Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Adare Veterinary Clinic is a mixed farm and companion-animal practice and a member of XLVets Ireland. The website states they run a 24-hour, 365-days-a-year emergency service, and recent reviews include an example of being seen immediately after an out-of-hours call for an emergency with a dog. Owners also mention procedures, clear explanations during treatment, and support around euthanasia—while one reviewer reports a serious issue with an animal passport they say was issued incorrectly. ## Services Services listed on the clinic website include: - Consultations and health checks - Imaging and in-house laboratory work - Surgery, including neutering - Dentistry - Microchipping - Preventative healthcare and parasite control - Pet passports - Pet insurance support (listed as a service) - Euthanasia and cremation - Nutrition - Boarding kennels - Farm-animal work (the practice describes itself as mixed farm and companion animal) Emergency care (as stated on the website): - 24-hour, 365-days-a-year emergency service ## People Named in recent reviews: - Tommy (vet, role implied by context): long-term clients describe returning for many years; one review highlights immediate out-of-hours care during an emergency. - Tadgh (vet, role implied by context): mentioned alongside Tommy as part of ongoing care over many years. - Killian (vet, role implied by context): thanked specifically for help when an owner had to euthanise a 13-year-old cat. Other staff notes from reviews: - Owners mention vets who take time to answer questions, explain what they’re doing while treating the animal, and provide empathetic support around end-of-life decisions. ## Reviews 4.9 stars from 242 reviews. Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Out-of-hours responsiveness: one owner reports calling out of hours for an emergency and being seen immediately. - Communication during treatment: multiple owners mention vets explaining what they’re doing and taking time for questions, with reports of minimal waiting while still feeling unhurried in appointments. - End-of-life care: several reviews describe empathetic handling and support when pets were put to sleep. - Facilities and front-of-house: one review mentions a clean waiting area and friendly staff. - A specific negative incident: one reviewer (posting the same complaint twice) says they were unable to travel due to a faulty animal passport issued by the practice, describing it as a major problem.
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Veterinary Clinic Dooradoyle is described in reviews as a family-run “father and son team,” with multiple owners mentioning Adrian and “Adrian junior.” The clinic appears set up for both routine care and same-day urgent problems: one reviewer says they were seen on five minutes’ notice for a suspected emergency (an allergic reaction), with the room prepared in case treatment was needed, medication given on the spot, and follow-up information provided. Reviews also mention surgical care for cats (two separate cat surgeries referenced by name), plus thorough check-ups that helped pets feel safe and comfortable.
Veterinary Clinic Dooradoyle is described in reviews as a family-run “father and son team,” with multiple owners mentioning Adrian and “Adrian junior.” The clinic appears set up for both routine care and same-day urgent problems: one reviewer says they were seen on five minutes’ notice for a suspected emergency (an allergic reaction), with the room prepared in case treatment was needed, medication given on the spot, and follow-up information provided. Reviews also mention surgical care for cats (two separate cat surgeries referenced by name), plus thorough check-ups that helped pets feel safe and comfortable.
Abbey Veterinary is a vet clinic with a Facebook page as its only accessible web presence in our data (no service list was available from the site). Based on reviews, it appears primarily set up for routine small‑animal care, with multiple long‑term clients mentioning ongoing care “for years” and “wonderful advice” for pets. Reviewers also mention prompt service and a fast call‑out, and one long review specifically highlights clean, welcoming facilities. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, but one reviewer reports a serious concern: an alleged misdiagnosis and a 4‑hour delay in receiving medication records requested after a visit.
Abbey Veterinary is a vet clinic with a Facebook page as its only accessible web presence in our data (no service list was available from the site). Based on reviews, it appears primarily set up for routine small‑animal care, with multiple long‑term clients mentioning ongoing care “for years” and “wonderful advice” for pets. Reviewers also mention prompt service and a fast call‑out, and one long review specifically highlights clean, welcoming facilities. Feedback is overwhelmingly positive, but one reviewer reports a serious concern: an alleged misdiagnosis and a 4‑hour delay in receiving medication records requested after a visit.
