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Animal and Veterinary Service (AVS)

Animal & Veterinary Service

The Animal & Veterinary Service (AVS) is the main touch-point on animal and veterinary matters in Singapore and the first responder for all animal-related feedback.

Contact us on animal-related matters

Cat Management Framework

AVS launched the Cat Management Framework on 1 September 2024, which strives to improve the welfare and management of pet and community cats.

All about the Cat Management Framework
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I am a pet owner

Learn about getting a pet, licensing a pet, importing or exporting a pet and more.

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I work at or own an animal-related business

Information for businesses in the animal industry.

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I am interested in wildlife

Learn about AVS' wildlife management strategies, wildlife trade, and what to do when you encounter wildlife.

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Cat Management Framework

All about microchipping of cats, licensing of cats, and the pet ownership course

Licensing dogs and cats

How to apply for a dog or cat licence

Importing a pet into Singapore

Everything to know about bringing a pet into Singapore

News

The latest news about the AVS

28 January 2026

AVS working with stakeholders and Animal Lovers' League on long-term care for animals, ahead of handover of units in February

Media statement

28 November 2025

Updates on two dogs from Seletar West Farmway

Media statement

21 November 2025

Statement on passing of Baby Boy - one of the dogs from Seletar West Farmway

Media statement

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