There are 24 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Kerry.
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Colm O'Callaghan Veterinary Surgery is listed as a veterinary surgery, but the information available here doesn’t describe specific services, facilities, or clinical focus. On Google it shows a 5.0-star rating, though the review count information appears inconsistent (see Reviews).
Colm O'Callaghan Veterinary Surgery is listed as a veterinary surgery, but the information available here doesn’t describe specific services, facilities, or clinical focus. On Google it shows a 5.0-star rating, though the review count information appears inconsistent (see Reviews).
O’Shea Veterinary Clinic’s ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. From the latest reviews, the clinic is most often described through one vet in particular (Paudie) and examples of hands-on problem‑solving: a cat with multiple issues (bowel problems, vestibular disease and a dental issue) was reportedly diagnosed quickly and improved after treatment, and another owner reports eye drops that cleared up a dog’s suspected hay fever quickly. Reviews also mention end‑of‑life care for a dog, with the vet thanked for kindness during euthanasia. A small number of reviews appear unrelated to veterinary care (e.g., “Fab food and a great venue”), which may indicate some misattributed reviews.
O’Shea Veterinary Clinic’s ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information provided. From the latest reviews, the clinic is most often described through one vet in particular (Paudie) and examples of hands-on problem‑solving: a cat with multiple issues (bowel problems, vestibular disease and a dental issue) was reportedly diagnosed quickly and improved after treatment, and another owner reports eye drops that cleared up a dog’s suspected hay fever quickly. Reviews also mention end‑of‑life care for a dog, with the vet thanked for kindness during euthanasia. A small number of reviews appear unrelated to veterinary care (e.g., “Fab food and a great venue”), which may indicate some misattributed reviews.
Castle Veterinary is a small veterinary clinic (no corporate group ownership is stated in the available information). From the latest reviews available to us, owners describe straightforward, effective treatment for routine medical issues—one reviewer reports bringing a dog in with a tail problem, getting an exam and an antibiotic prescription, and seeing the issue resolve to “nearly 100%.” Reviews also repeatedly mention friendly service (“with a smile”), though several comments are very brief (e.g., “Perfect”) and don’t provide clinical detail.
Castle Veterinary is a small veterinary clinic (no corporate group ownership is stated in the available information). From the latest reviews available to us, owners describe straightforward, effective treatment for routine medical issues—one reviewer reports bringing a dog in with a tail problem, getting an exam and an antibiotic prescription, and seeing the issue resolve to “nearly 100%.” Reviews also repeatedly mention friendly service (“with a smile”), though several comments are very brief (e.g., “Perfect”) and don’t provide clinical detail.
Killarney Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice (corporate group ownership isn’t stated in the information available to us). Based on recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine and more complex cases, with diagnostic imaging mentioned (an X‑ray that led to a difficult discussion about options) and owners also describing “tricky” operations.
Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include
- •Clear explanations of treatment options after an X‑ray, with empathy during a bad-news visit.
- •Out-of-hours phone help for an exotic pet (a bearded dragon), including an offer to be seen in the early hours.
- •Ongoing management of chronic ear infections with medication that reduced repeat visits, plus treatment of hot spots.
- •A large, clean waiting room and an on-site pet shop mentioned by reviewers.
Killarney Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice (corporate group ownership isn’t stated in the information available to us). Based on recent reviews, it appears set up for both routine and more complex cases, with diagnostic imaging mentioned (an X‑ray that led to a difficult discussion about options) and owners also describing “tricky” operations.
Decision-relevant specifics owners mention include
- •Clear explanations of treatment options after an X‑ray, with empathy during a bad-news visit.
- •Out-of-hours phone help for an exotic pet (a bearded dragon), including an offer to be seen in the early hours.
- •Ongoing management of chronic ear infections with medication that reduced repeat visits, plus treatment of hot spots.
- •A large, clean waiting room and an on-site pet shop mentioned by reviewers.
