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Railway Veterinary Hospital

#2 Vet in Loughrea, Galway

4.8
Independent Clinic

Railway Veterinary Hospital – Vets in Loughrea

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic
#2 Ranking
#2 in Loughrea

Clinic Overview

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.

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.

Services

Services and situations explicitly mentioned in the available information include

  • Post-operative support: owners describe contacting the clinic with concerns after a pet’s surgery and receiving reassurance from a vet (including after hours).
  • Eye injury treatment: treatment for a corneal abrasion caused by a cat scratch, with the owner stating the cat’s eye was saved.
  • Euthanasia/end-of-life care: accommodating owner requests during a visit where a dog was put to sleep.
  • General consultations for dogs and cats (multiple reviews refer to bringing pets in for care and receiving help/advice).

People

  • Jenny: mentioned by name in an end-of-life visit; the owner said she “made such a difference,” and highlighted professionalism and kindness while accommodating specific requests.
  • Sandra: mentioned alongside Jenny in the same euthanasia visit, with the same emphasis on accommodating requests and handling a difficult appointment thoughtfully.
  • Unnamed vet(s): one owner reports receiving an after-hours call-back from a vet on a Friday evening to discuss post-surgery concerns; another credits the vet with saving a cat’s eye after a corneal abrasion.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 126 reviews. - Responsiveness outside normal appointments: an owner describes getting a reassuring call-back from a vet after hours when they were worried about a cat post-surgery.

  • Support during difficult decisions: one review describes staff accommodating requests and being professional during a euthanasia appointment.
  • Specific clinical outcomes mentioned: one owner attributes their cat keeping its eye to treatment for a corneal abrasion.
  • Practical scheduling experiences: owners mention quick/easy appointments and staff being understanding when something comes up.

Contact

Call 091-841 935

Location

Station Road, Loughrea, Galway

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