Farm & Large-Animal Vets near Ballynacargy

## Summary Charles J. Murtagh Veterinary Practice has a small set of very recent Google reviews (all 5-star) that focus less on specific procedures and more on how clients were treated. The clearest concrete detail is that staff members are named—Caroline and Jenny—and one reviewer specifically mentions Caroline being “extremely kind” when handling their cat (Max). Across the written comments available, people repeatedly highlight that the team is pleasant to deal with and that the service felt high-quality. ## People - **Caroline**: Mentioned by name in multiple reviews. One owner says she was “extremely kind” when treating their cat, Max, and another describes her as “lovely.” - **Jenny**: Mentioned alongside Caroline as “fantastic,” with the reviewer explicitly recommending the practice based on the service received. ## Reviews **Google rating: 5.0 stars from 6 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Owners describe staff (especially Caroline and Jenny) as kind and pleasant to deal with. - Reviews are strongly positive but light on clinical specifics (no particular treatments, diagnostics, or procedures are described in the text available).

## Summary This appears to be a family-run veterinary practice (the website describes it as established over 20 years ago by Daniel Murray) with a broad mix of companion-animal and large-animal work, including on-site diagnostics (ultrasound, digital X‑ray, laboratory) and surgery. The website also states it holds **Companion Animal Hospital Status accredited by the Veterinary Council of Ireland**. Reviews most often highlight **Jennifer (“Jen”)** for thorough, gentle consultations—one owner describes a very sick kitten appointment where medications were carefully explained—and mention a **clean, welcoming clinic**. Note: the clinic name in the provided data (“Maureen Whyte Veterinary Services”) differs from the website branding (“Moate Veterinary Hospital / Moate Pet Clinic”). ## Services Based on the website summary and reviews, services mentioned include: - **General vet consultations** and **vaccinations** - **Anaesthesia and surgery**, including **neutering/spaying** (website) and a **minor operation** for a cat (review) - **Animal dentistry** (website) - **Hospitalisation** (website) - Diagnostics: **ultrasound**, **digital X‑ray**, and **in-house laboratory** (website) - Preventatives: **flea/worm control** (website) - **Microchipping** and **pet passports** (website) - **End-of-life care** (“Saying Goodbye”) (website) - Large-animal services: **TB testing**, **herd health programmes/investigations**, **fertility management**, **calf health & management**, and **surgical procedures** (website) - **Equine veterinary services** (website) - Emergency: the website states a **24-hour on-call emergency service for large-animal clients** ## People - **Jennifer (“Jen”)** (vet, per reviews): repeatedly described as **thorough and gentle**. One owner of a “very sick kitten” says she went through **all medication instructions** and checked the owner was happy with the plan. - **Emer** (reception, per reviews): mentioned positively for the interaction after an appointment. - **Daniel** (named on website as the founder; mentioned in a review): one reviewer credits him with **saving a mother cat and her baby**. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 17 reviews.** Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Thorough, careful consultations**, especially with Jennifer/Jen (including clear explanation of medications). - **Gentle handling**, including with a “very sick kitten.” - **Post-procedure comfort** mentioned after a cat’s minor operation (“comfortable and relaxed”). - **Clinic environment** described as “spotless” and welcoming. - A case where **Daniel is credited with saving** a mother cat and her baby.