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Farm Vets in Laois

#1 Ranking
4.8

Our Score (76/100)

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Featured Clinic Overview

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Independent small‑animal practice started by Anne Flanagan in March 2018. The website describes a team that has grown to include a receptionist, two nurses, a full‑time vet, a part‑time vet, and a full‑time dog groomer, with X‑ray available on site and a 24/7, 365‑day service stated.

Showing 1-10 of 17 clinics

#2 Ranking

Our Score (75/100)

4.9(85 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Many owners describe friendly, professional interactions and a sense of personal attention. - Communication during treatment is specifically praised (phone updates during a cat surgery). - Several reviews focus on Megan’s manner: “knowledgeable,” “efficient,” and direct while still kind.
#3 Ranking

Our Score (75/100)

5.0(69 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Erkina Veterinary is presented in reviews as a small practice centred around a named vet, Grainne, with Mary mentioned as the receptionist. Corporate-group ownership isn’t stated in the available information.

#4

P O'Hanlon

Abbeyleix

Our Score (73/100)

4.7(66 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:

The information available here doesn’t describe veterinary facilities or pet-care services. Although the listing name suggests a clinic, the latest written Google reviews we have access to are about a general shop/fuel station experience (food items, customer service at the till, and parcel drop-off), so there isn’t enough reliable evidence in these sources to judge it as a veterinary practice (e.g., types of animals treated, clinical services, staffing, or care standards).

Our Score (72/100)

4.7(125 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

The Veterinary Centre Mountmellick appears to provide routine small‑animal care (vaccines, neutering) as well as end‑of‑life support; one review also describes a vet attending a euthanasia at the owner’s home. Recent feedback is mostly positive about gentle, thorough handling (including with an anxious dog) and “reasonable” costs, but there are also two serious complaints: one about the handling of a home euthanasia, and another about being refused an over‑the‑counter product for a sheep because the person wasn’t an existing customer.

Our Score (69/100)

4.8(76 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird

Mountrath Veterinary Centre is a general veterinary practice (no corporate group affiliation is stated in the information provided). Recent reviews describe the clinic dealing with both routine care (vaccines and microchipping) and more complex medical situations, including hospitalising a dog with diabetes complications and seizures. Owners mention pets being taken in quickly when severely unwell, overnight care with updates, and frank discussions about next options—including end-of-life decisions.

#7

Lyster Vet

Portlaoise

Our Score (69/100)

4.5(42 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
  • Helpful service and practical extras: offering home delivery; “go the extra mile” mentioned in multiple reviews. - In-store procedure experience: ear piercing described as smooth and quick (about 10–15 minutes). - Online ordering problem reported: one reviewer says an online order was cancelled a week later with no explanation.

Our Score (66/100)

4.9(27 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
dog
cat
bird
  • Support during serious illness and end-of-life: owners describe being helped through a “very difficult time,” including compassionate support in a pet’s final minutes. - Communication and availability: multiple comments about staff answering questions and going “over and beyond.”
  • Handling and reassurance for pets: one owner highlights their dog being “totally at ease… despite being in pain.”
  • Cost comparisons (not itemised): several reviewers call prices “very reasonable,” including one who reports paying nearly “€100 less” than another vet quote (no specific service or fee listed).

Our Score (66/100)

5.0(3 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:

Anthony Casserly Veterinary Practice is a small clinic with limited publicly available service detail, but the latest reviews consistently describe a straightforward, practical setup for routine care and medication needs. Owners specifically mention being able to call ahead and book prescription pick-up, getting quick, efficient service, and receiving free helpful advice. The premises are also described as having a flat entrance and parking.

Our Score (61/100)

5.0(2 reviews)
Independent Clinic
Treats:
  • The written review text available to us is limited and does not describe specific services or outcomes; one recurring comment is framed as humour/banter involving a mare, without detail on any actual work performed.
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