Ballyorney Veterinary Clinic – Vets in Enniskerry
Clinic Overview
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).
Services
Based on the clinic website and the latest reviews, services mentioned include
- •Small animal clinic care for dogs (injuries and general check-ups are described in reviews).
- •Vaccinations (including booster injections mentioned as available without an appointment in a review).
- •Microchipping
- •Neutering
- •Dental (service listed on the website; no specific dental procedures described in reviews provided).
- •Pet passports
- •Equine reproduction (website): embryo transfer, cryopreservation, and ovum pick-up.
- •Emergency care (website): “Open for emergencies 24 hours.”
People
- •Larry (vet): Mentioned repeatedly for prioritising the animal over cost. One owner describes Larry providing daily, hands-on care for almost a week to help a dog urinate after surgery elsewhere, including when the clinic was officially closed and without asking for money.
- •David (vet): Described as “solution focused,” thorough and gentle during examinations, and willing to answer questions without making owners feel judged.
- •The Dunne family: One review describes the clinic as having cared for animals “for generations,” with long-term clients returning for decades.
Reviews
4.9 stars from 690 reviews. - Practical access and responsiveness: one owner mentions coming for a booster injection with no appointment needed; others mention fast, efficient turnaround with multiple staff.
- •Thorough exams and clear help: several reviews highlight careful, thorough examinations and staff being happy to answer questions.
- •Support in difficult cases: an owner reports extensive follow-up help after surgery done elsewhere (daily bladder expression over multiple days, including when officially closed).
- •Cost sensitivity / not money-driven (as perceived by reviewers): more than one review frames decisions as focused on the animal rather than “the money.”
Location
Ballyorney Farm, Ballyorney, Enniskerry, Co. Wicklow, A98 EP29, Ireland
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Animals Treated at Ballyorney Veterinary Clinic
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Reviews for Ballyorney Veterinary Clinic
Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 690 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.
David Walsh
in the last week
Staff can't help. Enough . Up for my digs booster injection no appointment needed call up 6 to most evenings
Jessica Staveley-Kelly
in the last week
Fantastic staff, really know there stuff and extremely helpful. Best vet around. We have brought all our dogs here and would highly recommend to others.
Judith
a week ago
They were so kind, full of good humour and thorough with my dog's needs.
Margaret kavanagh
a week ago
Highly recommended Larry, he's a great vet,more about the animal than the money,he's looked after my little Misty a jack Russell so well I can't thank him enough, I will be forever in his debt,thank you Larry 😀
Antonia B
2 weeks ago
Excellent vets. David is a solution focused vet and very kind and caring.
Melanie Brown
a week ago
The staff was friendly and very helpful to my injured dog.
Jay8284
4 weeks ago
This is a fantastic vetinary service. Multiple staff and fast and efficient turn around. Took great care with small dogs. Very thorough examination. Highly recommended.
Brendan Cullen
a month ago
The Dunne family have been caring for peoples animals for generations now. They Always show genuine concern and compassion for every pet they treat and rarely if ever get a diagnosis wrong. We've been going to them with our pets for decades now and wouldn't dream of changing. Cannot recommend highly enough.
bartosz Siemianowski
2 months ago
Review for Larry – a truly compassionate and selfless veterinarian and all his team🙏 I can't find enough words to express my deep gratitude to Larry. He is not only an incredible veterinarian but also a truly kind and generous human being. My dog Bruno had been struggling to urinate after undergoing surgery in another clinic two weeks earlier. During one of the hardest moments in my life, both emotionally and financially, Larry stepped in to help without hesitation – and without ever asking for money. For almost a week, he personally helped Bruno by expressing his bladder every single day, even when the clinic was officially closed – including during the bank holiday weekend. He did this purely out of care and compassion – never for profit, but simply because he has a heart of gold. Larry doesn’t just care for animals – he truly cares for people too. His support meant the world to me, and I will never forget his kindness. He is living proof that true humanity still exists. Thank you, Larry – you are a rare and precious soul
Annie P
4 months ago
I had a great experience at the vet today. David was incredibly helpful and thorough in examining my dog—gentle, professional, and clearly knowledgeable. The entire staff was friendly and welcoming, which really helped put me at ease. They were happy to answer all of my questions and never made me feel judged for my choices as a pet owner. Instead, I truly felt that they care deeply about animals and approach each case with empathy and understanding! Highly recommend!