McGrath Vets – Market Street Veterinary is a general veterinary practice for dogs, cats, and farm animals, with facilities that include laser therapy. The website also states a 24-hour farm animal veterinary service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe clear communication during stressful situations (including surgery after a road traffic accident) and a clinic environment where pets are greeted and handled in a way that helps them stay relaxed (for example, a dog returning for check-ups and being met with “hellos and belly rubs”).
Concrete examples mentioned include: support “from the minute” an owner called after an accident through surgery and after-treatment, help when a dog was brought in as an emergency, and treatment for a dog that didn’t want to walk while the owner was travelling.
McGrath Vets – Market Street Veterinary is a general veterinary practice for dogs, cats, and farm animals, with facilities that include laser therapy. The website also states a 24-hour farm animal veterinary service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly describe clear communication during stressful situations (including surgery after a road traffic accident) and a clinic environment where pets are greeted and handled in a way that helps them stay relaxed (for example, a dog returning for check-ups and being met with “hellos and belly rubs”).
Concrete examples mentioned include: support “from the minute” an owner called after an accident through surgery and after-treatment, help when a dog was brought in as an emergency, and treatment for a dog that didn’t want to walk while the owner was travelling.
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Sliabh Luachra Veterinary Centre is a small-animal vet practice that reviewers most often describe in the context of dog care, including visits for a Jack Russell, a Labrador puppy, and “valuable Dogo’s.” Owners repeatedly mention being seen at short notice, and several reviews highlight the front-desk experience (“friendly and professional receptionist”) alongside the veterinary team. One vet is named in reviews—Dr. Don Murphy—with a long-term reviewer (9 years ago) praising his experience and describing him as “reasonable.”
Sliabh Luachra Veterinary Centre is a small-animal vet practice that reviewers most often describe in the context of dog care, including visits for a Jack Russell, a Labrador puppy, and “valuable Dogo’s.” Owners repeatedly mention being seen at short notice, and several reviews highlight the front-desk experience (“friendly and professional receptionist”) alongside the veterinary team. One vet is named in reviews—Dr. Don Murphy—with a long-term reviewer (9 years ago) praising his experience and describing him as “reasonable.”
Treacy & Sheehan is a fully accredited veterinary clinic that treats both small and large animals, operating from a purpose-built premises (moved in 2010). The website states they’re set up for a broad mix of routine and urgent work, including care for unexpected illnesses/accidents and intensive care patients. In recent reviews, owners most often describe dogs and cats being assessed thoroughly (including “spotting an issue” in a cocker spaniel that improved after treatment) and ongoing follow-up visits for injuries after traumatic events.
Treacy & Sheehan is a fully accredited veterinary clinic that treats both small and large animals, operating from a purpose-built premises (moved in 2010). The website states they’re set up for a broad mix of routine and urgent work, including care for unexpected illnesses/accidents and intensive care patients. In recent reviews, owners most often describe dogs and cats being assessed thoroughly (including “spotting an issue” in a cocker spaniel that improved after treatment) and ongoing follow-up visits for injuries after traumatic events.
Veterinary Clinic Dingle is a general veterinary practice that, based on reviews, regularly handles urgent cases and surgery as well as routine consultations. Multiple owners describe rapid response for emergencies (including a late-Sunday call leading to the pet being seen and admitted within about an hour) and clear updates during an in-clinic stay after emergency surgery. Reviews also include a sharp negative account alleging rough handling during a neck-vein blood draw (bruising), a missed ear problem that was treated only with cotton-bud cleaning, and a feeling of being rushed through a short appointment—so experiences appear mixed depending on the clinician seen.
Veterinary Clinic Dingle is a general veterinary practice that, based on reviews, regularly handles urgent cases and surgery as well as routine consultations. Multiple owners describe rapid response for emergencies (including a late-Sunday call leading to the pet being seen and admitted within about an hour) and clear updates during an in-clinic stay after emergency surgery. Reviews also include a sharp negative account alleging rough handling during a neck-vein blood draw (bruising), a missed ear problem that was treated only with cotton-bud cleaning, and a feeling of being rushed through a short appointment—so experiences appear mixed depending on the clinician seen.
