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## Summary Breaffy Veterinary Clinic’s ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Based on the latest reviews, it appears set up for fast, practical day-to-day vet care—several owners mention being seen within minutes and being “in and out” quickly, alongside cases that involved repeat check-ins and ongoing treatment rather than a one-off visit. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Same-visit rapid triage: one dog was seen “within five minutes.” - Follow-up/rechecks: a cat with vomiting was examined, given medication, then brought back the next day (and again later) for further treatment. - Injectable treatments (“shots”) are explicitly mentioned as part of ongoing care. - Multiple staff members are named (Vivian/Vivienne and Shauna), suggesting a small team experience where owners remember who helped them. ## Services Services and care described in the written reviews available include: - General consultations for dogs and cats. - Assessment and treatment of gastrointestinal signs (a cat “being sick every time she ate or drank”). - Medication prescribed/dispensed for illness (specific drug names not provided). - Repeat examinations and reassessments over consecutive visits. - In-clinic injections (“shots”) as part of treatment. - Quick-turnaround appointments for issues that owners felt needed prompt attention. ## People - Vivian / Vivienne (vet; exact title not stated): Named repeatedly. Owners describe thorough checking during exams, clear communication about uncertainty (“hit or miss situation”), and persistence with follow-up visits and treatments until the pet improved. - Shauna (role not stated): Mentioned positively alongside Vivian in a recent review where a dog was seen within five minutes; the owner specifically noted both were “a delight.” ## Reviews 4.9 stars from 167 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Speed and efficiency: multiple owners describe being seen very quickly (e.g., “within five minutes,” “in and out in about 5 minutes”). - Ongoing care when needed: a detailed account describes repeated visits for a vomiting cat, with medication, injections, and reassessment until the cat improved. - Value signals (without itemised prices): owners use terms like “cost effective” and “great value,” but no specific fees are stated. - Staff-specific praise: Vivian/Vivienne is singled out for being thorough and attentive; Vivian and Shauna are both named in a recent positive visit.
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All Paws Veterinary Hospital is an independent clinic established in 2023 and owned/operated by veterinarians Leonie Slowey and Clare Eugster. Based on the website, it offers routine care plus medicine, surgery, dentistry and acupuncture, with consultations by appointment only and an on-call vet reachable via the regular phone number outside normal hours. From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe a practice that focuses on reducing stress for pets (including a “puppy party” to help puppies socialise and get used to vet visits), explains what’s being done during procedures, and provides notable follow-up support in difficult situations (including a handwritten condolence card and remembrance seeds after a pet’s death). Reviews also mention out-of-hours help for an emergency, leg surgery, and blood testing handled patiently for a needle-averse dog.
All Paws Veterinary Hospital is an independent clinic established in 2023 and owned/operated by veterinarians Leonie Slowey and Clare Eugster. Based on the website, it offers routine care plus medicine, surgery, dentistry and acupuncture, with consultations by appointment only and an on-call vet reachable via the regular phone number outside normal hours. From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe a practice that focuses on reducing stress for pets (including a “puppy party” to help puppies socialise and get used to vet visits), explains what’s being done during procedures, and provides notable follow-up support in difficult situations (including a handwritten condolence card and remembrance seeds after a pet’s death). Reviews also mention out-of-hours help for an emergency, leg surgery, and blood testing handled patiently for a needle-averse dog.
Ballinrobe Veterinary Clinic treats both small and large animals, with services on its website ranging from routine vaccinations to emergency care, including 24-hour care for small and large animals. Ownership (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the provided information. Recent reviews repeatedly describe supportive handling of difficult end‑of‑life visits, and also mention prompt treatment for a dog and staff taking time to answer owners’ questions. Concrete details supported by the sources include: - 24-hour care stated for both small and large animals (website). - Vaccination and emergency services listed (website). - End-of-life support is a common theme in reviews (owners describe staff support “from start to the end” when a pet was put to sleep). - Staff are described as patient with questions and “prompt” in treating a puppy (reviews).
