Best vets near Petersham
Last updatedSydney Animal Hospitals Inner West tops this list of vets near Petersham because it combines general care, surgery and evening hours in one clinic. The rest differ mainly in which animals they see, when their doors close and whether they do after-hours work. Read the quick picks for the matching reason, then the table for distance and cover.
Quick picks near Petersham
- Best for dental work and surgery with evening hours: Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West, open on weekday evenings.
- Best for cats only: The Inner West Cat Hospital, a Cat Friendly Clinic with a surgeon who does feline dentistry.
- Best for round-the-clock emergencies: MediPaws, which takes emergency patients at any hour.
- Best for X-ray, ultrasound and pathology under one roof: Summer Hill Village Vet.
- Best for pocket pets and house calls: Haberfield Veterinary Hospital, which also runs a puppy pre-school.
Best vets near Petersham, ranked

#1Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West for dental work and surgery with evening hours
Late nightsBased in Stanmore1.1 km from PetershamStanmore is where Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West sits, 1.1 km from the middle of Petersham. Dogs and cats are seen for vaccinations, desexing, dental care and microchipping. Its surgery list runs from cruciate and kneecap repairs to lump removal, and cancer treatment, laser therapy and rehabilitation sit alongside puppy school, grooming and boarding. Specialists in cardiology and internal medicine are called in when a case needs one. Evening hours run until 8pm on weekdays, and after-hours emergencies are passed to a hospital in Miranda that is open around the clock, so ring ahead before setting out.

#2The Inner West Cat Hospital for cat-only care, from check-ups to long-term conditions
Cat Friendly ClinicBased in Newtown2.3 km from PetershamNewtown is the base for The Inner West Cat Hospital, 2.3 km from Petersham's centre. Only cats and kittens are treated here, for check-ups, jabs, desexing, operations and teeth. The surgeon also handles feline dentistry, and a cardiac and internal medicine vet sits on the team alongside a colleague who uses nuclear medicine for an overactive thyroid. Slots run for at least 20 minutes. The clinic holds Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation, and nothing about after-hours cover is published.

#3Summer Hill Village Vet for X-ray, ultrasound and on-site pathology
Exotic petsBased in Summer Hill1.6 km from PetershamSummer Hill Village Vet sits on Grosvenor Crescent in Summer Hill, 1.6 km from Petersham's centre. Dogs, cats and exotic pets are all seen, and the surgery schedule is backed by X-ray, ultrasound and pathology run in-house. Puppy socialisation classes and senior pet care sit on the list too. Overnight stays are listed for cats and small exotics, though not for dogs, and the grooming chair is for cats only. Customers say the reception and nursing staff are kind and patient, and that nervous or grumpy cats are handled gently. It doesn't publish whether it accepts insurance claims on the spot or offers payment plans, so ask at the desk first.

#4Annandale Animal Hospital for a long-standing family vet with overnight hospital care
Late nightsBased in Leichhardt1.5 km from PetershamAnnandale Animal Hospital is based in Leichhardt, about 1.5 km from Petersham's centre. Dogs and cats are treated for routine care through to surgery, cancer care and emergencies, and cats can board. An in-house X-ray unit is available, and Afterpay and GapOnly are accepted for larger bills. According to the hospital, its staff live on site, and vet students watch patients overnight when they stay in. Weekday closing time is 8pm, Saturday 5pm.
#5Haberfield Veterinary Hospital for pocket pets, puppy school and house calls
After hoursExotic petsBased in Haberfield1.6 km from PetershamHaberfield Veterinary Hospital sits on Ramsay Street, 1.6 km from the middle of Petersham. Pocket pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, mice and ferrets are seen alongside dogs and cats. The practice offers house calls, a puppy pre-school, surgery, microchipping and pet transport, plus pensioner concessions. Boarding is restricted to cats and small quiet dogs. Pets that need care outside opening hours can be dropped off and collected, and after-hours work is done, so check the main number before setting out for an emergency.

#6MediPaws for 24/7 emergency care and feline medicine
24/7Cat Friendly ClinicBased in Leichhardt1.5 km from PetershamMediPaws in Leichhardt, 1.5 km from Petersham's centre, is listed as 24/7. Its emergency department accepts patients with no referral and no appointment needed. Cats come in through their own door and stay on dedicated wards, with feline specialists on the premises. Departments cover internal medicine, surgery, imaging, dermatology, oncology and eye care, and rehabilitation includes hydrotherapy. Phone first if you can. Customers describe quick responses in emergencies, and VetPay is taken.
Compare vets near Petersham
The table sets out where each clinic is based, its after-hours cover and the animals it sees.
| Vet | Based in | Distance | After hours | Cat Friendly | Exotic pets | Google rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West | Stanmore | 1.1 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 4.8 (342) |
| The Inner West Cat Hospital | Newtown | 2.3 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.9 (230) |
| Summer Hill Village Vet | Summer Hill | 1.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (563) |
| Annandale Animal Hospital | Leichhardt | 1.5 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (508) |
| Haberfield Veterinary Hospital | Haberfield | 1.6 km | After hours | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (208) |
| MediPaws | Leichhardt | 1.5 km | 24/7 | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (104) |
| Hurlstone Park Veterinary Hospital | Dulwich Hill | 2.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.7 (307) |
| Sydney Animal Hospitals Erskineville | Erskineville | 2.7 km | Late nights | โ | โ | โ 4.6 (490) |
| Petvets Petersham | Petersham | 0.6 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.4 (217) |
| Marrickville Vet Hospital AMS | Marrickville | 2.8 km | โ | โ | โ | โ 4.4 (108) |
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 Petersham. Ratings show from 5 Google reviews.
How we picked vets near Petersham
Order follows a blend of customer feedback, weighted toward clinics with more of it, then the breadth of care listed, the animals seen and an in-house X-ray or lab. Only clinics a short drive from the middle of Petersham, or based in the suburb, qualified, and nearer ones sit slightly ahead. Each clinic's listed services were read against this kind of job before it was placed.
Vets near Petersham: FAQ
Which vets near Petersham stay open until 8pm on weeknights?
Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West, Annandale Animal Hospital and Haberfield Veterinary Hospital all keep weekday hours until 8pm. Haberfield's weekday opening times shift, so confirm before you go.
Is there a vet close to Petersham that is open round the clock?
MediPaws in Leichhardt is the one listed as 24/7, with emergency care that needs no referral.
Which vet near Petersham treats cats only?
The Inner West Cat Hospital in Newtown is the only clinic in this list that sees cats alone, so it suits households without dogs.
Which vet near Petersham takes boarding for dogs?
Sydney Animal Hospitals Inner West is the broadest option for boarding, covering both dogs and cats.