Mid Kerry Veterinary Centre is described in reviews as a practice that can handle both urgent cases and ongoing inpatient care. Owners mention pets being hospitalised for multiple days, rapid response to after-hours emergencies (one reviewer says a vet met them within 15 minutes), and sensitive end-of-life support including giving families time to say goodbye during euthanasia. A newer building/facility is also specifically mentioned.
Mid Kerry Veterinary Centre is described in reviews as a practice that can handle both urgent cases and ongoing inpatient care. Owners mention pets being hospitalised for multiple days, rapid response to after-hours emergencies (one reviewer says a vet met them within 15 minutes), and sensitive end-of-life support including giving families time to say goodbye during euthanasia. A newer building/facility is also specifically mentioned.
The Local Vet is a small practice best evidenced as providing general consultations and urgent care, including at least one reported out-of-hours emergency visit. Recent reviews describe rapid improvement after treatment for an acutely unwell dog, while an older review reports being turned away for surgical care and for a very large dog—suggesting limits on what the clinic can handle in-house for some cases.
Concrete details mentioned by owners include
- •Out-of-hours emergency assistance for a dog (“saw us out of hours as an emergency”).
- •Treatment for a very sick dog after eating fish, which the owner says “immediately resolved the condition.”
- •A claim (from an older negative review) that the clinic “doesn’t do surgical procedures” and “doesn’t treat giant dogs.”
The Local Vet is a small practice best evidenced as providing general consultations and urgent care, including at least one reported out-of-hours emergency visit. Recent reviews describe rapid improvement after treatment for an acutely unwell dog, while an older review reports being turned away for surgical care and for a very large dog—suggesting limits on what the clinic can handle in-house for some cases.
Concrete details mentioned by owners include
- •Out-of-hours emergency assistance for a dog (“saw us out of hours as an emergency”).
- •Treatment for a very sick dog after eating fish, which the owner says “immediately resolved the condition.”
- •A claim (from an older negative review) that the clinic “doesn’t do surgical procedures” and “doesn’t treat giant dogs.”
Woodview Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice (no corporate group ownership is stated) that combines day-to-day vet care with on-site grooming and boarding. The clinic reports purpose-built facilities including separate dog and cat areas, hospital wards, surgical and imaging facilities, plus isolation areas, kennels and a cattery. In reviews, owners most often mention grooming “pamper day” appointments, boarding stays where they received photos/updates, and supportive end-of-life care (including help with difficult euthanasia decisions and follow-up kindness after a pet’s death). The website also states the clinic provides routine and emergency care.
Woodview Veterinary Clinic is a veterinary practice (no corporate group ownership is stated) that combines day-to-day vet care with on-site grooming and boarding. The clinic reports purpose-built facilities including separate dog and cat areas, hospital wards, surgical and imaging facilities, plus isolation areas, kennels and a cattery. In reviews, owners most often mention grooming “pamper day” appointments, boarding stays where they received photos/updates, and supportive end-of-life care (including help with difficult euthanasia decisions and follow-up kindness after a pet’s death). The website also states the clinic provides routine and emergency care.
O'Leary Collins Vets is a small-animal practice (cats and dogs are specifically mentioned in reviews) where owners report a mix of very positive and very negative experiences. On the positive side, recent reviews describe rapid treatment for a serious cat tail injury, ongoing monitoring of a dog’s long-term conditions, and supportive end-of-life care where a vet named Maurice was present to help a dog “drift off peaceful.” On the negative side, several reviewers allege serious clinical and process failings—such as being given the wrong dosage of deworming medication, delays or refusal around running tests (with blood work only done after being demanded), and poor communication while a pet’s condition worsened.
