Castle Vets – Vets in Castlebar
Clinic Overview
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.
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.
Services
Services and situations explicitly referenced by owners include
- •Dog grooming (with coat-care advice given to the owner)
- •Emergency surgery, including
- •Emergency C-section (French Bulldog)
- •Out-of-hours surgery (Sunday evening mentioned)
- •Chronic condition support: diabetes management for a dog needing ongoing care
- •Clinical examinations: a “full body check” was specifically mentioned
- •Medication-based treatment: one owner describes improvement after “a few days” with medicine and care
- •Product guidance: recommending lower-cost items available via a pharmacy rather than selling products directly
People
- •Ginny (groomer): Mentioned for grooming work and teaching an owner about coat care; the dog reportedly enjoys visits and is handled confidently.
- •Ona (vet): Specifically praised for working with a nervous dog—taking time with a gentle full-body exam, avoiding forced restraint or muzzling (as described by the owner), answering questions thoroughly, and using clear, direct medical language.
Reviews
Google rating: 4.7 stars from 100 reviews. “”
- •Handling anxious/nervous dogs with patience and low-stress exam approaches (including taking time and avoiding unnecessary restraint, per one owner).
- •Emergency care is a recurring theme, including an emergency C-section and out-of-hours surgery that owners credit with saving a pet.
- •Ongoing support for long-term conditions (diabetes was specifically mentioned), with staff guiding owners through questions.
- •Practical, cost-conscious recommendations, such as suggesting cheaper pharmacy options rather than pushing clinic sales.
- •Grooming experiences are also mentioned positively, including coat-care education for owners.
Animals Treated at Castle Vets
Animals We Treat
Companion Animals
Farm Animals
Pricing at Castle Vets
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Reviews for Castle Vets
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 100 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
triona MURPHY
2 months ago
I bring my dog to Ginny for grooming. She has a gift with animals. All her years of experience really show. Ginny thought me a lot about my dogs coat and how to look after it. My dog loves going for his grooms and is treated like royalty by all staff in castle vets.
Bhupinder singh
9 months ago
Diane Best
7 months ago
I have been with castle vets for a couple of years. As they are a mixed practice they are very down to earth and will recommend cheap products available in the pharmacy rather than suggest you buy from them. They are professional but approachable. My dog is very nervous of the vet as she has had a lot of vet contact over the years. Ona is brilliant with her. She will take the time to gently give her a full body check. She doesn’t try to restrict or muzzle and is very comfortable in handling her. She will take the time to answer questions. She is direct with language and uses veterinary terms so you really know what is going on. (I have previously had vets dumb down the language so you don’t actually know what is wrong). Thanks very much! The prices are reasonable.
Diane Best
10 months ago
I have been with castle vets for a couple of years. As they are a mixed practice they are very down to earth and will recommend cheap products available in the pharmacy rather than suggest you buy from them. They are professional but approachable. My dog is very nervous of the vet as she has had a lot of vet contact over the years. Ona is brilliant with her. She will take the time to gently give her a full body check. She doesn’t try to restrict or muzzle and is very comfortable in handling her. She will take the time to answer questions. She is direct with language and uses veterinary terms so you really know what is going on. (I have previously had vets dumb down the language so you don’t actually know what is wrong). Thanks very much! The prices are reasonable.
Mary Craven
a year ago
Excellent our Mara loved both vets, great service
Andrea Jordan
a year ago
Niamh Kilbane
3 years ago
I went to Castle Vets for an emergency c-section on my French Bulldog, the team are fantastic and I would highly recommend them. I normally use Brendan McCormack's practice but because of the breed they were recommended by him for being specialists with this breed as he is a farming vet and said they would be the best care for her and he wasn't wrong! Great service and care, will definitely be going back for any specialist care my dogs may need. Can't thank them enough for dealing with my panicky behaviour during the process, they've great patience and understanding!
Imelda McGrath
3 years ago
I cannot praise the wonderful team in Castle Vets enough! I've been attending for over a year now with my rottie boy who has diabetes. He can be temperamental and anxious, and they have always put his needs first, and gone above and beyond to make him feel at ease. They have always been so patient, and happy to guide us through any questions we have had on this journey. I am so grateful to have found this wonderful team ❤️
Danny Coffey
3 years ago
I can't praise Castle Vets enough, saved my Snowy"s life. Out of hours surgery on a Sunday evening. Forever grateful!
Olga M
5 years ago
From the first phone call, our doggy was so we'll looked after. The initial diagnosis didn't leave us with great hope but after a few days here, medicine and tlc our boy is doing fantastic. Highly recommend Castle Vera.
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