Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Animal Clinic Dunboyne (website: highfield.ie; several reviewers refer to the practice as “Highfield”) offers routine appointments as well as urgent/emergency support, with pet health plans and repeat prescriptions listed on the clinic website. Recent reviews repeatedly point to thorough initial assessments and follow-up after starting treatment (one owner describes the vet checking back in to make sure their dog was “on the right course of treatment”). Surgery is also mentioned in reviews, including a dog needing an operation and recovering well afterwards. End-of-life support is referenced by one reviewer who says the team cared for their dog “until she passed away.” ## Services Based on the clinic website summary and the latest written reviews available to us, the clinic is described as offering: - Routine care (“from routine check to urgent care,” per the website) - Urgent/emergency care (the website states the team is available to handle emergency situations) - Repeat prescriptions (listed on the website) - Pet health plans (listed on the website; no inclusions/prices provided) - Farm-related services/emergency (farm information and farm emergency are listed on the website navigation we captured) - Surgery/operations (mentioned by an owner whose dog “needed an operation”) ## People - Eimear / Emer (vet): Mentioned by multiple owners. One describes her being “thorough with her initial assessment,” listening to concerns, and following up afterwards to check the dog and owners were doing OK and that treatment was on track. Another says their dogs “love her.” - Avril: Named in reviews and singled out alongside Eimear as “amazing” by one owner. - Amy, Edel, Emily: Thanked by name in a review describing a dog’s operation and recovery. ## Reviews Google rating: 4.8 stars from 90 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Thorough assessments and clear communication (e.g., “informative,” “listened to our concerns,” helped “figure out what was wrong”). - Follow-up after treatment is started (one owner notes the vet checked in to ensure the dog was OK and on the right course of treatment). - Surgical care mentioned with good recovery outcomes (a dog “needed an operation” and was “back to his old self”). - Long-term relationship and end-of-life care is referenced (one owner says the team cared for their dog until she passed away).
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Smith & Foley is a long-established veterinary clinic (operating since 1964) treating small animals as well as large animals and equines. The website highlights in-house diagnostics (X‑ray, ultrasound, ECG, and an in-house lab) and 24‑hour emergency cover; recent reviews back up that out-of-hours care is being used in practice (one owner describes being asked to meet a vet within 30 minutes after calling the out-of-hours number). Owners also mention pets returning from procedures “in good spirits,” and a case where staff helped with a found dog that turned out to be a runaway.
Smith & Foley is a long-established veterinary clinic (operating since 1964) treating small animals as well as large animals and equines. The website highlights in-house diagnostics (X‑ray, ultrasound, ECG, and an in-house lab) and 24‑hour emergency cover; recent reviews back up that out-of-hours care is being used in practice (one owner describes being asked to meet a vet within 30 minutes after calling the out-of-hours number). Owners also mention pets returning from procedures “in good spirits,” and a case where staff helped with a found dog that turned out to be a runaway.
Oaktree Vets appears to be an independently run practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the information provided). Based on the reviews available, it’s set up for everyday veterinary care as well as urgent same-day problems when needed—owners describe being “fit in last minute” for a feral tom cat, and being seen when they “couldn’t secure an appointment anywhere” for an injured dog. Concrete details owners mention include: - Urgent injury support: a dog with an injury was examined and given an injection for pain relief, with staff taking precautions for dog-reactivity to keep the visit calmer. - Surgery aftercare: after a dog was spayed, the clinic provided aftercare including a follow-up phone call a few days later to check recovery. - Ongoing checks for older pets: owners specifically mention being able to get an older dog checked when needed.
Oaktree Vets appears to be an independently run practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the information provided). Based on the reviews available, it’s set up for everyday veterinary care as well as urgent same-day problems when needed—owners describe being “fit in last minute” for a feral tom cat, and being seen when they “couldn’t secure an appointment anywhere” for an injured dog. Concrete details owners mention include: - Urgent injury support: a dog with an injury was examined and given an injection for pain relief, with staff taking precautions for dog-reactivity to keep the visit calmer. - Surgery aftercare: after a dog was spayed, the clinic provided aftercare including a follow-up phone call a few days later to check recovery. - Ongoing checks for older pets: owners specifically mention being able to get an older dog checked when needed.
Blackwater Veterinary is a veterinary clinic that, according to its website, treats both pets and farm animals and offers routine preventative care alongside procedures like neutering and dentistry. The clinic also states that registered clients have access to 24/7 emergency support. In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe being seen quickly for urgent issues (including a ruptured cyst and an 8‑week‑old puppy that ate something it shouldn’t) and mention end‑of‑life support, including aftercare arrangements and a condolence card sent afterwards. One review also describes surgery for a difficult cat pregnancy, with staff credited for helping save seven kittens.
Blackwater Veterinary is a veterinary clinic that, according to its website, treats both pets and farm animals and offers routine preventative care alongside procedures like neutering and dentistry. The clinic also states that registered clients have access to 24/7 emergency support. In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe being seen quickly for urgent issues (including a ruptured cyst and an 8‑week‑old puppy that ate something it shouldn’t) and mention end‑of‑life support, including aftercare arrangements and a condolence card sent afterwards. One review also describes surgery for a difficult cat pregnancy, with staff credited for helping save seven kittens.
