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Best Vets in Dubai by Specialty 2026

Dubai has 50+ vet clinics. Here are the best by specialty: surgery, dental, exotic, emergency, dermatology in 2026.

·7 min read·By the Tovi UAE Team

Quick answer

Dubai has more than 50 licensed veterinary clinics. For 2026 the strongest options are: surgery at Al Wasl Veterinary Clinic, dental at Happy Paws Veterinary Clinic, exotic pets at The Pet Vet, emergency at 24 Pet Emergency, dermatology at Vets in the City. Each clinic holds current Dubai Municipality and Ministry of Climate Change and Environment approvals. Fees range from AED 350 for a basic consultation to AED 2,800 for complex soft-tissue surgery. Residents should call ahead for same-day slots and bring previous medical records.

Best surgical vets in Dubai 2026

Al Wasl Veterinary Clinic in Jumeirah 1 remains the top referral site for soft-tissue and orthopedic procedures. Lead surgeon Dr. Ahmed Al-Mansoori performs 200+ operations yearly. Current fees: cruciate ligament repair AED 6,500–8,200, foreign-body removal AED 3,400–4,900, ovariohysterectomy AED 1,800–2,400. The clinic operates two fully equipped theatres and uses digital radiography plus CT referral when needed. Advance appointment is required; emergencies are accepted only if theatre space is available.

Best dental vets in Dubai 2026

Happy Paws Veterinary Clinic in Al Barsha runs a dedicated dental suite with ultrasonic scalers, high-speed drills and digital dental X-rays. Dr. Sarah Khan leads the service. 2026 fees: scale-and-polish AED 950–1,350, tooth extraction (single) AED 450–650, full-mouth extractions with nerve blocks AED 2,100–2,800. Patients must fast six hours before procedures under general anesthesia. Follow-up checks are free within 10 days.

Best exotic pet vets in Dubai 2026

The Pet Vet in Jumeirah Village Circle maintains an exotic-animal licence from the Ministry of Climate Change and Environment. Staff treat birds, reptiles, rabbits, sugar gliders and small mammals. 2026 fees: avian wellness exam AED 350, reptile fecal flotation AED 220, rabbit spay/neuter AED 1,100–1,400. Bring the animal in its own transport box; temp-sensitive species need a warm pack. No walk-ins accepted after 4 pm.

Best emergency vets in Dubai 2026

24 Pet Emergency in Al Quoz operates 24/7 with two on-call veterinarians and one licensed technician. Blood gas analysis, oxygen therapy and continuous ECG are kept ready. 2026 fees: after-hours consultation AED 450–600, overnight hospitalization per night AED 650–850, snakebite antivenom administration AED 1,400–1,800. Call ahead before arrival so staff can prepare triage. Dubai Municipality ambulance transport can be arranged if needed.

Best dermatology vets in Dubai 2026

Vets in the City in Downtown Dubai offers skin cytology, intradermal testing and laser therapy for chronic cases. Dr. Lina Al-Haddad holds a European diplomate in dermatology. 2026 fees: skin scrape and cytology AED 380, intradermal allergy testing AED 1,600–2,200, laser therapy session AED 380–450. Medical records spanning six months must be brought along. Cytology results are usually reported within 90 minutes.

FAQs

How do I choose the right vet for my pet?

Match the clinic’s listed specialty to your pet’s current problem. Bring vaccination records and any previous blood work. Call the clinic directly to confirm current fees and appointment availability for 2026.

Are these clinics open on weekends?

Al Wasl Veterinary Clinic and 24 Pet Emergency open Saturday and Sunday until 6 pm and 24/7 respectively. Happy Paws, The Pet Vet and Vets in the City operate Saturday only.

Can I claim insurance reimbursement?

Most clinics accept direct billing with Oman Insurance, AXA Gulf and Salama Islamic Insurance. Submit the invoice and detailed report after treatment; reimbursement takes 7–14 days.

Do clinics accept walk-ins?

Emergency cases at 24 Pet Emergency are accepted at any hour. Routine appointments require advance booking at all other clinics. Peak periods January–March and September–October fill quickly.

Are fees negotiable?

Standard fees are fixed for 2026. Only multi-pet discounts (10 %) and senior-pet discounts (5 %) apply at Al Wasl and Happy Paws. No further negotiation is permitted.

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