O'Leary Collins Vets is a small-animal practice (cats and dogs are specifically mentioned in reviews) where owners report a mix of very positive and very negative experiences. On the positive side, recent reviews describe rapid treatment for a serious cat tail injury, ongoing monitoring of a dog’s long-term conditions, and supportive end-of-life care where a vet named Maurice was present to help a dog “drift off peaceful.” On the negative side, several reviewers allege serious clinical and process failings—such as being given the wrong dosage of deworming medication, delays or refusal around running tests (with blood work only done after being demanded), and poor communication while a pet’s condition worsened.
Equine Athlete International is a specialist veterinary clinic focused on equine sports medicine. The website describes a worldwide veterinary team offering expert consultations, e-consulting, and motion analysis using the MotionPro app. The service offering appears geared toward evaluating performance, athletic ability, and soundness in horses, including both competition and leisure horses.
Equine Athlete International is a specialist veterinary clinic focused on equine sports medicine. The website describes a worldwide veterinary team offering expert consultations, e-consulting, and motion analysis using the MotionPro app. The service offering appears geared toward evaluating performance, athletic ability, and soundness in horses, including both competition and leisure horses.
Cú Chulainn Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary hospital for dogs, cats, rabbits and hamsters, described on its website as operating in “modern, state-of-the-art facilities.” Reviews repeatedly point to hands-on vet-led care for both routine and urgent problems: owners mention a same-day Saturday appointment for a sore/tearing eye, a pre-spay drop-off/pick-up with time spent explaining aftercare, and blood test results available within about half an hour. Multiple reviews also describe detailed explanations and unhurried consultations (including end-of-life decision support), and several note pets being less stressed during visits.
Cú Chulainn Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary hospital for dogs, cats, rabbits and hamsters, described on its website as operating in “modern, state-of-the-art facilities.” Reviews repeatedly point to hands-on vet-led care for both routine and urgent problems: owners mention a same-day Saturday appointment for a sore/tearing eye, a pre-spay drop-off/pick-up with time spent explaining aftercare, and blood test results available within about half an hour. Multiple reviews also describe detailed explanations and unhurried consultations (including end-of-life decision support), and several note pets being less stressed during visits.
T.G. Clifford Veterinary Practice is a general veterinary clinic (ownership/group not stated in the available information). From the latest written reviews we have, owners describe straightforward, effective treatment for everyday problems—for example, a dog brought in with a tail issue was examined and sent home with an antibiotic that the owner says “worked” and left the tail “nearly 100%.” Several reviews are extremely brief (“Perfect”), so the most decision-useful detail comes from the few longer comments.
T.G. Clifford Veterinary Practice is a general veterinary clinic (ownership/group not stated in the available information). From the latest written reviews we have, owners describe straightforward, effective treatment for everyday problems—for example, a dog brought in with a tail issue was examined and sent home with an antibiotic that the owner says “worked” and left the tail “nearly 100%.” Several reviews are extremely brief (“Perfect”), so the most decision-useful detail comes from the few longer comments.
Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the available information. The clinic describes itself as a veterinary hospital with experienced vets, nurses and support staff, plus diagnostic and hospital facilities, and it states that it offers 24/7 emergency pet care. Recent reviews most often point to fast turnaround for urgent problems and minimally invasive “keyhole” neutering/spay procedures (with pets reportedly back home within hours). A Pet Health Club Plus plan is mentioned on the website as including consultations.
Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the available information. The clinic describes itself as a veterinary hospital with experienced vets, nurses and support staff, plus diagnostic and hospital facilities, and it states that it offers 24/7 emergency pet care. Recent reviews most often point to fast turnaround for urgent problems and minimally invasive “keyhole” neutering/spay procedures (with pets reportedly back home within hours). A Pet Health Club Plus plan is mentioned on the website as including consultations.
