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Best Vets in Galway

Showing 11-20 of 56 clinics

Our Score (81/100)

4.8(139 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Oran Veterinary Clinic is a companion-animal practice offering routine preventive care alongside in-clinic diagnostics (X‑rays and blood tests) and procedures such as neutering, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery. Reviewers repeatedly mention clear explanations during exams and treatments, record-keeping with paperwork provided, and at least one report of being seen “out of hours in minutes” for a suspected urgent cat issue. One recent reviewer, however, strongly disagrees with this picture, saying the clinic felt “all about money and not welfare,” so experiences appear to vary.

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 (78/100)

4.7(258 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Briarhill Veterinary Clinic is a purpose-built, 100% small-animal practice that has been providing care since 2009 and holds Hospital status with the Veterinary Council of Ireland. The clinic is equipped for diagnostics and in-clinic treatment (including digital X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG, and on-site blood and urine analysis) alongside surgery and dentistry facilities. Recent reviews include detailed accounts of compassionate end-of-life care (including a vet guiding owners through a terminal diagnosis and performing euthanasia “with tenderness and respect”), as well as criticism from others who felt euthanasia decisions were rushed or that payment was demanded before discussing an animal’s condition.

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.”

#17

STIM Ireland

Oranmore

Our Score (77/100)

4.8(139 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
exotic

Oran Veterinary Clinic is a companion-animal practice (no corporate group mentioned) offering routine care alongside in-clinic diagnostics and surgery. The website lists services including vaccinations, microchipping, neutering, soft-tissue surgery, dentistry, medical investigations, dermatology, X‑rays and blood tests. In reviews, owners most often mention clear explanations during consultations, good record-keeping with paperwork provided, and at least one case of being seen out-of-hours quickly for a worried cat—while one recent reviewer alleges the clinic is “all about money,” creating a direct conflict with the many comments describing welfare-focused care.

#18

Moran Court Vets

Ballinasloe

Our Score (77/100)

4.8(73 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Moran Court Vets is a long-established veterinary practice (the website describes it as established 42 years ago) with multiple branches. The clinic highlights “very latest diagnostic facilities,” backed by listed diagnostic, laboratory, and dental equipment. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe cat cases (injury after a fight, pneumonia, and an unexpected heart failure) and point to supportive communication and follow-up—including a next-day call after a pet died, and vets explaining what to watch for after treatment.

Our Score (75/100)

4.7(422 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Knocknacarra Veterinary Clinic is part of Ark Vets Galway, a companion-animal practice with multiple branches and a referral service available (per the clinic website). Reviews describe both routine appointments and more complex work, including diagnostic imaging and an intestinal procedure referred in from another clinic. Owners most often mention fast access (including same-day availability), clear explanations of treatment plans, and supportive end-of-life care (including an out-of-hours vet in one account), alongside a minority of reviews raising concerns about bedside manner and high charges for imaging.

Our Score (75/100)

4.9(46 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Gorteen Acre Veterinary Clinic is a mixed-animal practice (small animals, farm animals, equines, and exotic species) with X‑ray facilities. The website also states a 24‑hour call‑out service for large animals and a 24‑hour emergency service for equines. Reviews most often point to help with emergencies and support for less common pets, including exotics; one owner describes being guided through raising newborn puppies, and another describes treatment for a severe virus in a young rescue puppy.

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