Highfield Veterinary Navan is part of the Highfield Veterinary Group. From the website and reviews, it appears set up as a hospital-style practice that also deals with urgent/emergency presentations. Owners repeatedly describe vets taking time to explain options clearly and without rushing and being thorough in examinations (including “examined my dog 100%” and “took time to talk and investigate”). Reviews also mention end-of-life support, including compassion around decision-making and providing keepsakes (paw prints) and a small remembrance packet. There is some conflict in feedback: one recent review alleges a rushed approach to diagnostics (medication offered before blood work) and a missed promised call-back, while many others report attentive care.
Highfield Veterinary Navan is part of the Highfield Veterinary Group. From the website and reviews, it appears set up as a hospital-style practice that also deals with urgent/emergency presentations. Owners repeatedly describe vets taking time to explain options clearly and without rushing and being thorough in examinations (including “examined my dog 100%” and “took time to talk and investigate”). Reviews also mention end-of-life support, including compassion around decision-making and providing keepsakes (paw prints) and a small remembrance packet. There is some conflict in feedback: one recent review alleges a rushed approach to diagnostics (medication offered before blood work) and a missed promised call-back, while many others report attentive care.
Shannon Veterinary Services is a veterinary practice with no corporate group affiliation stated in the information available to us. Based on the limited details in the latest reviews, it appears to provide general pet veterinary care, with specific mention of help provided to a client’s dog. Reviewers consistently describe the vet as “helpful” and “excellent,” though the feedback is brief and doesn’t give much detail on specific treatments or facilities.
Shannon Veterinary Services is a veterinary practice with no corporate group affiliation stated in the information available to us. Based on the limited details in the latest reviews, it appears to provide general pet veterinary care, with specific mention of help provided to a client’s dog. Reviewers consistently describe the vet as “helpful” and “excellent,” though the feedback is brief and doesn’t give much detail on specific treatments or facilities.
Lisadell Equine Hospital is a purpose-built equine hospital with both hospital-based and ambulatory work, offering in-patient, outpatient and referral care (ownership/group isn’t stated). The website highlights modern diagnostic and surgical facilities, plus a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients. In recent reviews, owners and referring professionals describe specific high-acuity care such as a mare being foaled under general anaesthetic, and mention having multiple vets involved in difficult cases with clear explanations throughout, including empathetic support when outcomes were poor.
Lisadell Equine Hospital is a purpose-built equine hospital with both hospital-based and ambulatory work, offering in-patient, outpatient and referral care (ownership/group isn’t stated). The website highlights modern diagnostic and surgical facilities, plus a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients. In recent reviews, owners and referring professionals describe specific high-acuity care such as a mare being foaled under general anaesthetic, and mention having multiple vets involved in difficult cases with clear explanations throughout, including empathetic support when outcomes were poor.
Moylagh Veterinary Clinic is a small practice where reviews most often mention day‑to‑day care for cats and dogs, along with end‑of‑life support. Recent feedback highlights prompt responses and an accommodating approach when arranging care, and multiple reviewers name Aoife as the vet looking after their pets over several years. One recurring negative report describes an allegedly rude phone interaction when trying to arrange an appointment and asking about Saturday opening, which sits in clear contrast to other reviews describing the practice as professional and sympathetic.
Moylagh Veterinary Clinic is a small practice where reviews most often mention day‑to‑day care for cats and dogs, along with end‑of‑life support. Recent feedback highlights prompt responses and an accommodating approach when arranging care, and multiple reviewers name Aoife as the vet looking after their pets over several years. One recurring negative report describes an allegedly rude phone interaction when trying to arrange an appointment and asking about Saturday opening, which sits in clear contrast to other reviews describing the practice as professional and sympathetic.
Flynn & O'Connell is a small-animal veterinary practice (dogs are repeatedly mentioned in reviews) with a 4.7★ Google rating from 20 reviews. Owners most often describe a “no-nonsense” style of veterinary care and good handling of nervous or older dogs—one reviewer specifically mentioned bringing an aged, “grumpy” dog and feeling much less anxious after how easily the team managed him. On the admin side, a front-desk staff member is singled out for “going above and beyond.” One 1★ rating is present without written detail, so not all experiences are positive.
Flynn & O'Connell is a small-animal veterinary practice (dogs are repeatedly mentioned in reviews) with a 4.7★ Google rating from 20 reviews. Owners most often describe a “no-nonsense” style of veterinary care and good handling of nervous or older dogs—one reviewer specifically mentioned bringing an aged, “grumpy” dog and feeling much less anxious after how easily the team managed him. On the admin side, a front-desk staff member is singled out for “going above and beyond.” One 1★ rating is present without written detail, so not all experiences are positive.
Kelly's Veterinary Clinic is an independent practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). The latest reviews describe a clinic that handles routine consultations and older-pet management, offers second opinions on surgical recommendations, and can refer cases on when needed. Owners give specific examples of: - A second-opinion plan that avoided surgery, instead using a diet, medication and exercise regime for an older dog. - Arthritis support including a thorough exam, short course of pain relief, and asking the owner to report back on comfort levels. - End-of-life care where one owner praised staff for accommodating detailed requests during euthanasia, while another reported being upset by how their pet was returned afterward (details in Reviews).
Kelly's Veterinary Clinic is an independent practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). The latest reviews describe a clinic that handles routine consultations and older-pet management, offers second opinions on surgical recommendations, and can refer cases on when needed. Owners give specific examples of: - A second-opinion plan that avoided surgery, instead using a diet, medication and exercise regime for an older dog. - Arthritis support including a thorough exam, short course of pain relief, and asking the owner to report back on comfort levels. - End-of-life care where one owner praised staff for accommodating detailed requests during euthanasia, while another reported being upset by how their pet was returned afterward (details in Reviews).