Dog & Cat Vets in Galway

Clonberne Veterinary Services is a small-practice vet clinic treating cats and dogs, with grooming also mentioned by reviewers. In recent feedback, owners repeatedly point to careful handling (“never ever hurts the animals”), thorough appointments, and time spent explaining care and recovery steps. Several reviews name Ruth and describe long-term use over “several years,” alongside practical, information-heavy consultations (including addressing concerns for a new puppy and giving take-home guidance for a dog’s recovery).

Cuddy Vets is a veterinary clinic whose own site describes a “friendly environment” with “committed staff trained to care for all your pets needs.” In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention how the team handles nervous or anxious dogs with patience (including letting them settle before treatment) and that vets take time to answer questions during first check-ups. Reviews also describe long-term care for cats across life stages (from kitten to senior), including helping with injured cats and strays.

Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include

• •Taking extra time to help anxious dogs feel calm and relaxed before treatment.
• •Thorough first check-ups where owners say their questions and concerns were answered.
• •Repeated mentions of treats and pets being keen to come in, suggesting the clinic prioritises low-stress handling.
• •Ongoing care over “many years,” including senior cats and injured/stray cats.

Kelly Veterinary Clinic has a 4.9★ Google rating from 149 reviews. Ownership (independent vs group) isn’t stated in the information provided. Based on the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine consultations and medical management in cats and dogs, with an emphasis on clear explanations and treatment planning.

Concrete examples mentioned by owners include

• •A cat seen for red-coloured urine, with staff explaining likely causes, medication, and an after-treatment plan.
• •Ongoing medical support for a cat with late-stage FIV, where medication was used to extend comfort and time before end-of-life decisions.
• •Support for serious illness (a dog described as very ill with stomach cancer), with handling described as gentle.
• •A calm atmosphere for nervous dogs, including being seen earlier than the scheduled appointment when a pet was stressed.

Kinvara Bay Vet Clinic describes itself as a modern, purpose-built small-animal clinic with an operating theatre and ultrasound. Reviews repeatedly mention being seen quickly for urgent problems even when the diary was full (e.g., a sick cat “within minutes”; a dog seen within half an hour without an appointment), with diagnostics and treatment carried out immediately (blood tests “on the spot”, injections given). Several owners also describe proactive follow-up after illness (calls at 2 and 4 days to check progress). One recent review is strongly negative but provides no detail, which conflicts with the otherwise detailed positive accounts.

Lakeside Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal clinic (described that way by a reviewer) where owners frequently mention being accommodated at short notice and having treatment choices and costs explained clearly. No corporate group ownership is stated in the available information; one reviewer specifically mentions “the owner” being available to help.

Concrete specifics mentioned by reviewers include

• •Being “fitted in” last minute when worried about a dog.
• •Immediate help provided on 01/01/2026 when “other clinics refused to help” (per one account).
• •Treatment options being clearly laid out, with associated costs explained.
• •A “modern practice and rooms” environment.

Moycullen Veterinary Clinic is led by Clinical Director Leanne Eversten (named on the clinic website). The website lists routine preventive care such as vaccination and microchipping, and indicates they see a range of small pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and hamsters.

From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe a friendly, familiar team—including comments that staff “know every pet when they arrive”—and mention staff taking time to listen and answer questions thoroughly. One recent review is notably less positive (2 stars), suggesting experiences are not universally consistent.

Oughterard Veterinary Surgery is used by owners of multiple species, with reviews mentioning routine veterinary care for goats as well as appointments for dogs and cats. Across the latest comments, people repeatedly point to vet consultations that focus on practical advice and clear explanations (including a cat visit for a pet passport). Several reviewers also mention returning specifically for “Karel/Karl/Carl” and the wider team, describing gentle handling with dogs and an accommodating front-of-house experience.

Pet Health Centre describes itself as a 100% small-animal hospital providing veterinary care since 2006, with in-house diagnostics (including blood testing) and imaging (digital radiography and ultrasonography). It offers online consultations and states it provides a 24-hour emergency service for existing clients.

