Dr Tay has dreamt of being a veterinarian since young. His love for animals and caring for them led him to become a veterinarian in 1996 from Glasgow University and subsequently a Masters from the Royal Veterinary College, London University. He is also a Fellow and Member of two royal colleges of UK. He has cared for the health and welfare of animals through his career. His care for community well-being also led to his conferment of the Public Service Medal (PBM) for his dedication.
He has kept various pets since young but notably furry bunnies which he adores. Some of his bunnies led extremely long lives, living up to more than the ripe old age of 10 years!