Best vets near Crows Nest
Last updatedPet Medical tops this look at vets near Crows Nest NSW, chiefly for cat care and in-house imaging. Beyond that, the clinics diverge on whether they treat animals other than dogs and cats, which weekend sessions they keep, and how they handle emergencies once shut. Pick by the animal you have and the hours you can get to, then phone ahead to check how urgent cases are handled.
Quick picks near Crows Nest
- Best for cats: Pet Medical in Milsons Point, a gold accredited cat friendly clinic with in-house x-ray and pathology.
- Best for desexing and dental work: Crows Nest Animal Hospital, based in Crows Nest and open on Sundays.
- Best for a cattery stay: Lane Cove Veterinary Clinic & Cattery in Artarmon, which requires vaccinations before boarding.
- Best for pet travel papers: Cremorne Veterinary Hospital in Mosman, whose director is an accredited AQIS vet.
- Best for recovery after surgery: Cammeray Veterinary Hospital, where the team checks in the day after a procedure.
Best vets near Crows Nest, ranked

#1Pet Medical for cats, in-house imaging and unhurried consultations
Cat Friendly ClinicBased in Milsons Point2.7 km from Crows NestPet Medical is a vet clinic at 28 Alfred Street South, Milsons Point, about 2.7 km from the middle of Crows Nest, treating cats and dogs only. It holds gold accredited cat friendly clinic status, and digital x-ray, ultrasound and in-house pathology are all on site. Dental care, skin care, pain management and cardiology are offered, with referral onward for work it does not do. Weekday hours run from 8am to 6pm, with no weekend session listed, and urgent care is given during opening hours only.
#2Chatswood Veterinary Clinic for gentle care of anxious pets and long-term families
Based in Willoughby2.9 km from Crows NestChatswood Veterinary Clinic is a general practice in Willoughby, about 2.9 km from the middle of Crows Nest, and it began in 1988. The team has interests in critical care, end-of-life care, anaesthesia, teeth and behaviour, and one vet trained in acupuncture. Free dental checks and discounted teeth cleaning are on offer, and weekday hours run to 6pm with Saturday mornings. Regulars say the vets are patient and gentle with nervous animals, and several families have been coming for years with more than one pet.
#3Lane Cove Veterinary Clinic and Cattery for cattery stays and anxious pets
Exotic petsBased in Artarmon3 km from Crows NestLane Cove Veterinary Clinic & Cattery is a local practice on Kitchener Road, Artarmon, roughly 3 km from the middle of Crows Nest, treating dogs, cats and rabbits. Vaccinations must be up to date before a cattery stay, so book the shots first. Long-term care can be arranged through its Vaccination4Life program, and blood tests, x-ray, ultrasound and puppy school are all available. Weekday evenings run to 7pm, which helps owners who drop off after work. Long-standing families say the team talks them through each procedure and follows up afterwards.

#4Crows Nest Animal Hospital for desexing, dental work and puppy and kitten visits
0.4 km from Crows NestCrows Nest Animal Hospital sits in Crows Nest itself, about 0.4 km from its middle, and is led by Dr Jane Cochran. Only dogs and cats are treated here. Desexing, teeth, microchipping and parasite control are all offered, along with a puppy and kitten program and cat boarding. Saturday hours run until 3:30pm, and the clinic is closed on public holidays, so plan around long weekends. Reception and nursing staff get praise for friendliness, and clients say options and costs are laid out clearly.
#5Cremorne Veterinary Hospital for pet travel papers and cat boarding
Based in Mosman2.4 km from Crows NestCremorne Veterinary Hospital is on Spofforth Street, Mosman, about 2.4 km from the middle of Crows Nest, and treats dogs and cats. Louise, the hospital's director, holds accreditation as an AQIS vet, so she can certify pets that are moving overseas. Cat boarding is on site, but dog boarding isn't listed, so ask before you book one. Urgent visits are taken as soon as possible in business hours, without an appointment, and the clinic offers payment plans.
#6Cammeray Veterinary Hospital for desexing and care after surgery
Based in Cammeray0.6 km from Crows NestCammeray Veterinary Hospital is a clinic on Miller Street, Cammeray, about 0.6 km from the middle of Crows Nest, and its listing names dogs only. Desexing and surgery are the main work, and recovery is watched closely. Customers say the team calls the day after a procedure to see how the animal is going, and nurses are described as gentle with recovering pets. A car park sits on site, so a pet can be driven straight in. Weekday hours go from 8am to 6pm, and Saturdays end at 1pm.
Compare vets near Crows Nest
The table sets each clinic's base beside its emergency arrangements and whether it treats cats and exotic pets.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pet Medical | Milsons Point | 2.7 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 5.0 (500) |
| Chatswood Veterinary Clinic | Willoughby | 2.9 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (413) |
| Lane Cove Veterinary Clinic & Cattery | Artarmon | 3 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (237) |
| Crows Nest Animal Hospital | Crows Nest | 0.4 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (278) |
| Cremorne Veterinary Hospital | Mosman | 2.4 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (169) |
| Cammeray Veterinary Hospital | Cammeray | 0.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (139) |
| Eye Clinic for Animals Artarmon | Artarmon | 1.8 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (147) |
| Vetmed Northbridge | Northbridge | 1.7 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (66) |
| North Shore Veterinary Hospital | Artarmon | 1.8 km | 24/7 | โ | โ | โ 4.0 (419) |
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 Crows Nest. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Crows Nest
Clinics are scored on what customers say, giving more weight to a result drawn from a bigger group of customers, then on the care listed, the animals seen, and imaging or lab work done in-house. Crows Nest clinics, and mobile ones that name it, sit a little higher than those further away. Each clinic's own listing was read for its services and its after-hours arrangements.
Vets near Crows Nest: FAQ
Which vets are closest to Crows Nest?
Crows Nest Animal Hospital is in Crows Nest itself, about 0.4 km from the middle of the suburb. Cammeray Veterinary Hospital is next closest, at about 0.6 km on Miller Street.
Which Crows Nest vets are open on a Sunday?
Crows Nest Animal Hospital is the only clinic in this list with a Sunday session, which runs from 9:30am to 2pm.
Where do Crows Nest vets send emergencies after hours?
Urgent cases that arrive when Chatswood Veterinary Clinic is shut go to Coop NEVS, an emergency hospital. After closing, Pet Medical in Milsons Point sends patients on to SASH or North Shore Animal Hospital, both open round the clock.