John Noonan Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a mixed farm and companion-animal practice and is a member of XLVets Ireland. The clinic lists a wide spread of routine and clinical services (including imaging, laboratory work, surgery, dentistry, and boarding kennels) and states it provides a 24-hour, 365-day emergency service. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being seen quickly (including out-of-hours), vets taking time to answer questions, and support around end-of-life care—alongside a notable complaint about an animal passport allegedly being issued incorrectly. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Out-of-hours emergency care where a dog was “seen immediately” after a call. - Vets explaining treatments as they go during appointments. - Low waiting times while still taking time to talk things through. - Euthanasia support described as empathetic and helpful.
John Noonan Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a mixed farm and companion-animal practice and is a member of XLVets Ireland. The clinic lists a wide spread of routine and clinical services (including imaging, laboratory work, surgery, dentistry, and boarding kennels) and states it provides a 24-hour, 365-day emergency service. In recent reviews, owners repeatedly mention being seen quickly (including out-of-hours), vets taking time to answer questions, and support around end-of-life care—alongside a notable complaint about an animal passport allegedly being issued incorrectly. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Out-of-hours emergency care where a dog was “seen immediately” after a call. - Vets explaining treatments as they go during appointments. - Low waiting times while still taking time to talk things through. - Euthanasia support described as empathetic and helpful.
Bourke Vets is a general veterinary practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). Based on recent reviews, owners most often bring dogs for routine care and common procedures, with specific mentions of same-day appointments, dental work, and castration care. Reviews are mostly very positive about access and attentiveness (one owner describes lots of questions being asked and their dog improving after treatment), but there is also a detailed negative account of a post-castration complication where the owner says the issue wasn’t resolved until a second vet drained a haematoma. Concrete details mentioned by reviewers include: - Same-day appointments being available for a dog needing to see a vet. - A named vet (Conor Sloyan) asking “lots of questions” and giving treatment that led to the dog “running around happily.” - Dental work being done for a dog, with the owner reporting a good recovery and “very reasonable” pricing. - One owner reporting a severe post-castration complication (large scrotal haematoma) and dissatisfaction with how it was managed.
Bourke Vets is a general veterinary practice (no corporate group is mentioned in the available information). Based on recent reviews, owners most often bring dogs for routine care and common procedures, with specific mentions of same-day appointments, dental work, and castration care. Reviews are mostly very positive about access and attentiveness (one owner describes lots of questions being asked and their dog improving after treatment), but there is also a detailed negative account of a post-castration complication where the owner says the issue wasn’t resolved until a second vet drained a haematoma. Concrete details mentioned by reviewers include: - Same-day appointments being available for a dog needing to see a vet. - A named vet (Conor Sloyan) asking “lots of questions” and giving treatment that led to the dog “running around happily.” - Dental work being done for a dog, with the owner reporting a good recovery and “very reasonable” pricing. - One owner reporting a severe post-castration complication (large scrotal haematoma) and dissatisfaction with how it was managed.
Hillside Veterinary Surgery appears to be a small, vet-led practice (no corporate group affiliation is stated in the available information). Based on the latest reviews, it’s set up to handle day-to-day pet healthcare as well as urgent same-day problems: one owner describes being seen on a bank holiday Monday for a dog with a damaged dew claw, and another says they called “a quarter to 6” and were still asked to come in. Owners also repeatedly mention low-stress handling for injections (“pets never notice” and dogs “didn’t even flinch”) and clear explanations of treatment options and likely outcomes.
Hillside Veterinary Surgery appears to be a small, vet-led practice (no corporate group affiliation is stated in the available information). Based on the latest reviews, it’s set up to handle day-to-day pet healthcare as well as urgent same-day problems: one owner describes being seen on a bank holiday Monday for a dog with a damaged dew claw, and another says they called “a quarter to 6” and were still asked to come in. Owners also repeatedly mention low-stress handling for injections (“pets never notice” and dogs “didn’t even flinch”) and clear explanations of treatment options and likely outcomes.
Fealeside Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary practice frequently described in reviews as having “top class facilities,” with multiple owners specifically mentioning in-house blood testing and quick turnaround on results. The written reviews repeatedly name a vet called Billy, with clients saying he can diagnose problems and “get it sorted” for cats and dogs. Pricing is mentioned in general terms as “very reasonably priced,” though no exact fees are given.
