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Farm Vets in Galway

#1 Ranking
5.0

Our Score (87/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Divilly Veterinary Clinic is most often described in reviews as a general small-animal practice that also hosts a visiting (“roaming”) vet for exotic pets. Owners mention routine care (injections and check-ups), surgery with detailed aftercare guidance, and more investigative work-ups (tests scheduled to pinpoint a spine problem) rather than “rest and see.”

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#2 Ranking

Our Score (86/100)

4.8(152 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Ballyhugh Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a mixed animal practice, covering small animals, large animals and equine work, with medical, surgical and educational services listed on its website. It also states it provides a 24-hour emergency service via an on-call rota shared with three other veterinary practices. From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention personable, supportive handling around difficult situations (including after a pet’s death), ongoing medication support, and routine procedures like neutering (including for rabbits).

#3 Ranking

Our Score (86/100)

4.9(149 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Kelly Veterinary Clinic has a 4.9★ Google rating from 149 reviews. Ownership (independent vs group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine consultations and medical management in cats and dogs, with an emphasis on clear explanations and treatment planning.

Our Score (85/100)

4.9(105 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Lakeside Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic (described that way by a reviewer) where owners frequently mention being accommodated at short notice and having treatment choices and costs explained clearly. No corporate group ownership is stated in the available information; one reviewer specifically mentions “the owner” being available to help.

Our Score (83/100)

4.7(83 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Lakeview Small Animal Surgery is a long-established veterinary practice (the website says it was established 42 years ago) and does not mention being part of a corporate group. Based on its own service list and owner reports, it appears set up for both routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping) and more involved medical/surgical work, with on-site diagnostic, laboratory and dental equipment.

Our Score (82/100)

4.8(88 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Out-of-hours and urgent care: owners describe quick responses and emergency treatment overnight (including a Sunday 3am visit after a traffic accident) and prompt help for sudden lameness/hip pain. - Cat-focused care is a recurring theme: multiple reviews mention cats specifically (including feral/community cats), with emphasis on gentle handling and thorough efforts to diagnose and control pain. - Breadth of care across routine to complex: routine vaccines and travel prep are mentioned alongside surgery, dentistry/teeth cleaning, overnight stays for illness, and trauma care.

Our Score (80/100)

4.8(160 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Named in reviews (roles not stated in reviews unless noted)

  • Dr Lindsay is thanked for an appointment involving “Sunny” (the review includes a bird emoji, suggesting an avian pet, but the species isn’t explicitly stated). - Tina is repeatedly mentioned by name, with one reviewer saying “Tina is the best vet” and describing care for “two dogs and 2 cats.”
  • Other team members thanked by name for hands-on support during several days of care: Marcus, Caroline, Christine, Catherine, and Tina.

Our Score (78/100)

4.7(332 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Concrete details owners mention include

  • Fast appointment access for a cat with recurring cystitis. - Routine care such as scheduled vaccinations (“shots”) and neutering. - Phone updates throughout a pet’s illness treatment, with clear explanations of next steps.

Our Score (78/100)

4.7(332 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:

Thomas A Glynn Veterinary Practice is described in reviews as offering “personal service,” with one owner explicitly contrasting it with “corporate vets.” Based on recent feedback, the practice appears set up for both routine preventive care and sick/urgent cases, with multiple mentions of quick appointment availability and phone updates during treatment.

Our Score (77/100)

4.8(2974 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:

The Cottage Kilcolgan appears to be a seafood-focused restaurant centred on oysters. The website content describes oysters coming from a large natural oyster bed (700 acres of seabed) that’s not cultivated, relying on a mix of fresh and sea water. In recent reviews, people repeatedly mention very fresh oysters and seafood, plus a dining room that’s described as “picturesque” and “cozy/authentic.”

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