Farm & Large-Animal Vets near Castlebar

## 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.

## Summary 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. ## Services - Mixed practice: care for both large and small animals (as described on the clinic website). - Dog routine care (mentioned by a client who has attended “for some time” with two dogs). - Ear cleaning (explicitly mentioned in a review). - Eye infection treatment (explicitly mentioned in a review). - Walk-in clinics (mentioned on the clinic website). ## People - **Brendan**: mentioned by name in a recent review for being “understanding and compassionate” during a visit on Christmas Day. - **Receptionist (name not given)**: singled out in a review for being “fantastic” and treating a dog “like a star.” - **Vet (name not given)**: described in one review as “caring and gentle” during an ear clean and eye infection visit. ## Reviews **Google rating: 5 stars from 7 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Owners describe staff as compassionate in difficult moments, including an appointment on Christmas Day. - Reports of straightforward dealings (“everything straight forward”) and positive day-to-day service. - Specific care examples include an ear clean and treatment for an eye infection, with gentle handling mentioned. - Front-desk experience is noted as a standout by at least one reviewer (receptionist praised).

## Summary 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.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **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.

## Summary Ballyvary Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal vet practice where recent reviewers repeatedly mention being seen quickly and getting clear, two-way communication about their pet’s care. In the written feedback available, owners describe prompt help for a puppy, “excellent customer and patient care,” and staff who listen and explain things well (including “great feedback & excellent communication”). Multiple team members are named in reviews (Vanessa, Aoife, Louise, and Paul). ## Services Based on the written reviews available, the clinic is used for: - General veterinary consultations and treatment (including care for a puppy described as needing help). - Patient care and advice/communication around treatment (owners specifically mention listening skills, feedback, and communication). ## People - **Vanessa**: described as “so so lovely and so helpful.” - **Aoife** and **Louise**: mentioned as “so lovely to deal with.” - **Paul**: described as “professional & kind,” with “good listening skills,” “great feedback,” and “excellent communication.” ## Reviews **Google rating: 5.0 stars from 8 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Fast access to care:** one owner says they “got seen to so quickly” and their puppy got the help she needed. - **Communication and listening:** reviewers call out listening skills, feedback, and communication as strengths. - **Helpful, friendly team:** multiple staff members are named positively (Vanessa, Aoife, Louise, Paul).

## Summary Viviana Equine Vet appears focused on horse care, with reviewers repeatedly highlighting “professional service” and “practical facilities and advice.” Owners also specifically mention access to an X‑ray machine, and describe the vet as “very gentle with the animals” and “very helpful.” Most feedback is strongly positive, though there is at least one lower (3‑star) rating without detail. ## Services - Equine veterinary care (implied by the clinic name and reviews referencing animals being handled during treatment) - Diagnostic imaging: X‑ray machine mentioned by a reviewer ## People - The vet is described in reviews as a “very pleasant lady to deal with,” “very gentle with the animals,” and “very helpful.” - Multiple reviews (including duplicated text) emphasise “professional service” and “practical…advice from the Vets.” ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 21 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Repeated mentions of **professional service** and **practical advice**, including comments about the clinic’s facilities. - **Gentle handling** of animals noted by one reviewer. - **X‑ray machine** specifically mentioned as available. - One **3‑star** review is present, but no written detail is provided to explain the rating.