There are 7 veterinary clinics listed for Dog & Cat vets in Carlow.
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Boggan Veterinary appears to be a small practice offering consultations by appointment (per the clinic website) and out-of-hours/emergency contact (also stated on the website). Reviews repeatedly describe continuity of care over multiple years for the same dog and note help in urgent situations—one owner mentions being seen late on a Sunday night for their dog. Another review describes practical handling for anxious pets: a dog that was “terrified going to vets and small rooms” was seen outside so the exam could be done calmly, including a head-to-toe check.
Boggan Veterinary appears to be a small practice offering consultations by appointment (per the clinic website) and out-of-hours/emergency contact (also stated on the website). Reviews repeatedly describe continuity of care over multiple years for the same dog and note help in urgent situations—one owner mentions being seen late on a Sunday night for their dog. Another review describes practical handling for anxious pets: a dog that was “terrified going to vets and small rooms” was seen outside so the exam could be done calmly, including a head-to-toe check.
St Francis Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice that, in the latest reviews available to us, is repeatedly described as responsive with clear communication and follow-up after treatment. Owners mention pets being seen promptly at appointments, vets explaining what they’re doing “in layman’s terms,” and a follow-up phone call to check recovery after a procedure/treatment. One review also highlights the clinic providing low-cost euthanasia for a disabled, very sick stray cat when the owner felt other clinics quoted much higher fees.
St Francis Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice that, in the latest reviews available to us, is repeatedly described as responsive with clear communication and follow-up after treatment. Owners mention pets being seen promptly at appointments, vets explaining what they’re doing “in layman’s terms,” and a follow-up phone call to check recovery after a procedure/treatment. One review also highlights the clinic providing low-cost euthanasia for a disabled, very sick stray cat when the owner felt other clinics quoted much higher fees.
Tullow Vet appears to be a small practice (no corporate group affiliation is stated in the available information) where repeat clients specifically seek out named clinicians for long-term care. Reviews describe both routine appointments (yearly vaccinations) and more complex or urgent situations—such as a very unwell cat seen “straight away,” and a female dog with a “complicated hormonal issue” that required correct assessment and treatment.
Concrete details mentioned by reviewers include
- •Same-day help in a “panic” call, with treatment options discussed before proceeding.
- •Medications dispensed with instructions after an urgent consult.
- •Surgical neutering/castration for a cat, with the owner noting healing went smoothly.
- •Thorough examinations and diagnostics/clinical judgement cited for complicated cases.
Tullow Vet appears to be a small practice (no corporate group affiliation is stated in the available information) where repeat clients specifically seek out named clinicians for long-term care. Reviews describe both routine appointments (yearly vaccinations) and more complex or urgent situations—such as a very unwell cat seen “straight away,” and a female dog with a “complicated hormonal issue” that required correct assessment and treatment.
Concrete details mentioned by reviewers include
- •Same-day help in a “panic” call, with treatment options discussed before proceeding.
- •Medications dispensed with instructions after an urgent consult.
- •Surgical neutering/castration for a cat, with the owner noting healing went smoothly.
- •Thorough examinations and diagnostics/clinical judgement cited for complicated cases.
Barrowvale Veterinary Clinic is described by reviewers as a practice that handles ongoing medical treatment as well as surgical cases, with an emphasis on explaining what’s happening and checking risks beforehand. People mention staff making themselves available on public holidays (one review cites help on St Stephen’s Day), doing pre-surgery blood tests and other checks, and keeping owners informed “every step of the way.” Several reviews also highlight gentle handling for anxious pets and support during more serious treatment journeys.
Barrowvale Veterinary Clinic is described by reviewers as a practice that handles ongoing medical treatment as well as surgical cases, with an emphasis on explaining what’s happening and checking risks beforehand. People mention staff making themselves available on public holidays (one review cites help on St Stephen’s Day), doing pre-surgery blood tests and other checks, and keeping owners informed “every step of the way.” Several reviews also highlight gentle handling for anxious pets and support during more serious treatment journeys.
Oaklawns Veterinary Surgery offers both large- and small-animal veterinary services and has been operating for 25+ years (per its website). Reviews most often describe help with urgent illness in dogs (including a puppy that “licked up something dodgy” and was treated as life-threatening), routine care like vaccinations, and longer-running problems such as skin issues that improved over time with ongoing treatment. Owners also mention supportive end-of-life arrangements, including organising a private crematorium and providing a paw print and death certificate.
Oaklawns Veterinary Surgery offers both large- and small-animal veterinary services and has been operating for 25+ years (per its website). Reviews most often describe help with urgent illness in dogs (including a puppy that “licked up something dodgy” and was treated as life-threatening), routine care like vaccinations, and longer-running problems such as skin issues that improved over time with ongoing treatment. Owners also mention supportive end-of-life arrangements, including organising a private crematorium and providing a paw print and death certificate.
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Vet & Pet is a small animal veterinary clinic (no corporate/group ownership is stated in the available information). From the details in reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care as well as more sensitive, end-of-life support. Owners specifically mention a second vaccination visit for multiple puppies, guidance on administering ear medication at home, and compassionate support during a euthanasia appointment—described as caring “from the first phone call to when we left.” One review also notes the examination room layout could be improved.
Vet & Pet is a small animal veterinary clinic (no corporate/group ownership is stated in the available information). From the details in reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care as well as more sensitive, end-of-life support. Owners specifically mention a second vaccination visit for multiple puppies, guidance on administering ear medication at home, and compassionate support during a euthanasia appointment—described as caring “from the first phone call to when we left.” One review also notes the examination room layout could be improved.
Vetcare Carlow is part of the Vet Care group (described on its website as four Vet Care practices) and offers consultations as part of a Pet Health Club® Plus plan. Reviews repeatedly describe the team taking on urgent problems that other clinics turned away, including an “emergency matter” for an injured dog where owners say it was “no hassle” to be seen. Owners also mention dental care (with pets coming home “in great form” with “lovely clean teeth”) and practical handling for difficult appointments—such as vaccinating a reactive dog outside to keep them more comfortable. One review also notes the clinic is spacious and “well-supplied with pet products.”
Vetcare Carlow is part of the Vet Care group (described on its website as four Vet Care practices) and offers consultations as part of a Pet Health Club® Plus plan. Reviews repeatedly describe the team taking on urgent problems that other clinics turned away, including an “emergency matter” for an injured dog where owners say it was “no hassle” to be seen. Owners also mention dental care (with pets coming home “in great form” with “lovely clean teeth”) and practical handling for difficult appointments—such as vaccinating a reactive dog outside to keep them more comfortable. One review also notes the clinic is spacious and “well-supplied with pet products.”