From the latest reviews available, owners most often point to

• •Routine neutering/spaying with smooth recoveries described in detail (including a “side incision” that “healed beautifully” in ~10 days for one cat).
• •A mixed picture on reception/front desk: some reviews say reception are “lovely” and can’t do enough, while others say “receptionist not so.”
• •One older review reports a problem reaching the clinic during an emergency (out-of-office not working), despite otherwise praising care.

The Pet Vet appears to be a small, vet-led practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). Reviews repeatedly describe appointments with Ruth as unhurried and information-heavy—owners mention her “spen[ding] a lot of time going through everything,” and giving “a lot of information… to take away” about a dog’s recovery. A grooming service is also explicitly mentioned in reviews. Recent reviews also highlight careful handling (“never ever hurts the animals”) and a friendly manner (including “a great sense of humor”).

Western Veterinary Clinic is a family-run mixed animal practice (website) set up for both companion animals and farm/equine work, with facilities on-site for digital X‑rays, ultrasound, and in-house lab testing (website). Reviews most often describe thorough medical workups (including blood tests with results shared quickly) and clear explanations of options. A few reviews also point to same-day help for urgent issues, such as a dog seen the day a tooth broke (reviews). One detailed review raises a potential friction point around front-desk processes for purchasing supplements/food, including the owner being told they needed an appointment to buy items and reporting mixed messages between vet advice and reception guidance (review).

Ballyhugh Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a mixed animal practice, covering small animals, large animals and equine work, with medical, surgical and educational services listed on its website. It also states it provides a 24-hour emergency service via an on-call rota shared with three other veterinary practices. From the latest reviews available, owners most often mention personable, supportive handling around difficult situations (including after a pet’s death), ongoing medication support, and routine procedures like neutering (including for rabbits).

Concrete examples mentioned by reviewers include: having regular medication prepared for collection; replying quickly when an owner emailed after their dog died; staff taking the pet “in a most respectful way” and sending a follow-up email and condolence card; and a rabbit recovering well after being neutered.

Barna Veterinary Clinic is led by Clinical Director Leanne Eversten (as stated on the clinic website). The website indicates the clinic sees dogs, cats, rabbits, ferrets, and hamsters, and lists vaccination and microchipping among its services. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe support with cat care, including emergency appointments (including an Easter weekend visit) and end‑of‑life care; one reviewer also mentions a major skin infection that needed “specialist treatment” and resulted in “full recovery.” Cost is a clear decision point: one owner describes a ~€1000 bill for about six hours of care including euthanasia and felt the clinic was “known to be very expensive,” while other reviewers focus on being reassured and supported during urgent and difficult situations.

Moran Court Vets is a long-established veterinary practice (the website describes it as established 42 years ago) with multiple branches. The clinic highlights “very latest diagnostic facilities,” backed by listed diagnostic, laboratory, and dental equipment. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe cat cases (injury after a fight, pneumonia, and an unexpected heart failure) and point to supportive communication and follow-up—including a next-day call after a pet died, and vets explaining what to watch for after treatment.

Oran Veterinary Clinic is a companion-animal practice offering routine preventive care alongside in-clinic diagnostics (X‑rays and blood tests) and procedures such as neutering, dentistry, and soft-tissue surgery. Reviewers repeatedly mention clear explanations during exams and treatments, record-keeping with paperwork provided, and at least one report of being seen “out of hours in minutes” for a suspected urgent cat issue. One recent reviewer, however, strongly disagrees with this picture, saying the clinic felt “all about money and not welfare,” so experiences appear to vary.

Briarhill Veterinary Clinic is a purpose-built, 100% small-animal practice that has been providing care since 2009 and holds Hospital status with the Veterinary Council of Ireland. The clinic is equipped for diagnostics and in-clinic treatment (including digital X‑rays, ultrasound, ECG, and on-site blood and urine analysis) alongside surgery and dentistry facilities. Recent reviews include detailed accounts of compassionate end-of-life care (including a vet guiding owners through a terminal diagnosis and performing euthanasia “with tenderness and respect”), as well as criticism from others who felt euthanasia decisions were rushed or that payment was demanded before discussing an animal’s condition.

