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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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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.
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.
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.
Veterinary Office Killala is a small veterinary practice (no corporate group mentioned) that owners describe as straightforward and practical in its care. Reviews repeatedly mention Eamon/Eamonn as “honest” and “straight to the point,” with staff being informative during appointments and helping pets stay calm. One owner specifically reports their 12‑year‑old dog was hospitalised and made a full recovery, suggesting the clinic can manage cases needing inpatient care, not just routine consults. Reception is also mentioned as trying to get appointments as soon as possible.
Veterinary Office Killala is a small veterinary practice (no corporate group mentioned) that owners describe as straightforward and practical in its care. Reviews repeatedly mention Eamon/Eamonn as “honest” and “straight to the point,” with staff being informative during appointments and helping pets stay calm. One owner specifically reports their 12‑year‑old dog was hospitalised and made a full recovery, suggesting the clinic can manage cases needing inpatient care, not just routine consults. Reception is also mentioned as trying to get appointments as soon as possible.
Sabine Linka Veterinary Practice appears to be a small, named-vet practice rather than a corporate group (no group ownership is stated in the available information). Reviews repeatedly mention vet Eamon/Eamonn for being “straight to the point” and “honest,” with multiple owners saying they trust his judgement and find him “reasonable.” Practical experience described in reviews includes a dog being hospitalised and recovering fully, and several owners noting their pets were kept at ease during visits. Reception staff are also mentioned for helping secure appointments quickly.
Sabine Linka Veterinary Practice appears to be a small, named-vet practice rather than a corporate group (no group ownership is stated in the available information). Reviews repeatedly mention vet Eamon/Eamonn for being “straight to the point” and “honest,” with multiple owners saying they trust his judgement and find him “reasonable.” Practical experience described in reviews includes a dog being hospitalised and recovering fully, and several owners noting their pets were kept at ease during visits. Reception staff are also mentioned for helping secure appointments quickly.
Ballina Veterinary Clinic appears to handle both routine and urgent medical/surgical cases for dogs and cats (examples in reviews include removing embedded fish hooks, ultrasound imaging, monthly injections, and hospitalising a cat for urinary obstruction surgery). Non-review ownership/group details aren’t stated in the information provided. Across the latest reviews, owners describe a mix of experiences: some praise clinical outcomes and cleanliness (including one dog treated for embedded fish hooks), while multiple 1‑star reviews raise concerns about cost transparency (e.g., higher-than-expected bills after procedures), refusal of instalment payments, and communication/continuity issues (particularly in longer-term cat care). Concrete specifics mentioned: - Embedded fish hooks removed from a dog; the visit included tranquiliser plus 5 days of antibiotics and pain relief (one owner reported a €108 bill and was happy with the result). - Ultrasound referral work is offered, but one owner says a quoted €150 ultrasound became a €460 bill. - Cat care mentioned includes Solensia monthly injections, blood tests, IV fluids (“drip”/rehydration), and multi-day hospitalisation after urinary obstruction/urethral flush surgery.
Ballina Veterinary Clinic appears to handle both routine and urgent medical/surgical cases for dogs and cats (examples in reviews include removing embedded fish hooks, ultrasound imaging, monthly injections, and hospitalising a cat for urinary obstruction surgery). Non-review ownership/group details aren’t stated in the information provided. Across the latest reviews, owners describe a mix of experiences: some praise clinical outcomes and cleanliness (including one dog treated for embedded fish hooks), while multiple 1‑star reviews raise concerns about cost transparency (e.g., higher-than-expected bills after procedures), refusal of instalment payments, and communication/continuity issues (particularly in longer-term cat care). Concrete specifics mentioned: - Embedded fish hooks removed from a dog; the visit included tranquiliser plus 5 days of antibiotics and pain relief (one owner reported a €108 bill and was happy with the result). - Ultrasound referral work is offered, but one owner says a quoted €150 ultrasound became a €460 bill. - Cat care mentioned includes Solensia monthly injections, blood tests, IV fluids (“drip”/rehydration), and multi-day hospitalisation after urinary obstruction/urethral flush surgery.
DKD Vet Services is described in reviews as a small clinic focused on routine companion-animal care, with multiple owners mentioning thorough, unhurried examinations for nervous pets and first-time visits. Recent feedback highlights clear explanations during appointments and owners feeling reassured after check-ups (including cats), alongside one review raising concerns about front/reception-area tidiness, occasional incorrect pricing information, and not always getting promised call-backs. Concrete details mentioned: - Thorough checks that “weren’t rushed,” including for anxious pets. - First-visit reassurance for a cat (“put our minds at rest”). - Care provided for dogs, cats, and a pet rabbit (rabbit case specifically highlighted). - One customer reports issues with cleanliness, pricing clarity, and follow-up calls.
DKD Vet Services is described in reviews as a small clinic focused on routine companion-animal care, with multiple owners mentioning thorough, unhurried examinations for nervous pets and first-time visits. Recent feedback highlights clear explanations during appointments and owners feeling reassured after check-ups (including cats), alongside one review raising concerns about front/reception-area tidiness, occasional incorrect pricing information, and not always getting promised call-backs. Concrete details mentioned: - Thorough checks that “weren’t rushed,” including for anxious pets. - First-visit reassurance for a cat (“put our minds at rest”). - Care provided for dogs, cats, and a pet rabbit (rabbit case specifically highlighted). - One customer reports issues with cleanliness, pricing clarity, and follow-up calls.