Listowel Veterinary Centre is most often described (in recent reviews) as a practice that supports owners through serious and end-of-life situations, with several detailed accounts of how vets explained options and handled euthanasia. Specific experiences mentioned include cancer treatment with clear discussion of “treatment and outcomes,” compassionate euthanasia carried out at the clinic, and a vet coming to an owner’s home to help them say goodbye. One reviewer also describes being seen in an emergency on a bank holiday.
Listowel Veterinary Centre is most often described (in recent reviews) as a practice that supports owners through serious and end-of-life situations, with several detailed accounts of how vets explained options and handled euthanasia. Specific experiences mentioned include cancer treatment with clear discussion of “treatment and outcomes,” compassionate euthanasia carried out at the clinic, and a vet coming to an owner’s home to help them say goodbye. One reviewer also describes being seen in an emergency on a bank holiday.
Ardfert Vet is a small practice where reviewers repeatedly mention being able to get help quickly—especially for urgent issues. Across the latest reviews, owners describe the vet meeting them within about 15 minutes of the initial call for an injured dog, and others note the team “always try to fit you in” when something comes up. People also highlight practical guidance (“helpful, good advice”) and reliability (being there when they say they will be).
Ardfert Vet is a small practice where reviewers repeatedly mention being able to get help quickly—especially for urgent issues. Across the latest reviews, owners describe the vet meeting them within about 15 minutes of the initial call for an injured dog, and others note the team “always try to fit you in” when something comes up. People also highlight practical guidance (“helpful, good advice”) and reliability (being there when they say they will be).
Ark Veterinary Hospital is a companion-animal clinic and hospital offering medical, surgical and dental care for dogs, cats and rabbits, with orthopaedic work (including bone fracture repair) listed on its website. The site also states it conducts one-to-one consultations with a “generous time allocation,” and that it can see emergencies during a stated window (12pm–5pm).
In recent reviews, owners describe getting same-day help for urgent issues (e.g., a dog’s ear problem) and note specific handling approaches for stressed cats—one owner says their cat’s vaccination was done without sedation using gabapentin, with a much better recovery than at previous practices. A minority of reviewers report problems with front-desk manner and empathy during difficult situations, including an owner who felt there was “no sympathy” when their dog died.
Ark Veterinary Hospital is a companion-animal clinic and hospital offering medical, surgical and dental care for dogs, cats and rabbits, with orthopaedic work (including bone fracture repair) listed on its website. The site also states it conducts one-to-one consultations with a “generous time allocation,” and that it can see emergencies during a stated window (12pm–5pm).
In recent reviews, owners describe getting same-day help for urgent issues (e.g., a dog’s ear problem) and note specific handling approaches for stressed cats—one owner says their cat’s vaccination was done without sedation using gabapentin, with a much better recovery than at previous practices. A minority of reviewers report problems with front-desk manner and empathy during difficult situations, including an owner who felt there was “no sympathy” when their dog died.
Publicly available details are very limited for this clinic. The website information available to us did not list any services, facilities, species treated, or emergency arrangements. Google Maps shows a 5.0★ rating from 2 reviews, but no written review content was available to extract specific experiences or examples. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available sources.
Publicly available details are very limited for this clinic. The website information available to us did not list any services, facilities, species treated, or emergency arrangements. Google Maps shows a 5.0★ rating from 2 reviews, but no written review content was available to extract specific experiences or examples. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available sources.
Clashmore Veterinary is a small-animal practice where recent reviewers repeatedly mention calm handling of stressful situations (including euthanasia) and practical support for day-to-day pet care. Owners specifically describe pets being relaxed during a euthanasia appointment, a puppy being “looked after” well, and help getting a dog “ready to move country” with the process described as smooth and reassuring.
Clashmore Veterinary is a small-animal practice where recent reviewers repeatedly mention calm handling of stressful situations (including euthanasia) and practical support for day-to-day pet care. Owners specifically describe pets being relaxed during a euthanasia appointment, a puppy being “looked after” well, and help getting a dog “ready to move country” with the process described as smooth and reassuring.
