Best Vets in Antrim

Glengormley Vets describes itself as a family-run, independent clinic that aims to work “free of any protocols or procedures” so it can offer what it calls impartial advice, with a stated holistic approach. The clinic appears set up for routine preventative care (vaccinations, puppy/kitten packs, microchipping) as well as diagnostics and surgery, with on-site digital x-ray, ultrasound and in-house blood analysers listed. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention being fitted in quickly for urgent problems—examples include being seen within an hour for a cat and being told to come in 15 minutes before closing when worried about a dog. Other specific experiences mentioned include support around euthanasia (including a condolence card) and a successful knee/ligament operation with aftercare guidance.

Ballymena Pet Vets describes itself as an independent veterinary practice established September 2019, and it says it is one of the few practices that openly publishes its prices on its website. Based on its own service list, it’s set up for routine care (vaccinations, consultations, parasite prevention, microchipping), common procedures (neutering, dental treatment), and emergency care. From the latest reviews, owners most often mention: - Clear communication (including from “emails to appointment”) and vets who explain things in an “informative” way. - Dogs being handled in a way that leaves them comfortable enough to return excited after previous procedures (one owner describes this as their “absolute testament” of the clinic’s handling). - A serious negative account alleging delayed surgery and unnecessary medication costs—which conflicts with the predominantly positive experiences described elsewhere.

Flynn Vets Commons Brae is part of the Flynn Vets group and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe a practice that handles both routine support and more complex cases, with multiple examples of surgery and structured aftercare: TPLO surgery with follow-up “via the pet smart app,” eye-ulcer surgery with healing reported afterwards, and a splenic tumour removal done after a second-opinion consult. Several owners also describe end-of-life care, including pain relief to allow time at home before euthanasia, plus keepsakes (paw prints and a hair cutting) and a sympathy card sent later.

Stormont Veterinary Clinic is part of the Garden Lodge Veterinary Clinic group (as shown on the clinic website and email domain). The clinic is set up for routine preventive care and urgent, same-day issues—reviews describe getting an appointment within 45 minutes for an injured paw, with the problem dealt with quickly. Owners also mention annual “head-to-tail” health checks with vaccinations/injections, clear explanations of findings and medication, and staff taking time with very nervous dogs so the visit is less stressful.

Belfast PDSA Pet Hospital is part of the PDSA network and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews most often describe help with very unwell dogs, including surgery and end-of-life support. Concrete examples mentioned include next-day booking for a dog that suddenly seemed unwell, surgery that owners say helped their dog recover, and staff support during euthanasia for a long-term patient.

Fenaghy Vets Clinic runs more than one practice site and offers routine care alongside urgent support (the website states emergency care is available, but doesn’t give details). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. In the latest reviews, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations during appointments (questions answered; being kept informed) and follow-up after procedures—one owner describes a next-day phone call after rabbit neutering to check recovery and invite questions. Several reviews also describe the team’s support during serious illness, including a recent cancer diagnosis and end-of-life care.

Glenburn Veterinary Surgeons is a group of three veterinary practices (as described on its website). The clinic is set up for routine small‑animal care (cats, dogs and other small animals) as well as urgent presentations: recent reviews describe being seen quickly for weekend emergencies, with diagnostics such as X‑rays used for a painful cat. The website also flags preventative care options via a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. Owners’ experiences in reviews are mostly positive about access and handling—getting appointments when needed, a “large reception area,” and staff taking time to keep a first visit low‑stress for a nervous dog—but there are also sharply negative accounts around cost and being asked to pay before treatment, and one detailed complaint about a rushed/unsupported diagnosis with no tests offered.

Flynn Vets Balmoral appears to be set up for routine care alongside support for urgent situations and cat boarding, and it’s listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe first vaccinations for puppies, thorough in-consult exams (including staying calm when a dog had an accident in the room), and practical help when an owner phoned with what they considered an emergency—talking them through warning signs and providing a prescription. Several owners also mention a dedicated cat-boarding setup (“The Cat Loft”/“cat hotel”), with staff giving updates during longer stays.

Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the information available to us. Based on the latest reviews, Caddy Veterinary Clinic appears set up for general day-to-day pet care, with multiple owners mentioning same-day appointments, thorough consultations, and prescriptions that improved symptoms within days. Reviews also repeatedly mention the team being friendly, efficient, and empathetic during visits.

Companion Care (Belfast) Ltd trades as Vets4Pets and describes itself as a locally owned practice (opened in 2013) with an in-house lab, diagnostic imaging (including digital X‑ray, ultrasound, and dental X‑ray), an operating theatre, and an isolation unit. It also states it is a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest written reviews available to us, owners most often mention thorough appointments with clear explanations, and up-front discussion of costs (including being told when tests may not be needed). There are also negative reports describing being kept waiting for up to an hour and one complaint that a non-registered dog wasn’t seen on a Saturday.