Knocknacarra Veterinary Clinic is part of Ark Vets Galway, a companion-animal practice with multiple branches and a referral service available (per the clinic website). Reviews describe both routine appointments and more complex work, including diagnostic imaging and an intestinal procedure referred in from another clinic. Owners most often mention fast access (including same-day availability), clear explanations of treatment plans, and supportive end-of-life care (including an out-of-hours vet in one account), alongside a minority of reviews raising concerns about bedside manner and high charges for imaging.

Concrete specifics owners mention include: a same-day cat assessment appointment; clinicians coming out promptly to collect clients from the lobby; costs being outlined before treatment in at least one visit; and a condolence card/paw prints being provided after a pet’s passing.

Moran Court Veterinary Clinic is a long-established practice (the website says it was established 42 years ago) offering both small-pet and large-animal work. The site highlights in-house diagnostic, laboratory, and dental equipment, and owners’ recent reviews repeatedly mention thorough case work-ups and calm handling—especially by a vet named Linda. One review describes a dog initially given “three days to live” elsewhere, where Linda “went through every test…checked every detail,” and then referred the case to a neighbouring referral clinic. Reviews also include an emergency visit for an elderly dog, and another notes a full exam for a pug.

There is also a clear negative account: one reviewer reports being asked for €30 for antibiotics for an injured wild bird, and says they were later told by a wildlife rescue that vets are obliged to help wild animals (the clinic’s response is not available in the inputs).

Portumna Vet Clinic is described in reviews as a practice that handles routine care and surgical work, with specific examples including cat spaying and treating a very sick, fitting puppy. Reviewers also mention support for end‑of‑life care, with one client describing a vet helping keep their cat comfortable and minimising stress for both pet and owner in the final weeks. Multiple reviews highlight thorough exams and clear reassurance (for example, explaining why spaying a cat soon after a litter was OK and returning the cat home the same day). A recurring limitation is out‑of‑hours/holiday cover: one recent reviewer says that when the clinic is closed during holidays, they could not rely on help.

Glenamaddy Veterinary Clinic has been established since 1989 and operates as part of a two-clinic setup with seven full-time vets. The website describes care for both large and small animals, with “state-of-the-art facilities,” and it also states a 24‑hour emergency/out‑of‑hours emergency service.

From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention being able to get appointments quickly, calm handling of small pets (including rescued cats), and clear explanations. There’s also at least one recent account of a poor experience where an owner felt their dog didn’t receive enough care and attention, so feedback isn’t uniform.

Animal Health Centre Gort is a small-animal clinic that, based on the written reviews available, is frequently used for routine puppy care such as vaccinations. Owners repeatedly mention a calm, pet-friendly experience—one reviewer specifically notes their puppy was comfortable during vaccine visits and was given treats. Multiple reviewers also describe the team as “friendly” and “helpful,” including on repeat visits.

Dunmore Veterinary Clinic has been providing care since 1989 and describes itself as a mixed practice for both large and small animals, with seven full-time vets and “state-of-the-art facilities.” It’s a member of XLVets Ireland. Based on the clinic’s own information, it’s set up for farm work (including TB testing and bull/ram vasectomy) as well as routine and diagnostic care (blood testing, X-ray, anaesthesia, dentistry). The latest written reviews available to us are brief but consistently mention the team being “friendly and helpful.”

Ballygaddy Veterinary Surgery is most often described in reviews as a general veterinary practice for routine care and sick visits, with particular mentions of puppy vaccinations and support during end-of-life decisions. Owners describe being seen quickly for a puppy’s second vaccination, with the puppy also checked over and advice given. Individual vets are named in reviews: Áine is described as “thorough,” and Fergal is mentioned for kind support when it was time to say goodbye to a dog.

