BurrenVets

- Several owners describe fast access for urgent problems, including same-day appointments for foot and ankle injuries. - Reviews repeatedly mention clear communication and careful handling, including with a very nervous or aggressive dog during an x-ray visit. - There is positive feedback for diagnostic work, with mentions of x-rays, ultrasound, and sedation that was reported to have gone smoothly.

BurrenVets presents itself as a veterinary practice focused on personal care. Recent feedback points to prompt appointments for sudden injuries, clear communication around treatment options, and use of diagnostic imaging including x-rays and ultrasound, with some cases carried out under sedation. Reviews also highlight supportive care during palliative and end-of-life visits, alongside a small number of serious negative accounts around emergency handling and front-desk manner.

Services

•Urgent and same-day assessments: Reviews describe same-day appointments for limping, ankle and foot injuries, and quick assessment of a cat’s paw problem.
•Diagnostic imaging and work-ups: Owners mention x-rays for foot injuries and ultrasound plus x-rays as part of a more complete check-up after a dog ate non-food items.
•Sedation for diagnostics: One owner specifically reports imaging carried out under sedation, noting their dog tolerated it well.
•Treatment for limb and paw problems: Recent experiences include diagnosis and treatment for paw, foot, and ankle issues in both cats and dogs.
•Palliative and end-of-life care: Multiple reviews describe compassionate support during difficult visits for an older dog with an inoperable condition.
•Emergency response and home visit mentioned in reviews: One review describes an emergency call-out to a cat with breathing problems, including injections given at home, but also alleges that follow-up emergency help was not provided when the condition worsened.

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No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

Named team members mentioned by clients include John, who is praised for taking time over treatment decisions, Tommy and Shauna on reception for keeping owners informed and reassured, and Eduardo, who is singled out for compassionate care during palliative visits.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.1/5 from 20 reviews.

•Several owners describe fast access for urgent problems, including same-day appointments for foot and ankle injuries.
•Reviews repeatedly mention clear communication and careful handling, including with a very nervous or aggressive dog during an x-ray visit.
•There is positive feedback for diagnostic work, with mentions of x-rays, ultrasound, and sedation that was reported to have gone smoothly.
•A smaller number of reviews report poor experience under pressure, including one complaint about an abrupt, dismissive receptionist during an emergency visit and one much more serious account alleging inadequate emergency follow-up for a cat with breathing difficulties.

Reviews for BurrenVets

Note: Showing the 10 most recent Google reviews out of 20 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Manomeile Vandenynas

2 months ago

"I have been a long-term client at Burren Vets, Miltown Malbay, but this emergency visit was very stressful. My cat had a serious bladder problem, and while the veterinarian treated him professionally, the receptionist was extremely rude, abrupt, and dismissive — repeating responses like a robot and ignoring my concerns. She was arrogant even while I waited after the procedure, and no prepaid plan or discount was offered despite my loyalty. Paying €200 myself, I am worried about future emergencies and costs. Staff dealing with pets and stressed owners must show empathy and professionalism — which was completely lacking here."

M

8 months ago

Wir sind auf einem Roadtrip um Irland, leider hat sich am ersten Tag unsere Hündin am Sprunggelenk verletzt. John und sein Team haben uns am selben Tag einen Termin gegeben zur Untersuchung. Sie haben sich extrem viel Zeit genommen um für unsere Bo die passende Behandlung zu finden. Ich habe selten erlebt das sich ein Tierarzt so viel Mühe und Zeit nimmt einem Hund zu helfen. Vielen lieben Dank an John und sein Team. ❤️

Beth Clayton

1 year ago

We took our dog, Bruce, in for an x-ray on his foot and he is a very nervous aggressive dog at the vets but they made us feel so at ease and did such an amazing job. We got an appointment on the same day and communication was amazing. Can't thank them enough.

Hannah O'Brien

We would like to thank the management and all the staff at Burren Vets in Ennistymon and Miltown malbay for the way they treated us during a few very difficult visits. Our 15 year old dog, Alfie, was inoperable, and we had to say our goodbyes. All staff in both practices were incredibly compassionate, caring, and professional in the way they treated us and Alfie. It's times like these you appreciate having gone to the right place and the right people. Thank you so much, we won't forget your kind and caring approach.

Christa Haller

marcin barkowski

2 years ago

My cat Charlie had a problem with his paw. The doctor quickly diagnosed the problem and started treatment. Many thanks for your work and help!

N Fitzpatrick

Having used the services of John and his team at Burren Vets for many years, I feel my recent dealings warrant a review. During the palliative care of a much loved animal, their service was exemplary. From Tommy and Shauna on reception, we were informed of visits and reassured when needed. However, the care, compassion and dignity provided by a new member of the team Eduardo, meant so much to us. He showed real care and interest and is a credit to his profession and an asset to the North Clare area. Thank you Eduardo and all at Burren Vets.

B Z

I can only give one star and wouldn't even give that if it were possible because we got no help here in an emergency! Our 13 year old tomcat had been suffering from breathing problems for some time. On St. Patrick's Day it got so bad that we had to call the emergency number of the BurrenVets in Ennistymon. Only hours after our first call and after we had to make it clear that our cat was not fit for transport, a vet came to our home and diagnosed "asthma". He gave our cat 3 injections that should clear his airways. He said there was no need to panic. We should bring the cat to the practice for further examinations as soon as he gets better and count his breaths every few hours until then. Unfortunately, it didn't get better, but it got a lot worse the next day. Although the vet himself had diagnosed that our cat was unfit for transport only the evening before, he now asked to bring him into the practice. For our cat, such transports always meant enormous stress. With his current shortness of breath it would have been absolutely necessary to avoid stress and I assumed that the vet would know that. But much valuable time was lost trying to explain this and asking that someone from the BurrenVets come to our home to help as quickly as possible. But although it was an acute emergency, we were not helped. It ended up with my daughter and I having to watch helplessly as our beloved cat suffocated in agony! It may be that our experience was only an exemption, but I find it unforgivable not to treat a reported emergency as such! This terrible experience left us completely traumatized!

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Manomeile Vandenynas

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Beth Clayton

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Hannah O'Brien

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Christa Haller

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N Fitzpatrick

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