Fealeside Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary practice frequently described in reviews as having “top class facilities,” with multiple owners specifically mentioning in-house blood testing and quick turnaround on results. The written reviews repeatedly name a vet called Billy, with clients saying he can diagnose problems and “get it sorted” for cats and dogs. Pricing is mentioned in general terms as “very reasonably priced,” though no exact fees are given.
Mulcair Vet Clinic provides care for both companion animals and large animals, and the website states a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients (24/7, 365 days a year). Based on the services listed, the clinic is set up for routine preventative care (parasite treatment, microchipping, neutering), diagnostic work-ups (X‑ray and ultrasound), and longer-term support such as weight management plans and dental health checks/health care plans. Reviewers most often mention approachable staff and good communication (including office staff), with one long-term client calling out ongoing treatment planning for a pet with “a few health problems.” There are also mixed experiences across species: one review praises the “horse side” while another reports disappointment with a dog case that needed a second vet.
Mulcair Vet Clinic provides care for both companion animals and large animals, and the website states a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients (24/7, 365 days a year). Based on the services listed, the clinic is set up for routine preventative care (parasite treatment, microchipping, neutering), diagnostic work-ups (X‑ray and ultrasound), and longer-term support such as weight management plans and dental health checks/health care plans. Reviewers most often mention approachable staff and good communication (including office staff), with one long-term client calling out ongoing treatment planning for a pet with “a few health problems.” There are also mixed experiences across species: one review praises the “horse side” while another reports disappointment with a dog case that needed a second vet.
Curtin Veterinary is described by reviewers as a long-established, independently run clinic (clients mention using them for “the last 20yrs”). Reviews point to a practice set up for both routine appointments and cases needing procedures/operations, with an in-clinic recovery area (clean, comfortable cages mentioned). Owners repeatedly highlight handling of difficult-to-manage dogs with “patience and skill,” and say they can go in for routine checkups, health concerns, and “friendly advice.” Concrete specifics mentioned: - A “well equipped clinic” with facilities to handle “any pet problem” (as stated by a long-term client). - A dedicated recovery area with cages for pets after treatment or an operation. - Ongoing support across routine checkups and illness/health concerns. - Care for a dog that “isn’t always the easiest patient,” handled patiently each visit.
Curtin Veterinary is described by reviewers as a long-established, independently run clinic (clients mention using them for “the last 20yrs”). Reviews point to a practice set up for both routine appointments and cases needing procedures/operations, with an in-clinic recovery area (clean, comfortable cages mentioned). Owners repeatedly highlight handling of difficult-to-manage dogs with “patience and skill,” and say they can go in for routine checkups, health concerns, and “friendly advice.” Concrete specifics mentioned: - A “well equipped clinic” with facilities to handle “any pet problem” (as stated by a long-term client). - A dedicated recovery area with cages for pets after treatment or an operation. - Ongoing support across routine checkups and illness/health concerns. - Care for a dog that “isn’t always the easiest patient,” handled patiently each visit.
Our Score (64/100)
Dooneen Equine Veterinary Clinic is a first-opinion equine practice founded by Des Barnwell and now led by Sabrina Barnwell. Based on its stated facilities (in-house lab, ultrasound, digital X‑ray) and service list, it appears set up for day‑to‑day horse care as well as on-the-ground decision-making for urgent and performance-related cases (stud work, pre‑purchase exams, and support at race days/events). The latest written reviews available to us are uniformly 5‑star, but most contain very little detail; the few that do mention feeling “at ease” during visits and describe the team as “1st class vets.”
Dooneen Equine Veterinary Clinic is a first-opinion equine practice founded by Des Barnwell and now led by Sabrina Barnwell. Based on its stated facilities (in-house lab, ultrasound, digital X‑ray) and service list, it appears set up for day‑to‑day horse care as well as on-the-ground decision-making for urgent and performance-related cases (stud work, pre‑purchase exams, and support at race days/events). The latest written reviews available to us are uniformly 5‑star, but most contain very little detail; the few that do mention feeling “at ease” during visits and describe the team as “1st class vets.”