Animal Doctors International Advances International-Standard Veterinary Care Across Southeast Asia

01-27-2026 | Business, Healthcare & Professional Services

As pet ownership continues to grow across Southeast Asia and expectations around animal welfare rise in parallel, veterinary care in the region is undergoing a period of structural change. Among the organisations most closely associated with this evolution is Animal Doctors International (ADI), a veterinary healthcare group that has become widely recognised for introducing and sustaining international clinical standards in emerging markets.

Founded by UK-trained veterinarian and healthcare entrepreneur William Thomas, Animal Doctors International has spent more than a decade building a multi-hospital veterinary platform in Vietnam and neighbouring countries. The group's model was established to address long-standing gaps in the regional market, including limited access to advanced diagnostics, specialist veterinary services, consistent clinical governance, and transparent operating practices.

From its early operations, ADI differentiated itself by aligning its medical protocols, training systems, and operational frameworks with UK and international veterinary standards. This approach contrasted sharply with the fragmented and largely informal veterinary landscape that historically characterised much of Southeast Asia. Over time, as pet owners became more informed and demand for higher-quality care increased, this standards-led model positioned Animal Doctors International as a reference point for premium veterinary healthcare in the region.

Today, Animal Doctors International operates multiple full-service veterinary hospitals supported by centralised systems designed to ensure consistency in clinical decision-making, customer experience, and regulatory compliance across locations. The group's infrastructure includes integrated medical governance, quality assurance processes, and data-driven operational oversight, enabling it to deliver reliable outcomes at scale while maintaining a strong focus on animal welfare.

A defining feature of the group has been its investment in developing in-house clinical capability. Animal Doctors International provides a wide range of advanced veterinary services internally, including complex surgery, diagnostic imaging, internal medicine, cardiology, and regenerative therapies such as stem-cell treatment. The group also established the first and only dedicated veterinary blood bank in the region, a development that significantly enhanced emergency and critical-care capacity for companion animals.

All clinical services are delivered under structured protocols designed to reflect best practice in mature veterinary markets, supported by continuous professional development and international clinical oversight. This emphasis on depth of capability and internal expertise has reduced reliance on outbound referrals and contributed to improved continuity of care for clients.

Beyond clinical operations, Animal Doctors International has developed a comprehensive back-end platform encompassing customer service, compliance, logistics, and operational support. This infrastructure underpins the group's ability to operate across multiple sites while maintaining consistent standards and clear communication with clients. The group is also recognised for its expertise in international pet relocation, assisting families with cross-border moves through veterinary oversight, regulatory coordination, and animal-first transport planning.

Over time, Animal Doctors International has built a strong reputation among both expatriate and local communities for transparency, professionalism, and ethical practice. Its hospitals serve a diverse client base and are frequently cited for their emphasis on clear treatment plans, informed consent, and long-term patient care. In parallel, the group maintains engagement with NGOs, professional bodies, and industry stakeholders, contributing to broader discussions around veterinary education, standards, and animal welfare in Southeast Asia.

With more than ten years of continuous operation, Animal Doctors International is now regarded as one of the most established and systematised veterinary healthcare platforms in the region. Its combination of international clinical standards, operational maturity, and regional expertise has positioned the group at the centre of Southeast Asia's rapidly evolving pet healthcare sector.

As expectations around veterinary care continue to rise and the market moves toward greater professionalisation, Animal Doctors International remains closely associated with the development of high-standard veterinary medicine in the region and continues to play an influential role in shaping its future direction.

224 - 226 Nguyen Van Huong
Thao Dien
District 2
Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam

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Animal Doctors International is a leading veterinary healthcare group operating across Southeast Asia, with a primary presence in Vietnam. Founded by UK-trained veterinarian William Thomas, the group delivers international-standard veterinary care through a network of advanced hospitals, specialist services, and integrated operational systems.

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