Singapore establishes council to regulate Veterinary practices
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In Singapore, fourteen veterinary and non-veterinary professionals began serving on the new Singapore Veterinary Council (SVC).
The council will regulate the veterinary sector, focusing on registration, training standards, and professional discipline. The SVC aims to improve animal welfare and communication between veterinarians, pet owners, and animals, establishing a collaborative approach to care with the animal’s wellbeing as central.
The new council operates under the Veterinary Practice Act, passed in April, and will gradually take over responsibilities from the Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS) starting in 2027. The SVC will have the authority to impose penalties of up to $50,000 and suspend registration for veterinary misconduct or negligence. Singapore established the council because its veterinary sector has expanded alongside increasing pet ownership and demand for animal healthcare.
As of late 2025, the country had between 670 and 700 licensed veterinarians. Minister of State Alvin Tan stated the council will assure pet owners that veterinarians meet professional standards and are accountable for their work, with full implementation of the new registration framework expected by 2028.
