About Veterinary Care in Kells
Kells has 3 veterinary clinics, with an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 158 reviews. That gives pet owners a decent local choice, but not a huge one. If weekend appointments matter to you, options are limited, so check opening times before your pet needs to be seen.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smith & Foley | 55/100 | — | — |
| Kelly's Veterinary Clinic | 41/100 | — | — |
| Mahonstown Practice | 35/100 | — | — |
For most dog and cat owners, Kells looks like a sensible place to start for everyday veterinary care and many common health problems. The town has a small but usable choice of vets, and the overall review picture is encouraging. Because there are only three options, your decision may come down to appointment availability, location, and how confident you feel after speaking to the practice.
One thing to keep in mind is that none of the Kells listings are verified, so treat online details as a starting point and confirm the basics yourself. Weekend access exists, but choice is narrow, and late evening opening also seems limited. If you are joining a practice, ask how urgent cases are handled outside normal hours, because clinics arrange 24-hour cover for their clients, sometimes at the practice and sometimes through another clinic or an out-of-hours service.
If you are choosing between vets in Kells, a short phone call is usually the best next step. Ask about new patient appointments, same-day sick visits, weekend routine slots, and who you should contact at night or on bank holidays. If your pet is nervous, elderly, or needs regular follow-up, also ask whether you are likely to see the same vet each time. In a town with limited choice, that quick check can tell you more than ratings alone.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Kells, Meath
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Smith & Foley is a long-established veterinary clinic in Kells, operating since 1964 and treating small animals as well as large animals and equines. The practice offers in-house diagnostics including X-ray, ultrasound, ECG, and laboratory...
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Our Score (41/100)