Ballinrobe Veterinary Clinic treats both small and large animals, with services on its website ranging from routine vaccinations to emergency care, including 24-hour care for small and large animals. Ownership (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the provided information. Recent reviews repeatedly describe supportive handling of difficult end‑of‑life visits, and also mention prompt treatment for a dog and staff taking time to answer owners’ questions. Concrete details supported by the sources include: - 24-hour care stated for both small and large animals (website). - Vaccination and emergency services listed (website). - End-of-life support is a common theme in reviews (owners describe staff support “from start to the end” when a pet was put to sleep). - Staff are described as patient with questions and “prompt” in treating a puppy (reviews).
McHale Road Veterinary Surgery describes itself as a small, independent mixed practice (large and small animals) that’s been operating since 1978. The website mentions walk-in clinics, and recent reviews include a client being seen on Christmas Day, suggesting they may accommodate urgent needs outside typical days at least in some situations. Owners specifically mention routine care for dogs, an ear clean, and treatment for an eye infection, with multiple reviews highlighting clear, straightforward communication and gentle handling.
McHale Road Veterinary Surgery describes itself as a small, independent mixed practice (large and small animals) that’s been operating since 1978. The website mentions walk-in clinics, and recent reviews include a client being seen on Christmas Day, suggesting they may accommodate urgent needs outside typical days at least in some situations. Owners specifically mention routine care for dogs, an ear clean, and treatment for an eye infection, with multiple reviews highlighting clear, straightforward communication and gentle handling.
Lodge Veterinary Hospital is an independent small-animal practice established in 2006 by John Corrigan (MVB). The clinic states it has in-house diagnostic facilities, boarding facilities, and is approved by the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Recent reviews describe the team handling both routine illness and more complex cases, including a referred CT scan work-up and urgent foreign-body situations, with owners repeatedly mentioning clear explanations and thorough questioning before appointments. Concrete examples mentioned include treatment for an eye problem that an owner says “saved” their dog’s eye; assessment/treatment after a dog swallowed metal; and a referred CT scan for facial paralysis where additional issues (including elbows) were investigated after discussion with the vet.
Lodge Veterinary Hospital is an independent small-animal practice established in 2006 by John Corrigan (MVB). The clinic states it has in-house diagnostic facilities, boarding facilities, and is approved by the Veterinary Council of Ireland. Recent reviews describe the team handling both routine illness and more complex cases, including a referred CT scan work-up and urgent foreign-body situations, with owners repeatedly mentioning clear explanations and thorough questioning before appointments. Concrete examples mentioned include treatment for an eye problem that an owner says “saved” their dog’s eye; assessment/treatment after a dog swallowed metal; and a referred CT scan for facial paralysis where additional issues (including elbows) were investigated after discussion with the vet.
Claremorris Pet Clinic (also described on its website as Claremorris Small Animal Practice) focuses on small animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, and exotic animals, with an in‑house laboratory and a qualified nurse available. The website lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping) alongside clinics for specific needs (puppy/kitten, weight, dental, senior pets). From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe hands-on medical support for ongoing and urgent problems—including one account where a dog that collapsed was seen immediately, diagnosed with heart failure, and sent home with two months of medication, plus direct guidance about weight loss risks. Another review highlights the clinic environment as spotlessly clean, and a few mention pets seeming comfortable enough not to want to leave.
Claremorris Pet Clinic (also described on its website as Claremorris Small Animal Practice) focuses on small animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents, and exotic animals, with an in‑house laboratory and a qualified nurse available. The website lists routine preventive care (vaccinations, microchipping) alongside clinics for specific needs (puppy/kitten, weight, dental, senior pets). From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe hands-on medical support for ongoing and urgent problems—including one account where a dog that collapsed was seen immediately, diagnosed with heart failure, and sent home with two months of medication, plus direct guidance about weight loss risks. Another review highlights the clinic environment as spotlessly clean, and a few mention pets seeming comfortable enough not to want to leave.
