Recommended Vets in Malaysia

In Malaysia, it's easy to find vets experienced in dogs and cats. When it comes to rabbits, however ... well, speaking as a four-year-bunny-owner: it's rather hard.

Anyhow, here are two vets I've found so far in Malaysia and would recommend:

1. Dr Chan Jing Ting - Global Pets (Mutiara Mas Branch)

25, Jalan Mutiara 1/2, 

Taman Mutiara Mas,

81300 Skudai, Johor.

Tel: 012-716 6177

• Why?
  Dr Chan is the vet I bring my bunnies to. She's the best in my area. I once called to another clinic, even that vet recommended Dr Chan. Dr Chan is also a member of the Association of Exotic Mammal Veterinarians (AEMV).

2. Dr Jenny Huong Ling - Hands N Paws Veterinary Clinic

C-17g, Jalan PJU 1/45

Aman Suria Damansara

47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Tel: 03-7804 6539

• Why?
  Dr Jenny is a member of the AEMV too. I've been searching on the Internet and she's the other vet that popped up along with Dr Chan. Dr Jenny is often praised, so I think she must be good. 
  
  
  Note: An appointment is said to be required if you want to see Dr Jenny, so better call prior your visit!

Technically, Dr Chan and Dr Jenny aren't the only vets that tend to rabbits. If you called a clinic and asked:

"Hello, 请问你们这里有看兔子的吗?" (Hello, does your vet tend to rabbits?)

“兔子？有啊。” (Rabbits? Yes.)

Unfortunately, the truth is that many vets don't know much about rabbits. A rabbit's anatomy is different from that of dogs and cats, hence they require different treatment and medication. Bringing your companion to such an irresponsible and over-confident vet could cost the life of him/her. 

Now personally, I strongly suggest that you DO NOT take your bunny to the following clinics:

1. Wondercare Vet Clinic (Klinik Haiwan Wondercare)

15 & 17, Jalan Rosmerah 2/8, Taman Johor Jaya, Johor Bahru, 81100, Johor.

• Why not?
  When I wasn't much experienced, I brought Dutchie to this vet clinic. It was very noisy and stuffy inside. Also, in my opinion, I don't even think the so-called vet is really a vet! Then, there's her assistance who joked around and not took the situation seriously. A complete disappointment. We went home with nothing.

2. Han Veterinary Surgery

50, Jalan Molek 2/2, Taman Molek, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.

• Why not?
  The vet is only experienced in dogs and cats, I would say. He isn't of much help to rabbits. Also, his words are rather discouraging. I will never visit this vet again.

3. Koh Animal Clinic

62, Jalan Kemunting, Taman Kebun Teh, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor.

• Why not?
  I admit that I've never seen this vet before. However, one phone call was enough to let me blacklist this clinic. The environment there sounded chaotic even through the phone and the receptionist was extremely, extremely rude and unhelpful. I don't ever want to try my luck by visiting a vet who employed such an obvious I-don't-care-about-your-animals person.

Well, that's the list. If you are also a passionate bunny owner in Malaysia, feel free to comment below the vet you would like to recommend. :)

As a reminder: DO NOT choose a vet just because he/she is nearest to your home. We had to drive for 45 minutes to arrive at the vet's. Several fellow bunny owners I know drive even further. You brought your bunny home, and therefore he/she is your responsibility. Pets are more than companions, they are family.

Finding a rabbit vet but not living in Malaysia?
Recommended Vets in Singapore by the House Rabbit Society Singapore
Veterinary Listing (US/Canada/Australia/Hong Kong/Italy) by the House Rabbit Society