Derryginney Veterinary Clinic – Vets in Ballyconnell
Clinic Overview
- Fast help in urgent situations: Owners mention pets being seen straight away first thing in the morning and the clinic helping at unsociable hours. - Caring, professional approach: Reviews describe the team as kind, compassionate, courteous, and friendly, with several comments praising how well animals were looked after. - Persistence with treatment: Specific examples include recovery after treatment for suspected pneumonia and prolonged care for parvovirus, with euthanasia described as a last resort rather than a quick decision.
Services
- •General veterinary care for small and large animals: The clinic is mentioned as treating both companion animals and larger animals.
- •Urgent and out-of-hours help: Reviews describe pets being seen immediately for breathing problems and owners being accommodated outside normal hours when help was needed urgently.
- •Medical treatment and inpatient care: Examples mentioned include suspected pneumonia treated with antibiotics and steroids, and parvovirus care involving a 10-day stay in the clinic.
- •Preventive care: Routine vaccinations are mentioned by reviewers.
- •End-of-life support: One owner describes euthanasia being treated as a last resort, with the option of having it carried out at home for the pet’s comfort.
Pricing
No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.
People
- •Ferghal / Fearghal: Praised for going above and beyond in the care of seriously ill dogs, including a Jack Russell and a Golden Retriever.
- •Michal / Michael: Described as persistent in trying treatment options before recommending euthanasia; one owner credits him with saving dogs with parvovirus and providing extended in-clinic care.
- •Gerard McGovern: Named by reviewers as part of the veterinary team.
- •Linda: Remembered as empathetic, supportive, and helpful during difficult visits.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.8/5 from 47 reviews. Recent written feedback is very positive overall, with most comments focusing on responsiveness, compassion, and committed treatment.
- •Fast help in urgent situations: Owners mention pets being seen straight away first thing in the morning and the clinic helping at unsociable hours.
- •Caring, professional approach: Reviews describe the team as kind, compassionate, courteous, and friendly, with several comments praising how well animals were looked after.
- •Persistence with treatment: Specific examples include recovery after treatment for suspected pneumonia and prolonged care for parvovirus, with euthanasia described as a last resort rather than a quick decision.
- •Positive comments on value: Some reviewers describe fees as reasonable or cost efficient, and one mentions being able to pay off a bill.