Bushypark Vets is a small-animal practice for cats and dogs that offers routine care (vaccines, puppy/kitten checks) alongside in-clinic diagnostics (in-house lab, digital x‑ray) and procedures including surgery and dentistry. The clinic states it provides a 24-hour emergency service year-round, and recent reviews describe urgent care being provided overnight and at weekends (including a Sunday 3am visit for a cat hit by a car). Owners also mention cats and nervous pets being handled gently, and specific follow-through on more involved cases such as overnight stays for illness and surgery for a cat.

Independent, family-run veterinary practice led by Hugh Dolan, with multiple reviews describing Hugh and his wife working as a small team. Based on the latest reviews, the clinic is used most often for dogs and cats, with owners highlighting fast access to care (including being seen “so quickly”) and straightforward decision-making (one owner says earlier, more expensive treatment elsewhere was “incorrect” and they got the treatment their dog “needed” here). Reviews also mention going beyond routine hours in specific situations (opening late at night for a sick fox) and support with end-of-life care for a cat (“made the final part easier”).

JF Brody & Athenry Pet Clinic is a mixed practice (small animals plus farm animals and horses) with on-site facilities including an operating theatre, X‑ray and ultrasound, an isolation ward, and separate dog and cat kennels. The website lists routine and clinical services such as consultations, surgery, dentistry, diagnostics, vaccinations, microchipping and neutering, plus pregnancy advice, nutrition and insurance support. Reviews focus on specific vets and team members by name, with examples of owners thanking staff for “wonderful attention” over several days and describing the practice as efficient and “well priced”.

Railway Veterinary Hospital is reviewed as a clinic that handles both routine visits and higher-stakes situations, including post-surgery concerns and end-of-life appointments. Owners repeatedly mention practical support points: an after-hours call-back from a vet when there were worries about a cat after surgery, accommodating specific requests during a euthanasia visit, and treating a cat’s corneal abrasion in a way the owner credits with “saving” the eye. Several reviews also point to logistics that matter day-to-day, such as quick/easy appointments and being understanding when plans change.

Lakeview Small Animal Surgery is a long-established veterinary practice (the website says it was established 42 years ago) and does not mention being part of a corporate group. Based on its own service list and owner reports, it appears set up for both routine care (vaccinations, parasite control, microchipping) and more involved medical/surgical work, with on-site diagnostic, laboratory and dental equipment.

Decision-relevant points owners mention alongside the clinic’s stated capabilities

• •A vet named Linda is repeatedly credited with taking time to review tests in detail and “get to the bottom” of an illness rather than rushing decisions (including a case where a dog had been given a very poor prognosis elsewhere).
• •Owners describe the clinic handling urgent presentations (one review mentions bringing an elderly dog “in an emergency”).
• •Referrals are part of the care pathway: one owner describes being referred “next door to the vet referral clinic,” where Francisco is named as providing further help.
• •Reviews are mostly very positive, but there is a clear complaint about being asked to pay for antibiotics for an injured wild bird, with the reviewer alleging vets are obliged to treat wildlife.

Crowe Street Veterinary Office is a small veterinary practice with limited service detail available from the sources provided (no website/service list was included in the input). From the latest written reviews, owners most often describe routine puppy vaccinations and a low-stress visit experience—one reviewer mentions their puppy was given treats and was “very comfortable” during vaccine appointments. Multiple reviews also emphasise that visits felt friendly and professional, including positive experiences across first and second visits. Corporate-group ownership is not stated in the available information.

Gorteen Acre Veterinary Clinic is a mixed-animal practice (small animals, farm animals, equines, and exotic species) with X‑ray facilities. The website also states a 24‑hour call‑out service for large animals and a 24‑hour emergency service for equines. Reviews most often point to help with emergencies and support for less common pets, including exotics; one owner describes being guided through raising newborn puppies, and another describes treatment for a severe virus in a young rescue puppy.

Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include

• •Support for emergency situations, including being “quick to respond” and taking calls “24/7” (as described in a review).
• •Exotic-pet care: a crested gecko seen by an “exotic pet vet” (named in reviews).
• •Multiple species handled in practice (dogs, cats, rabbit mentioned in reviews; the website also lists equine, farm, and exotic species).
• •Some owners explicitly say they weren’t pushed to buy things their pet didn’t need.