Atlantic Petcare appears set up for routine small-animal vet care, with reviews describing same-day attention for urgent issues, gentle handling of young pets, and clear explanations during appointments. Owners repeatedly mention being able to get a dog “seen straight away,” vets taking time to answer questions, and pets coming back out “happy and wagging tails” even when owners couldn’t accompany them inside during COVID-related restrictions. Reviews also mention dog grooming on-site and an interest in herbal products.
Atlantic Petcare appears set up for routine small-animal vet care, with reviews describing same-day attention for urgent issues, gentle handling of young pets, and clear explanations during appointments. Owners repeatedly mention being able to get a dog “seen straight away,” vets taking time to answer questions, and pets coming back out “happy and wagging tails” even when owners couldn’t accompany them inside during COVID-related restrictions. Reviews also mention dog grooming on-site and an interest in herbal products.
Holmes Veterinary is part of Holmes Veterinary Group, established in 2002, with a team of 7 staff including 3 vets (the website states 55 years of combined veterinary experience across the vets). The clinic positions itself for both companion animal and equine work, with specific cat-focused facilities including a cat-only exam room and separate isolation facilities, and it states it is rated “Gold Standard for cat care.”
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe
- •Cat handling designed to reduce stress, including giving breaks during the exam and not overwhelming the cat.
- •Responsiveness to urgent problems by phone (one owner describes calling after a weekend cat attack, being advised to come in, and the cat recovering well after treatment).
- •A notable disagreement in experience around recommended procedures/surgery: one reviewer felt multiple procedures (including an “urgent” one involving surgery) were advised for an elderly dog, but a second opinion addressed the issues without surgery.
Holmes Veterinary is part of Holmes Veterinary Group, established in 2002, with a team of 7 staff including 3 vets (the website states 55 years of combined veterinary experience across the vets). The clinic positions itself for both companion animal and equine work, with specific cat-focused facilities including a cat-only exam room and separate isolation facilities, and it states it is rated “Gold Standard for cat care.”
From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe
- •Cat handling designed to reduce stress, including giving breaks during the exam and not overwhelming the cat.
- •Responsiveness to urgent problems by phone (one owner describes calling after a weekend cat attack, being advised to come in, and the cat recovering well after treatment).
- •A notable disagreement in experience around recommended procedures/surgery: one reviewer felt multiple procedures (including an “urgent” one involving surgery) were advised for an elderly dog, but a second opinion addressed the issues without surgery.
Hurley’s Veterinary Hospital appears to operate as an independent practice (no corporate group mentioned in the provided data) and is frequently used for urgent, out-of-hours care, including overnight stays. Reviews describe emergency scenarios such as chocolate ingestion, seizures in the night, and severe illness requiring surgery and extended hospitalisation (one case mentions a two-week stay). A recurring operational detail in reviews is that updates may be provided remotely (photos/videos via WhatsApp are mentioned), and one reviewer alleges pets were monitored by camera when left alone.
Owners’ experiences are sharply split: several reviews describe rapid response and intensive care in emergencies, while others report very high fees, disagreements about necessity of treatment, and difficult interactions around payment/receipts.
Hurley’s Veterinary Hospital appears to operate as an independent practice (no corporate group mentioned in the provided data) and is frequently used for urgent, out-of-hours care, including overnight stays. Reviews describe emergency scenarios such as chocolate ingestion, seizures in the night, and severe illness requiring surgery and extended hospitalisation (one case mentions a two-week stay). A recurring operational detail in reviews is that updates may be provided remotely (photos/videos via WhatsApp are mentioned), and one reviewer alleges pets were monitored by camera when left alone.
Owners’ experiences are sharply split: several reviews describe rapid response and intensive care in emergencies, while others report very high fees, disagreements about necessity of treatment, and difficult interactions around payment/receipts.