Letterkenny Small Animal Veterinary Hospital
#1 Vet in Letterkenny, Donegal
Letterkenny Small Animal Veterinary Hospital – Vets in Letterkenny
Clinic Overview
Letterkenny Small Animal Veterinary Hospital appears to focus on small pets (cats and dogs are specifically mentioned) and is repeatedly used for urgent and end‑of‑life care. Corporate ownership isn’t stated in the information provided. Reviewers describe being seen immediately for emergencies (including a call-out at 1 a.m.), pets being kept overnight on a drip, and both in-clinic and at-home euthanasia being provided—one owner reports the team came out within an hour so their dog could pass at home in their arms.
Services
Based on the latest reviews available to us, owners mention
- •Emergency care, including overnight help and at least one case handled at 1 a.m.
- •Hospitalisation/overnight monitoring, including a dog kept overnight with a drip and then discharged the next day
- •Medication treatment following an acute episode (one owner describes a two‑week recovery “with meds”)
- •Euthanasia in-clinic and at-home euthanasia (including time for the family before and after)
People
- •Ciara (vet) – mentioned by name in an emergency case; described as knowledgeable and friendly, and handling the situation “with great care,” with the dog doing well afterwards.
- •Ronan (vet, name not fully certain per reviewer) – described as nice and understanding during an older dog’s emergency stay; the owner felt comfortable leaving their dog overnight.
- •Vet and assistant (unnamed) – in an at-home euthanasia for a dog with an aggressive tumour, the pair are described as giving the family time before and after, and helping make a difficult situation easier.
Reviews
4.6 stars from 29 reviews. - Fast emergency access and availability: multiple owners describe being seen immediately, including an overnight emergency and a 1 a.m. call.
- •Support during end-of-life care: one owner reports a home visit for euthanasia on short notice and being given time to say goodbye.
- •Inpatient-style support when needed: an older dog was kept overnight with a drip, then sent home the next day with ongoing meds.
- •One concern about euthanasia protocol: a reviewer felt their dog may have suffered briefly and noted no sedative was given beforehand; they said they would request sedation in future, while still calling the clinic professional overall.
Location
Port Rd, Ballyraine, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, F92 W0FX, Ireland
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Animals Treated at Letterkenny Small Animal Veterinary Hospital
Animals We Treat
Companion Animals
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Reviews for Letterkenny Small Animal Veterinary Hospital
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 29 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
natasa milinovic
3 weeks ago
I had a emargency with my dog, and they were briliant. I always go to them they are very friendly and helpful
Alba Fernández Gómez
3 months ago
They are absolutely wonderful. They treat animals with so much care and professionalism, and they’re always happy to help and answer any questions. They also have an emergency service, which is super helpful. I have my three cats with them and couldn’t be happier. No complaints at all — they’re truly fantastic! 🐾💚
Alba Fernández Gómez
3 weeks ago
They are absolutely wonderful. They treat animals with so much care and professionalism, and they’re always happy to help and answer any questions. They also have an emergency service, which is super helpful. I have my three cats with them and couldn’t be happier. No complaints at all — they’re truly fantastic! 🐾💚
Monica Nugent
5 months ago
Fantastic service. I wasn't a regular customer and needed a emergency vet. Absolutely best veterinary I have come across in a long time. Thank you for being there at such difficult time.
Michael Leslie
5 months ago
When my dog had a medical emergency at 1 a.m., I was so grateful for the help we received. The vet, Ciara, was knowledgeable and friendly. She handled the situation with great care. My dog is doing great, and I can't thank Ciara enough.
Michael Leslie
2 months ago
When my dog had a medical emergency at 1 a.m., I was so grateful for the help we received. The vet, Ciara, was knowledgeable and friendly. She handled the situation with great care. My dog is doing great, and I can't thank Ciara enough.
Louise Mcdermott
5 months ago
Had my dog with them last Xmas she had a wee turn and they seen her immediately, they kept her over night and we thought she may need a few days but to our surprise she was ready for home the next day, all be it shaken. She took two weeks to recover with meds and had a drip up the night she was with them, she is an old lady of 16 years so we wanted to give her every chance. The vet, Ronan I think, was so nice and understanding, took such good care of her. Made us feel comfortable leaving her with them.. She is still going well 8 months on , we will get another check up on her, but her age is against her. Again we will give her every chance. The cost is irrelevant, for the peace of mind and care she got..
Louise Mcdermott
3 months ago
Had my dog with them last Xmas she had a wee turn and they seen her immediately, they kept her over night and we thought she may need a few days but to our surprise she was ready for home the next day, all be it shaken. She took two weeks to recover with meds and had a drip up the night she was with them, she is an old lady of 16 years so we wanted to give her every chance. The vet, Ronan I think, was so nice and understanding, took such good care of her. Made us feel comfortable leaving her with them.. She is still going well 8 months on , we will get another check up on her, but her age is against her. Again we will give her every chance. The cost is irrelevant, for the peace of mind and care she got..
David Emmet Sweeney
3 months ago
Absolutely amazing, it's taken me nearly a year to write this review because I still probably am in a bit of denial, my best bud Cleo had an aggressive tumour,and had come to the point where it was unfair on her to have to deal with it, I couldn't get her in the car as she hated the vets and where the tumour was you couldn't put a lead on. I contacted the vet she had been with since a pup. And they wouldn't come out and offered no alternative. I went to lk small vets clinic and explained the situation, a week passed and I called again and they rang me back and were there within the hour. We got time with Cleo before and after she passed, and we all shed some tears. The vet and assistant were amazing, and could not have made a horrible situation that big easier, and I can't praise them enough. She was able to pass at home in my arms. Thanks you for everything.
P B
3 months ago
A really professional outfit. I had my little westie put to sleep here a few years ago, and while she went quickly I can't help but feel she may have suffered in the final few seconds. She wasn't given a sedative beforehand, and I kind of wished the vets had given her one, to help ease her passing. I know in future I will ask for my pet to be given a sedative before being put to sleep. But all that aside, I can't fault this place (although avoid the awful..awful..dog grooming place next door)
