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Concrete details mentioned by owners include
- •Emergency presentation handled on-site, including support during a rapidly deteriorating condition and time provided for owners to say goodbye afterwards. - Ongoing follow-up and monitoring, with one owner describing thorough follow-up and continued monitoring of a medication regime. - Clear communication of options, including for a guinea pig’s lump removal after it burst.
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Ashwood Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice offering small animal medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic work. Recent reviews repeatedly mention surgical cases with detailed communication, including WhatsApp updates while pets are in surgery, follow-up phone calls from nurses, and even photos sent after procedures. Owners also reference specific procedures such as cruciate ligament surgery, molar extraction, and use of diagnostic imaging (x‑ray/ultrasound) and blood tests.
Ashwood Veterinary Clinic describes itself as an independent, primary-care practice offering small animal medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic work. Recent reviews repeatedly mention surgical cases with detailed communication, including WhatsApp updates while pets are in surgery, follow-up phone calls from nurses, and even photos sent after procedures. Owners also reference specific procedures such as cruciate ligament surgery, molar extraction, and use of diagnostic imaging (x‑ray/ultrasound) and blood tests.
Forestside Veterinary Clinic describes itself on its website as a locally owned, independent practice. Based on reviews, it seems set up for routine preventive care and in-clinic diagnostics, with owners repeatedly mentioning same-day/short-notice appointments, clear explanations of options and costs, and quick turnaround on results (including follow-up calls). Recent examples include a cat seen at short notice for a claw problem and treated within minutes, and another cat who had blood tests and x-rays done the same day, with results phoned through shortly after.
Forestside Veterinary Clinic describes itself on its website as a locally owned, independent practice. Based on reviews, it seems set up for routine preventive care and in-clinic diagnostics, with owners repeatedly mentioning same-day/short-notice appointments, clear explanations of options and costs, and quick turnaround on results (including follow-up calls). Recent examples include a cat seen at short notice for a claw problem and treated within minutes, and another cat who had blood tests and x-rays done the same day, with results phoned through shortly after.
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic
Ballymena
Our Score (83/100)
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic is set up for everyday primary-care work (check-ups, vaccinations/boosters, treating infections) alongside in-clinic procedures such as dental work and surgery. The clinic also states it provides 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad, and it is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Fenaghy Veterinary Clinic is set up for everyday primary-care work (check-ups, vaccinations/boosters, treating infections) alongside in-clinic procedures such as dental work and surgery. The clinic also states it provides 24/7 access to an online vet via Pawsquad, and it is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.
Our Score (83/100)
Species listed on the website: dogs, cats, rabbits.
Species listed on the website: dogs, cats, rabbits.
Clare Veterinary Group
Ballyclare
Our Score (81/100)
Concrete examples owners mention include
- •Fast escalation from assessment to surgery for a suspicious lump, including a same-day Saturday appointment and surgery booked within the week. - Thorough post-operative communication, such as a phone update from the surgeon immediately after theatre and ongoing aftercare planning. - Support with urgent access, including being squeezed in when something unexpected happens and even calling to bring an appointment forward to reduce a dog’s discomfort.
Concrete examples owners mention include
- •Fast escalation from assessment to surgery for a suspicious lump, including a same-day Saturday appointment and surgery booked within the week. - Thorough post-operative communication, such as a phone update from the surgeon immediately after theatre and ongoing aftercare planning. - Support with urgent access, including being squeezed in when something unexpected happens and even calling to bring an appointment forward to reduce a dog’s discomfort.
Our Score (81/100)
Medivet Ballymena Grove Road – Grove Vets is part of the Medivet group. Reviews most often describe a practice geared to routine appointments plus urgent, short-notice problems—such as a dog seen after a fall on a busy Saturday morning and a kitten taken straight in after a phone call. Several owners also mention end-of-life care, describing staff being respectful during euthanasia and, in one case, sending a condolence card afterwards.
Medivet Ballymena Grove Road – Grove Vets is part of the Medivet group. Reviews most often describe a practice geared to routine appointments plus urgent, short-notice problems—such as a dog seen after a fall on a busy Saturday morning and a kitten taken straight in after a phone call. Several owners also mention end-of-life care, describing staff being respectful during euthanasia and, in one case, sending a condolence card afterwards.
Our Score (81/100)
Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic treats dogs, cats and “other family pets,” and says it offers both primary and urgent care. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe a team-based experience (reception, nurses and vets) and mention support for complex, ongoing conditions—one owner describes cancer care “every step… right to the end,” and another highlights detailed, ongoing management for a diabetic dog with clear explanations of the care plan.
Cornerstone Veterinary Clinic treats dogs, cats and “other family pets,” and says it offers both primary and urgent care. It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews repeatedly describe a team-based experience (reception, nurses and vets) and mention support for complex, ongoing conditions—one owner describes cancer care “every step… right to the end,” and another highlights detailed, ongoing management for a diabetic dog with clear explanations of the care plan.
Cavehill Veterinary Clinic is part of the Clare Vet Group and is RCVS-accredited (per the clinic website). Reviews describe a practice that handles everyday problems and minor procedures—examples mentioned include same‑day appointments for itchy/sore ears, assessment and treatment for an eye ulcer, and full examinations for multiple pets with “several small procedures” done in the consult. Experiences appear vet-dependent: several owners describe prompt, helpful care, while one review describes feeling judged during an ulcer visit and concerns about treatment and pricing consistency.
Cavehill Veterinary Clinic is part of the Clare Vet Group and is RCVS-accredited (per the clinic website). Reviews describe a practice that handles everyday problems and minor procedures—examples mentioned include same‑day appointments for itchy/sore ears, assessment and treatment for an eye ulcer, and full examinations for multiple pets with “several small procedures” done in the consult. Experiences appear vet-dependent: several owners describe prompt, helpful care, while one review describes feeling judged during an ulcer visit and concerns about treatment and pricing consistency.
Our Score (79/100)
Firmount Veterinary Clinic is a mixed animal practice (treating companion pets as well as farm and equine animals) with a history on its website dating back to 1940. It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the website, the clinic is set up with consultation rooms, kennels, a theatre/x-ray room, and a large-animal pharmacy; reviews add practical details like separate reception areas for small vs large animals and a step-free, single-level client area.
Firmount Veterinary Clinic is a mixed animal practice (treating companion pets as well as farm and equine animals) with a history on its website dating back to 1940. It’s also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. From the website, the clinic is set up with consultation rooms, kennels, a theatre/x-ray room, and a large-animal pharmacy; reviews add practical details like separate reception areas for small vs large animals and a step-free, single-level client area.