District Veterinary Hospital Kozhikode
Online Verified Kozhikode
- Veterinary care
Hours: Mon–Sat: 8 AM–8 PM; Sun: 9 AM–12 PM
Best Veterinarians in Kerala
Kerala has 7 cities with their own veterinarian pages here, led by Kozhikode, Malappuram, Thrissur and Kochi. This page lists all 7 providers we hold for the state in one list, then links to each city for maps, FAQs and local healthcare figures.
Premium partners that have confirmed their details appear first and are labelled; the other entries come from public online sources and are marked as not yet verified, so please confirm details by phone before you travel.
District Veterinary centre
Online Verified Malappuram
- Veterinary hospital
Hours: Mon–Sat: 10 AM–5 PM; Sun: 9 AM–12 PM
The Cochin Pet Hospital
Online Verified Kochi
- Veterinary hospital
- Cat daycare
- Pet boarding
- Pet grooming
- Pet transport
PET PULSE Veterinary Clinic & Wellness Center
Online Verified Thiruvananthapuram
- Veterinarian
- Pet boarding
- Pet grooming
- Veterinary pharmacy
Quilon pet clinic 24 x 7
Online Verified Kollam
- Veterinarian
- Dialysis centre
- Emergency veterinary care
- Pet boarding
- Pet grooming
Open 24 hours
Veterinarians in Kerala by city
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Veterinarians in Kerala at a glance
Quick facts for the Kerala cities listed here. Hospital, bed and doctor figures are estimates scaled from state and national data, because no public source counts them city by city.
| Cities with a page | 7Largest first |
|---|---|
| Combined population of these cities (2025 est.) | 23.8 million (238 lakh)UN WPP 2024 / Census 2011 scaled |
| Estimated hospital beds in these cities | ~63,000State beds per 1,000 x city population |
| Estimated ICU beds | ~3,100ICU assumed at 5% of beds |
| Estimated hospitals (public + private) | ~2,100~810 public, ~1,300 private |
| Estimated practising doctors, all systems | ~29,000National ratio of 1 per 811 people |
| Estimated nurses and midwives | ~53,000National ratio of 2.23 per 1,000 |
| Hospital beds per 1,000 (state) | 2.63India average about 1.39; Above avg |
| Private share of hospital beds (state) | 62%2019-era estimate |
| Infant mortality (state, 2024) | 8 per 1,000 live birthsIndia: 24 (SRS 2024) |
| Life expectancy at birth (state, 2023, modelled) | 78.0 yearsIndia: about 72 |
Taken together, the 7 Kerala cities with a page here have an estimated 23.8 million residents (about 238 lakh) in 2025. The largest are Kozhikode (4.4 million), Malappuram (4.3 million) and Thrissur (3.7 million), followed by 4 smaller cities. Population figures come from the UN's 2024 urban-area estimates for the biggest cities and from scaled Census 2011 data for the rest.
Applying state-level hospital-bed ratios to these populations gives about 63,000 hospital beds, including some 3,100 ICU beds, in an estimated 2,100 hospitals (roughly 810 public and 1,300 private). Kerala averages 2.63 beds per 1,000 people against about 1.39 for India, and about 62% of its beds are private.
On the national ratio of one practising doctor per 811 people, these cities would have about 29,000 doctors and 53,000 nurses and midwives across all systems of medicine. Veterinarians are registered with the Veterinary Council of India and are not part of the human-health workforce counted above. Specialist head-counts are not published city by city, so these figures show scale, not how many veterinarians practise in Kerala.
Kerala has infant mortality of 8 per 1,000 live births (India: 24) and modelled life expectancy of about 78.0 years (India: about 72). This page lists 7 veterinarians across these cities, and every city and sister city below has its own page with maps, qualifications to check and answers to common questions.
General information compiled from public sources (MoHFW, SRS 2024, CDDEP / One Health Trust, UN WPP 2024, Census 2011); estimates, not official counts, and not medical advice.
What veterinarians treat
- Sterilisation (spay/neuter)
- Deworming and tick/flea control
- Skin and ear problems in pets
- Emergency and accident care
- Nutrition and weight management
- Livestock and large-animal care (some clinics)
When to see a veterinarian
- A pet that has stopped eating or is unusually quiet
- Vomiting, diarrhoea or limping that lasts more than a day
- An injury, bite or bleeding
- A new puppy or kitten that needs a health check
- Planning travel or boarding that requires a certificate
Emergency: Heavy bleeding, difficulty breathing, poisoning, a seizure or a road accident needs an emergency vet at once; call ahead to confirm the clinic is open. India's free ambulance number is 108.
How to choose a veterinarian
- Check the qualification: BVSc & AH (Bachelor of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry), with MVSc for specialists.
- Verify registration with the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) and your State Veterinary Council and note the registration number.
- Ask how long the clinic has treated the condition you have, not just how long the doctor has practised.
- Read recent patient feedback on more than one platform, and be wary of identical glowing reviews.
- Check practical details: location, clinic hours, appointment system, and whether emergency back-up exists if something goes wrong.
Not every listed clinic is open round the clock. Ask about emergency availability, the species treated and whether home visits are offered.
Frequently asked questions: Veterinarians in Kerala
Which cities in Kerala have listed veterinarians?
We hold veterinarians listings for 7 cities in Kerala, including Kozhikode, Malappuram, Thrissur, Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, Kannur and Kollam. Each city has its own page with contact details and local information.
How many veterinarians are listed in Kerala?
This page shows 7 listed providers across 7 cities. It is a starting point rather than a complete register, so use the qualification and registration checks on each city page before booking.
Who is the best veterinarian in Kerala?
There is no single best doctor for everyone: the right choice depends on your condition, budget and city. Shortlist two or three veterinarians, check their qualification and registration with the Veterinary Council of India (VCI) and your State Veterinary Council, and compare facilities and communication. District Veterinary Hospital Kozhikode (Kozhikode) is the first listing on this page - confirm details by phone.
Are emergency vet services available in Kerala?
Some clinics and veterinary hospitals offer emergency or 24-hour care, but many do not. Save the number of an emergency-capable clinic in advance and call before travelling.
Can I get a vet to visit my home?
Many clinics offer home visits for vaccination, check-ups or elderly pets, usually for an extra fee. Ask the clinic directly about availability and charges.
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