Dog & Cat Vets in Tralee

## Summary 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. ## Services Based on the clinic website summary and what’s described in reviews, services/capabilities mentioned include: - **Companion animal care**, with cat-specific provisions: - **Cat-only exam room** - **Separate isolation facilities** for sick pets - The hospital/staff are stated to be rated **Gold Standard for cat care** - **Equine services**, including: - **Sports medicine** - **Ambulatory practice** - **Internal medicine & cardiology** - **Pre-purchase examinations** - **Blood samples** - **Stud medicine** - **Grooming** (the website describes dog grooming services) - **Treatment for injuries/urgent issues** is mentioned in reviews (e.g., a cat treated after being attacked by another cat). ## People - **Dr. Holmes**: Mentioned in a review as taking a phone call about an injured cat, advising the owner to come in, and treating the cat successfully (“recovered fantastically”). - **Danny**: Mentioned by multiple reviewers. One reviewer describes him as “a nice man” but advises getting a second opinion after being advised to consider several procedures including urgent surgery for an elderly dog; another reviewer says they have “complete trust” in Danny’s assessment, treatment, and problem-solving for their own dogs and foster dogs with varied issues. - **Reception team**: One reviewer specifically highlights a **friendly receptionist** with “excellent customer service skills.” - **Cat-focused handling**: A reviewer describes the vet giving their cat **breaks and pets between exams** to keep the cat at ease, and being “up-to-date on the latest science and medical treatments” (as perceived by the owner). ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 43 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Cat-friendly visits are described in concrete terms**, including taking time, giving breaks, and avoiding overwhelming the cat during exams. - **Urgent support is mentioned**, including phone advice followed by in-clinic treatment for a cat attack with a good recovery. - **Mixed experiences on clinical recommendations**, with one reviewer reporting being advised to consider multiple procedures including urgent surgery for an elderly dog, while saying a second opinion resolved the issues without surgery. - **Trust and repeat use for complex dog cases** is also described by another reviewer, including foster dogs presenting “every issue under the sun.”

## Summary 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. ## Services From the clinic website summary, services mentioned include: - **Preventative care for dogs and cats** - Vaccinations (dogs and cats) - Microchipping (dogs and cats) - **Neutering** (dogs and cats) - **Pregnancy advice** (dogs and cats) - **Nutrition advice** (dogs) - **Pet insurance guidance** (dogs and cats) - **Farm animal health care**, including a **24-hour farm animal veterinary service** (as stated on the website) - **Laser therapy** (facility listed on the website) From the latest reviews available to us, additional services/case types referenced include: - **Emergency presentations** (dog brought in as an emergency) - **Surgery and aftercare** following a dog’s accident involving a car - Assessment/treatment for mobility problems (dog “not wanting to walk”) - Care for a **guinea pig** that became seriously unwell ## People Named team members mentioned in reviews: - **Eugene** (role not stated): described as welcoming; one reviewer highlights being put at ease when their pet “is dealing with an issue.” - **Brid** (vet): specifically thanked for treating a dog while the owner was travelling, with staff helping from appointment booking through to care. - **Freda** (role not stated): described as professional and informative during care for a very sick guinea pig. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 296 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - Owners describe support through high-stress situations, including **communication and reassurance** around a dog’s accident, **surgery**, and after-treatment. - **Emergency help** is specifically mentioned (bringing a dog in urgently and finding staff helpful). - Multiple reviews mention the **way staff interact with pets**, including dogs being enthusiastically greeted during check-ups. - Reviewers mention staff being **informative** (notably in an exotic pet case involving a guinea pig), even when the outcome was poor due to the animal being very unwell.

## Summary 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. ## Services - Small-animal veterinary care (dogs, cats, rabbits, hamsters). - Diagnostic testing: blood tests with results reported “within half an hour” (as described by one reviewer). - Surgery: spaying is specifically mentioned. - Assessment/consultations for acute issues (example: a dog’s eye tearing/possible infection, with a same-day appointment mentioned). - End-of-life care support is described in one review (vet attending out of hours and helping the owner through decisions). ## People - **Peter (vet)**: Mentioned across multiple reviews for taking time to explain options and what’s happening in detail; one owner describes him coming in out of hours at a weekend when their dog deteriorated and supporting them through end-of-life decisions. Another review mentions a reassuring physical assessment and rapid turnaround on blood results. - **Niamh**: Described as having a “superb way with all the animals,” with a comment that dogs “aren’t stressed.” - **Chloe & Claire (front desk/greeting)**: Specifically thanked for welcoming pets (“to greet the ‘boys’”), with reception also described as “lovely” in another review. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 235 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Fast access when something seems urgent (example: appointment offered within ~20 minutes on a Saturday for an eye concern). - Clear, detailed communication during appointments and at discharge (owners mention being talked through everything and not feeling rushed). - Support in difficult situations, including out-of-hours help and end-of-life care (one owner describes the vet coming in on a weekend and guiding decisions with empathy). - Practical signals about the setting and visit experience: the clinic is described as clean, and some owners say their dogs are not stressed and even show “no fear” of visits (including a rescue dog). - Pricing is mentioned only in general terms in reviews (“fair,” “more than reasonable,” “didn’t overcharge”) without specific amounts.

## Summary 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. ## Services Based on the written reviews available: - **Euthanasia support**: one owner describes compassionate, professional help through euthanasia, noting their dog stayed relaxed with no anxiety during the appointment. - **Small-animal care**: explicitly mentioned for **cats** and **dogs** (including a **Doberman puppy**). - **Preparation for pet travel/relocation**: one reviewer says the clinic helped get their dog ready to move country and guided them through the process (specific requirements aren’t detailed in the review). ## People - **Aisling/Ashling** (role not stated): mentioned by name in multiple reviews. Owners describe her as personable and professional, with specific examples including: - guiding an owner through euthanasia in a way that kept the dog calm and reduced anxiety - helping another owner prepare their dog to move country, making the process feel smooth and reassuring ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 37 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - Euthanasia support is described as calm and well-managed, with one owner highlighting that their dog was relaxed and showed no anxiety during the process. - Multiple reviewers emphasise knowledge/professionalism (e.g., “very professional, big knowledge”). - Good handling of different pets is mentioned (cats, dogs, and a young puppy). - One review notes help with getting a dog ready to move country and calls the prices “very reasonable” (no specific prices are provided).

## Summary 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). ## Services Based on what owners describe in reviews, the clinic appears set up for: - **Urgent/short-notice appointments**, including seeing an injured dog quickly after a call. - **General veterinary care and advice** for routine and problem visits (“solid advice”, questions answered). - **Care for dogs and cats** (owners mention bringing multiple dogs and a cat). ## People - **Stan (vet)**: Mentioned multiple times for rapid response to an urgent injury (meeting within ~15 minutes of the initial call) and for clear, helpful advice. - **Tom**: Named alongside Stan; one reviewer highlights both for experience “showing” in practice, including making quick appointments for emergencies and providing “solid advice.” ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 21 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - **Fast help when it matters:** several reviewers mention being fit in quickly; one describes being met within about 15 minutes after calling about an injured dog. - **Advice and explanations:** owners note helpful guidance and that questions get answered. - **Reliability and follow-through:** one reviewer specifically mentions the vet being there when he says he will be. - **Value is mentioned, but without figures:** one longer review says pricing is “very competitive,” without specific amounts.