Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Avondale Veterinary provides care for both small animals and large animals (as stated on its website). Recent reviews most often describe routine surgery (neutering), urgent same-day treatment for injuries, and end‑of‑life care, including practical accommodations such as allowing a dog to be put to sleep in the owner’s car when the pet was anxious in the building. The practice type (independent vs part of a corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. ## Services Based on the website summary and the latest written reviews available: - Small animal care, including cat neutering (kittens specifically mentioned). - Large animal care (described on the website as covering large and small animals). - Urgent injury/illness appointments (a cat treated “last minute” after a fight; a dog treated and sent home to recover). - Euthanasia / end-of-life care, including accommodating a pet staying in the car for the procedure when the pet was distressed by the clinic environment. - Follow-up/aftercare gestures after euthanasia (a condolence card and “forget‑me‑not” seeds mentioned). ## People No individual vets or nurses are named in the provided information. Across reviews, owners describe the team as: - Helpful around procedures, with kittens receiving neutering care that an owner described as “second to none.” - Accommodating with anxious pets, including arranging euthanasia in the owner’s car so the dog felt safer. - Supportive after bereavement, with staff sending a card and “forget‑me‑not” seeds after a pet was put to sleep. ## Reviews Google rating: 4.7 stars from 324 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Surgery and routine procedures: neutering for kittens is specifically mentioned, with staff described as very helpful. - Handling urgent problems quickly: an injured cat seen last minute after a fight; owners emphasize relief at getting prompt care. - End-of-life care and compassion: multiple reviews mention euthanasia and the effort made to keep pets comfortable (including doing the procedure in a car for a nervous dog), plus a condolence card and seeds afterwards. - General experience: owners frequently describe the service as friendly and professional, often paired with examples of animals being well cared for during difficult visits.
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Slaney Veterinary Centre describes itself as a dedicated small-animal practice and notes it has been “keeping your pets healthy & happy since 2016.” On the service side, its website lists routine care such as vaccinations, consultations, neutering, microchipping, and dental care. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often point to (1) clear explanations around procedures (including neutering), (2) a calmer-feeling experience for anxious cats, and (3) willingness to deal with both routine needs and more urgent situations—one reviewer describes the clinic opening on a Sunday afternoon after their dog was in a car accident. Corporate-group ownership isn’t stated in the provided sources.
Slaney Veterinary Centre describes itself as a dedicated small-animal practice and notes it has been “keeping your pets healthy & happy since 2016.” On the service side, its website lists routine care such as vaccinations, consultations, neutering, microchipping, and dental care. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often point to (1) clear explanations around procedures (including neutering), (2) a calmer-feeling experience for anxious cats, and (3) willingness to deal with both routine needs and more urgent situations—one reviewer describes the clinic opening on a Sunday afternoon after their dog was in a car accident. Corporate-group ownership isn’t stated in the provided sources.
Murphy-Sheerin is a six-vet mixed practice (treating pets and farm animals) that’s been operating since 1947. The clinic advertises both routine care and a 24/7 emergency service, with on-site facilities including digital radiography and in-house haematology/biochemistry blood testing. In recent reviews, owners describe straightforward surgical care (including cat neutering) and being accommodated without an appointment, plus vets taking time to explain aftercare—particularly noted after an emergency visit.
Murphy-Sheerin is a six-vet mixed practice (treating pets and farm animals) that’s been operating since 1947. The clinic advertises both routine care and a 24/7 emergency service, with on-site facilities including digital radiography and in-house haematology/biochemistry blood testing. In recent reviews, owners describe straightforward surgical care (including cat neutering) and being accommodated without an appointment, plus vets taking time to explain aftercare—particularly noted after an emergency visit.
Hill Side Veterinary has a 4.8-star average from 6 Google reviews, but the written feedback available to us is very limited. The only specific written comment repeated in the latest reviews is “Very helpful!”, while several other reviews are star ratings without detail. There isn’t enough information in the inputs provided to confirm whether the practice is independent or part of a corporate group, or to describe specific facilities, procedures, or policies.
Hill Side Veterinary has a 4.8-star average from 6 Google reviews, but the written feedback available to us is very limited. The only specific written comment repeated in the latest reviews is “Very helpful!”, while several other reviews are star ratings without detail. There isn’t enough information in the inputs provided to confirm whether the practice is independent or part of a corporate group, or to describe specific facilities, procedures, or policies.
Only basic listing information was provided for Niamh Drea (MVB). There was no website summary, service list, pricing information, or Google rating/review content included in the inputs, so we can’t reliably summarise what the practice is set up for (e.g., routine care vs. surgical/dental work), policies (e.g., follow-up, payment plans), or typical client experiences.
Only basic listing information was provided for Niamh Drea (MVB). There was no website summary, service list, pricing information, or Google rating/review content included in the inputs, so we can’t reliably summarise what the practice is set up for (e.g., routine care vs. surgical/dental work), policies (e.g., follow-up, payment plans), or typical client experiences.
