.8 km from WarriewoodRun by Dr Miles Alexander and Associates, Elanora Veterinary Clinic is a family business on Kalang Road in Elanora Heights. Its desexing, dental work, surgery, post-surgery checks and diet management for illness are handled at the clinic. Regulars say they return for years and stay with the same vet, and patients say the team explains each step and avoids tests or treatment a pet does not need. Nervous pets are handled gently. Booking is required, and it can be done online. Hours run from 8:30am to 6:30pm on weekdays and 9am to 12:30pm on Saturday.
Compare vets near Warriewood
The table lines up each clinic's base, after-hours cover and animals seen.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittwater Animal Hospital - Vet | Warriewood | 0.9 km | After hours | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (385) |
| Mona Vale Vet Hospital | Mona Vale | 1.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (129) |
| Avian & Exotics Service | Narrabeen | 2.9 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 5.0 (72) |
| Elanora Veterinary Clinic | Elanora Heights | 1.8 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 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 Warriewood. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Warriewood
Each clinic was scored on how customers rate it and how many have weighed in, then on the care it lists, the animals it sees, and whether it has in-house X-ray and lab. Closeness to Warriewood counted for a bit. We read every pick's own listing for the care it offers and kept only what it states.
Vets near Warriewood: FAQ
Which vets near Warriewood take after-hours emergencies?
Pittwater Animal Hospital - Vet runs an after-hours emergency number and says urgent cases are seen without delay. Mona Vale Vet Hospital sends after-hours care to Northside Emergency Veterinary Service in Terrey Hills.
Who treats rabbits and guinea pigs near Warriewood?
Near Warriewood, Avian and Exotics Service in Narrabeen works only with exotic species, from rabbits and guinea pigs to ferrets and fish.
Does Mona Vale Vet Hospital take cats for boarding?
Yes, Mona Vale Vet Hospital takes cats for boarding, and parking on site helps when carrying a pet in a crate.
Which vets near Warriewood do desexing?
Elanora Veterinary Clinic in Elanora Heights lists desexing among its services, and its consultations are by appointment only.