Sick animal at midnight? Every Punjab district has government veterinary hospitals offering free treatment, vaccination and emergency care in 2026. This district-wise guide helps every livestock farmer find the nearest hospital fast.
Detail
Information
Feature
Government veterinary hospitals
Coverage
Every district of Punjab
Cost
Treatment and vaccination free
Year
2026
Free Services for Farmers
Government veterinary hospitals provide:
Free treatment: Diagnosis and medicines for common diseases
Free vaccination: FMD, HS, BQ and other scheduled vaccines
Artificial insemination: Free AI service for breed improvement
Deworming: Free deworming medicines
Health certificates: For sale and transport of animals
Livestock Card holders get priority — bring your card. Free FMD vaccination is available year-round.
Ask your union council: Every council knows its nearest vet hospital
Call 0800-09211: Helpline gives the address and phone number
Tehsil headquarters: Each tehsil has at least one civil veterinary hospital
Mobile units: Veterinary ambulances visit villages on schedule
Save the hospital’s phone number in your mobile today — before an emergency.
District-Wise List
Major hospitals by division:
Division
Key District Hospitals
Lahore
Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur, Nankana Sahib
Gujranwala
Gujranwala, Sialkot, Narowal, Gujrat
Faisalabad
Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh, Chiniot
Multan
Multan, Khanewal, Lodhran, Vehari
Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur, Bahawalnagar, Rahim Yar Khan
D.G. Khan
D.G. Khan, Muzaffargarh, Layyah, Rajanpur
Rawalpindi
Rawalpindi, Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum
Sargodha
Sargodha, Khushab, Mianwali, Bhakkar
Sahiwal
Sahiwal, Okara, Pakpattan
Every district also has tehsil-level dispensaries — ask the district hospital for the full list.
Emergency Animal Care
When every minute counts:
Call first: Phone the hospital before leaving — the vet may meet you halfway
Describe symptoms: Note what the animal ate, its temperature, and behavior
Keep records: Bring previous treatment slips and vaccination cards
Night emergencies: District hospitals have on-call vets — call the helpline
Contact Detail
Information
Helpline
0800-09211 (24/7, toll-free)
Find Hospital
Ask union council or call helpline
Cost
All services free
Department
Livestock & Dairy Development Department, Government of Punjab
Conclusion
Free veterinary care is your right as a Punjab livestock farmer — use it. Know your nearest hospital, save its number, and never delay treatment. Healthy animals mean a healthy income.
FAQs
Are veterinary hospitals free in Punjab?
Yes. Government veterinary hospitals provide free treatment, vaccination and emergency care.
How do I find the nearest veterinary hospital?
Ask your union council, call 0800-09211, or visit your tehsil headquarters hospital.
Do Livestock Card holders get priority?
Yes. Bring your card for priority service at camps and hospitals.
What should I do in a night emergency?
Call the helpline 0800-09211 — district hospitals have on-call vets.
Shahzad Sahil is the editor of plcpunjab.pk, covering Punjab government schemes including the Livestock Card, eligibility, registration and latest updates, with information verified from official sources for readers across Punjab.
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