# Vets in Hougang

Every vet clinic in Singapore must hold an AVS veterinary centre licence, and every vet an AVS licence to practise. A basic consultation costs about $25–65 at neighbourhood clinics (June 2026), core vaccines $14–90 a shot, and cat sterilisation from about $185. All pet cats and dogs must be licensed with AVS.

## Key facts
- Listings: 9
- Median years in business: 8

## Prices in Singapore
Typical prices at Singapore vet clinics as of June 2026. Budget heartland clinics sit at the low end, mid-to-premium clinics at the high end. Weekend, evening and public holiday surcharges are common, and many clinics quote before GST.

| Service | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| General consultation | S$25–S$65 per visit | Premium clinics up to about $121 |
| Specialist referral consultation | S$150–S$300 per visit |  |
| Core vaccination | S$14–S$90 per shot |  |
| Rabies vaccination | S$24–S$70 per shot |  |
| Microchipping | S$55–S$90 per pet |  |
| Cat sterilisation (male to female) | S$185–S$500 per procedure | Spays cost more than neuters |
| Dog sterilisation (male to female) | S$455–S$800 per procedure | Larger dogs cost more; spays can exceed $800 |
| Hospitalisation | S$200–S$500 per night |  |
| X-ray | S$100–S$250 per study |  |

## Licences
- **Licence to operate a veterinary centre** (Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), NParks, required): Any clinic or animal hospital must be licensed by AVS, be under the control of a veterinary surgeon at all times, and is subject to AVS inspection. Check: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/outreach/resources/public-registry-of-avs-licensed-veterinary-centres/
- **Licence to practise veterinary medicine** (Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS), NParks, required): Each vet treating animals must hold an AVS licence and follow the Code of Ethics for Veterinarians.

## How to choose
- Check the clinic is on AVS's public registry of licensed veterinary centres; the list is updated several times a year.
- Ask for the consultation fee and the weekend or evening surcharge up front. The same consult can be $35 on a weekday and $50 on a weekend at one clinic.
- For surgery, get an itemised estimate covering anaesthesia, blood tests, medication and the cone, not just the headline sterilisation price.
- Find your nearest 24-hour or emergency vet before you need one; after-hours surcharges of $150–500 on top of treatment are common.
- If your pet dies and you want a post-mortem, it must be submitted by a referring vet; AVS's lab no longer accepts submissions from the public (from 1 January 2025).

## Red flags
- The clinic is not on AVS's registry of licensed veterinary centres.
- Vague verbal estimates for surgery with no written breakdown.
- Pressure to buy large prepaid wellness packages on the first visit.

## Listings (top 9)
- [Spring Veterinary Care](https://lookup.sg/biz/spring-veterinary-care), Hougang · 123 Hougang Ave 1, #01-1412 · 9 min walk from Kovan MRT · registered 2014
- [Furiends Veterinary Clinic](https://lookup.sg/biz/furiends-veterinary-clinic), Hougang · 58 Yio Chu Kang Rd · 10 min walk from Serangoon MRT · registered 2018
- [Hope Veterinary Care](https://lookup.sg/biz/hope-veterinary-care), Kovan · 1017 Upper Serangoon Rd · 5 min walk from Kovan MRT
- [Stars Veterinary Clinic](https://lookup.sg/biz/stars-veterinary-clinic), Kovan · 211 Hougang St 21, #01-301 · 3 min walk from Kovan MRT · registered 2014
- [Furrytails Veterinary Clinic](https://lookup.sg/biz/furrytails-veterinary-clinic), Hougang · Kensington Square, 2 Jln Lokam, #01-13/14 · 6 min walk from Bartley MRT · registered 2018
- [Hillside Veterinary Surgery](https://lookup.sg/biz/hillside-veterinary-surgery), Hougang · 787A Upper Serangoon Rd · 9 min walk from Kovan MRT
- [Animal World Veterinary Clinic](https://lookup.sg/biz/animal-world-veterinary-clinic), Hougang · 16 Yio Chu Kang Rd · 8 min walk from Serangoon MRT
- [Animal Practice](https://lookup.sg/biz/animal-practice), Kovan · 1007A Upp Serangoon Rd · 5 min walk from Kovan MRT
- [Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital](https://lookup.sg/biz/veterinary-emergency-and-specialty-hospital-hougang), Hougang · 2 Rochdale Road · 5 min walk from Bartley MRT

## FAQs
### How much does a vet visit cost in Singapore?
A basic consultation costs about $25–65 at neighbourhood clinics as of June 2026, rising to about $121 at premium clinics, plus medication and tests. Specialist referrals cost $150–300. Core vaccines run $14–90 a shot and microchipping $55–90. Expect weekend, evening and public holiday surcharges, and confirm whether quotes include GST.

### Do I need a licence for my dog or cat in Singapore?
Yes. All cats and dogs must be licensed through AVS's Pet Animal Licensing System (PALS). A sterilised pet costs $15 for one year or $35 for a one-time lifetime licence; a non-sterilised pet costs $90 a year. First-time applicants must complete a free online pet ownership course. Cat licensing became compulsory after the transition period ended on 31 August 2026.

### How much does it cost to sterilise a cat or dog?
As of June 2026, cat neutering started from about $185 at budget clinics and spaying from about $280, with mid-to-premium clinics charging up to about $500. Dog sterilisation started from about $455 for males and $490 for females, rising to $800 or more for large dogs. Sterilised pets also get much cheaper AVS licences.

### How do I check if a vet clinic is licensed?
AVS publishes a public registry of licensed veterinary centres on its website, listing each clinic's name and address. Every clinic or animal hospital must hold an AVS veterinary centre licence and be under a vet's control at all times, and every practising vet needs an AVS licence. You can report concerns to AVS via its feedback channels.

## Sources
- AVS – Licence to operate a veterinary centre: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/businesses/veterinarians/licence-to-operate-a-veterinary-centre/
- AVS – Public registry of licensed veterinary centres: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/outreach/resources/public-registry-of-avs-licensed-veterinary-centres/
- AVS – Cat and dog licence fees: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/pets/licensing-a-pet/information-on-dog-and-cat-licences/licence-fees/
- AVS – Cat and dog licensing requirements: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/pets/licensing-a-pet/information-on-dog-and-cat-licences/licensing-requirements/
- AVS – Dealing with the death of a pet: https://avs.nparks.gov.sg/pets/death-of-a-pet/
- The Money Bees – Vet clinic prices in Singapore (June 2026): https://themoneybees.co/blog/vet-clinics-singapore-prices

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Source: Lookup (https://lookup.sg) · Data as of October 2026 · Listings compiled from Singapore government open data (data.gov.sg), OneMap and Overture Maps places. Free listings never show contact details; featured listings are labelled.