The information available for “Caoimhin Galvin” does not describe a veterinary clinic. The website content we can access appears to be an online shop checkout for “Walkin’s Gift Shop,” and the written Google reviews also discuss buying gifts (e.g., Christmas/birthday presents, ornaments, gift wrapping), not pet care. Based on the sources provided, there’s no evidence of veterinary services, facilities, species treated, or clinical policies.
The information available for “Caoimhin Galvin” does not describe a veterinary clinic. The website content we can access appears to be an online shop checkout for “Walkin’s Gift Shop,” and the written Google reviews also discuss buying gifts (e.g., Christmas/birthday presents, ornaments, gift wrapping), not pet care. Based on the sources provided, there’s no evidence of veterinary services, facilities, species treated, or clinical policies.
Skeldale Veterinary Clinic is led by Dr. Conal Finnerty (no corporate group is mentioned on the clinic website). The clinic presents itself as set up for a wide mix of cases, from routine preventive care to surgery and advanced diagnostics, and it also states it can see exotic pets and large animals. Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include: - Urgent cases seen promptly, including an emergency on a Friday night with a follow-up visit the next day. - A style that’s described as “fast and to the point” while still giving reassurance when owners are worried. - Pets being put at ease on arrival (dogs and cats specifically mentioned in reviews).
Skeldale Veterinary Clinic is led by Dr. Conal Finnerty (no corporate group is mentioned on the clinic website). The clinic presents itself as set up for a wide mix of cases, from routine preventive care to surgery and advanced diagnostics, and it also states it can see exotic pets and large animals. Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include: - Urgent cases seen promptly, including an emergency on a Friday night with a follow-up visit the next day. - A style that’s described as “fast and to the point” while still giving reassurance when owners are worried. - Pets being put at ease on arrival (dogs and cats specifically mentioned in reviews).
Castle Vets is described in reviews as a mixed practice (treating a range of animals). Whether it’s independent or part of a corporate group isn’t stated in the available information. Based on what owners mention, the clinic seems set up for both routine care and higher-pressure cases, including emergency surgery. Concrete specifics owners describe include: - Emergency caesarean section for a French Bulldog, with the team supporting the owner through a stressful situation. - Out-of-hours surgery on a Sunday evening that an owner says saved their dog’s life. - Ongoing management for a dog with diabetes, including guidance for an anxious, temperamental patient. - A focus on practical, cost-aware advice: one owner says the team recommended cheaper pharmacy products rather than pushing in-clinic sales.
Castle Vets is described in reviews as a mixed practice (treating a range of animals). Whether it’s independent or part of a corporate group isn’t stated in the available information. Based on what owners mention, the clinic seems set up for both routine care and higher-pressure cases, including emergency surgery. Concrete specifics owners describe include: - Emergency caesarean section for a French Bulldog, with the team supporting the owner through a stressful situation. - Out-of-hours surgery on a Sunday evening that an owner says saved their dog’s life. - Ongoing management for a dog with diabetes, including guidance for an anxious, temperamental patient. - A focus on practical, cost-aware advice: one owner says the team recommended cheaper pharmacy products rather than pushing in-clinic sales.
Moy Veterinary Clinic is a registered veterinary hospital accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland and a member of XLVets Ireland. It provides care for both pets and farm animals, with services listed for everything from routine vaccinations and neutering to imaging, surgery, and herd health work. Reviews most often highlight clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment options (including for an eye problem), frequent follow-ups on a case, and support around end-of-life decisions (including putting an elderly dog to sleep). One reviewer also notes the clinic stocks specialised food, plus toys and equipment.
Moy Veterinary Clinic is a registered veterinary hospital accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland and a member of XLVets Ireland. It provides care for both pets and farm animals, with services listed for everything from routine vaccinations and neutering to imaging, surgery, and herd health work. Reviews most often highlight clear explanations of diagnoses and treatment options (including for an eye problem), frequent follow-ups on a case, and support around end-of-life decisions (including putting an elderly dog to sleep). One reviewer also notes the clinic stocks specialised food, plus toys and equipment.