Ballyorney Veterinary Clinic combines a small-animal clinic (vaccinations, microchipping, neutering, dental care and pet passports) with a clear specialist focus on equine reproduction, including embryo transfer, cryopreservation and ovum pick-up. The clinic states it is open for emergencies 24 hours. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe thorough examinations and practical, fast help—ranging from walk-in booster injections with “no appointment needed” to hands-on support for difficult post-op problems (one owner describes daily bladder expression for nearly a week, including when the clinic was officially closed).
Ballyorney Veterinary Clinic combines a small-animal clinic (vaccinations, microchipping, neutering, dental care and pet passports) with a clear specialist focus on equine reproduction, including embryo transfer, cryopreservation and ovum pick-up. The clinic states it is open for emergencies 24 hours. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly describe thorough examinations and practical, fast help—ranging from walk-in booster injections with “no appointment needed” to hands-on support for difficult post-op problems (one owner describes daily bladder expression for nearly a week, including when the clinic was officially closed).
Wicklow Veterinary Clinic is a purpose-built, modern practice offering medical, surgical and diagnostic care for a wide mix of animals (dogs, cats, small furries, horses and farm animals). The clinic advertises a dedicated 24/7/365 emergency service with an in-house vet on call, but it’s restricted to registered clients. Owners also mention ongoing chronic-care visits (for example, regular steroid injections for a dog) alongside routine appointments. Review signals are mixed: several people describe friendly, helpful reception and vets, while others raise strong concerns about cost (including a €93 visit described as under five minutes) and a few serious complaints about missed/late diagnosis and lack of follow-up after making a complaint.
Wicklow Veterinary Clinic is a purpose-built, modern practice offering medical, surgical and diagnostic care for a wide mix of animals (dogs, cats, small furries, horses and farm animals). The clinic advertises a dedicated 24/7/365 emergency service with an in-house vet on call, but it’s restricted to registered clients. Owners also mention ongoing chronic-care visits (for example, regular steroid injections for a dog) alongside routine appointments. Review signals are mixed: several people describe friendly, helpful reception and vets, while others raise strong concerns about cost (including a €93 visit described as under five minutes) and a few serious complaints about missed/late diagnosis and lack of follow-up after making a complaint.
Kilcoole Vets is a companion-animal-only practice that treats dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and reptiles, and it’s ISFM Accredited as a Cat Friendly Clinic (from the clinic website). In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe fast access for sudden illness (including being seen immediately after calling in the morning), in-house diagnostics like blood tests with same-day results, and low-stress handling (one owner noted the team “worked at my cat’s pace” to avoid adding stress). Reviews also mention supportive end-of-life care for a senior cat, and a cat boarding “resort” with text updates during a longer stay.
Kilcoole Vets is a companion-animal-only practice that treats dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and reptiles, and it’s ISFM Accredited as a Cat Friendly Clinic (from the clinic website). In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe fast access for sudden illness (including being seen immediately after calling in the morning), in-house diagnostics like blood tests with same-day results, and low-stress handling (one owner noted the team “worked at my cat’s pace” to avoid adding stress). Reviews also mention supportive end-of-life care for a senior cat, and a cat boarding “resort” with text updates during a longer stay.
Clover Hill Veterinary Clinic is repeatedly described as a small team led by vets Jack and Gillian, with reviews highlighting fast access to appointments and unhurried consults. Owners mention being seen the same day or next day when needed, and getting follow-up phone calls after visits. Several reviews focus on cat care, including handling a “grumpy” older cat with an ingrown nail, and providing thoughtful support “during a very sad time.”
Clover Hill Veterinary Clinic is repeatedly described as a small team led by vets Jack and Gillian, with reviews highlighting fast access to appointments and unhurried consults. Owners mention being seen the same day or next day when needed, and getting follow-up phone calls after visits. Several reviews focus on cat care, including handling a “grumpy” older cat with an ingrown nail, and providing thoughtful support “during a very sad time.”
Victor Bennett Veterinary is a small-practice clinic (no corporate group is named in the available information). Based on owner reports, the clinic is set up for routine appointments and common medical issues, with an emphasis on access and follow-through: reviewers mention being seen the same day or next day, and getting follow-up phone calls after visits. Several reviews specifically describe care for cats, including handling a difficult, “grumpy” older cat during treatment for an ingrown nail, and providing thoughtful support during a “very sad time” for a cat and owner. Note: some reviews refer to “Clover Hill Veterinary Clinic,” which conflicts with the clinic name provided here.
Victor Bennett Veterinary is a small-practice clinic (no corporate group is named in the available information). Based on owner reports, the clinic is set up for routine appointments and common medical issues, with an emphasis on access and follow-through: reviewers mention being seen the same day or next day, and getting follow-up phone calls after visits. Several reviews specifically describe care for cats, including handling a difficult, “grumpy” older cat during treatment for an ingrown nail, and providing thoughtful support during a “very sad time” for a cat and owner. Note: some reviews refer to “Clover Hill Veterinary Clinic,” which conflicts with the clinic name provided here.