Kinvara Veterinary Practice is presented in reviews as a small veterinary surgery with an on-site shop (no corporate group ownership is stated). Based on the latest written reviews, it appears set up mainly for routine companion-animal care (dogs and cats), with vets noted for handling nervous pets well and for taking time to improve outcomes rather than rushing visits. Specifics mentioned include dog and cat check-ups, a vet described as a “brilliant cat vet” who went “over and beyond,” and repeated comments that nervous dogs settled by the end of the visit.

No corporate group affiliation is stated in the available information. Based on the latest reviews, this clinic is repeatedly used for vaccinations and urgent issues, with owners describing fast access in emergencies (one reviewer was seen within 20 minutes on Christmas Eve morning). Another owner says the vet vaccinated their dogs outside to minimise stress. Reviews also repeatedly mention a “helpful” and “professional” service.

Ark Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a companion-animal practice focused on family pets, with two practice sites mentioned on its website. Recent reviews suggest the clinic is commonly used for routine and urgent sick-pet appointments for cats and dogs, with multiple owners highlighting being seen quickly and receiving clear explanations of “process and next steps.” At the same time, one recent reviewer makes a serious allegation around corticosteroid prescribing and a lack of warning about diabetes risk, describing this as a failure of informed consent—an account that conflicts with other reviews praising communication.

Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include

• •being seen within about 5 minutes for a sick cat (per one review)
• •follow-up after treatment (“follow up ethos”) mentioned after a visit for a sick dog
• •vet-led communication described as clear on what would happen next for multiple dogs

Cleaghmore Veterinary Practice is a vet clinic whose website explicitly states “Non-emergencies only”, and also references Large Animals and a Small Animal area. Recent reviews most often describe treatment for sick dogs over a period of weeks, with one reviewer saying the team “left no stone unturned” while trying to get two dogs well. However, there is also a detailed negative review describing two serious cases where the owner felt key problems were missed and sought a second opinion elsewhere; that account conflicts with the many brief 5‑star endorsements.

Concrete specifics supported by available sources

• •The clinic website states non-emergency cases only.
• •The website indicates work with large animals and small animals (mentioned as site sections).
• •Reviews specifically mention ongoing care for two sick dogs and efforts to investigate (“no stone was left unturned”).
• •One review reports loss of a dog within 12 hours of being told the dog had a “healthy heart,” and another case where the owner says a second vet found kidney failure after being told it was diabetes/heart failure.

Rennick Vets is described in reviews as having had a recent “takeover” by Moran Court Vets / Moran vets (multiple reviewers mention attending Moran Court and related clinics). Based on what owners describe, the practice seems set up for routine care (e.g., puppy consults and first vaccinations) as well as medical problem-solving when an owner feels something has been missed elsewhere.

Decision-relevant specifics from the latest reviews include

• •Quiet puppy appointment with “no cats” present was specifically appreciated by one owner with a young pup.
• •Owners mention vets who take concerns seriously and investigate, with one reporting improved quality of life and extended life for their dog after other vets dismissed concerns.
• •A past case of pancreatitis is mentioned, where a vet (“Tom”) was credited with saving a dog’s life.
• •There’s also a clear negative account alleging lack of privacy in consult rooms and poor communication unless prompted, alongside a complaint about being charged “so much”.

Glenina Veterinary Clinic is described by reviewers as offering a more “personal service” compared with “corporate vets” (as one client puts it). Based on recent reviews, the clinic appears geared for both routine care and sick/urgent visits, with multiple owners mentioning quick appointment availability and ongoing updates during treatment.

Concrete details owners mention include

• •Fast appointment access for a cat with recurring cystitis.
• •Routine care such as scheduled vaccinations (“shots”) and neutering.
• •Phone updates throughout a pet’s illness treatment, with clear explanations of next steps.
• •Admin support for pet insurance, including completing claim forms.

There is also a serious negative account describing a dog with open pyometra where the owner felt pressured, blamed, and not offered immediate surgery; this conflicts with other reviews describing professional, supportive care.