Farm Vets in Cork

Castlelands-Hourihane's Veterinary Clinic is most often described in reviews as a long-term “family vet” for dogs, with owners saying the team remembers pets personally over the years. Recent reviewers highlight flexibility around appointments (including being fitted in when a booking hadn’t been made properly), plus practical preventive care such as vaccinations needed to keep an EU pet passport current. Longer-term clients also mention more complex care, including surgeries and end-of-life support focused on keeping a dog comfortable over her final months.

Corrin Veterinary Clinic is a general veterinary practice where recent reviewers most often describe diagnostic work-ups (X‑rays, blood tests, scans) and treatment plans explained in detail by the vet. Several owners specifically mention access to out-of-hours help (including weekend situations), and one reviewer says the clinic can arrange a home callout if a pet isn’t well enough to travel. Decision-relevant details that come up repeatedly include: phone updates during same-day procedures (e.g., a spay), follow-on explanations of a multi-day treatment plan, and support around end-of-life care (including time to say goodbye and, in one case, an option to be at home for euthanasia).

Riverview Veterinary Clinic Carrigaline is part of the Riverview Veterinary Group (in operation for 80 years). The clinic is set up for both small-animal care and farm-animal work, including its own emergency service for small animals and an ambulatory emergency service for farm animals (per the clinic website). In recent reviews, owners most often mention thorough consultations that listen to concerns, short waits, and practical admin support such as reminders for vaccinations and routine tablets. A minority report a missed issue during a routine visit (a dog’s glands weren’t checked until asked twice, and a lump on an ear wasn’t examined).

Jerry McCarthy Veterinary Clinic lists a broad set of general veterinary services—ranging from routine prevention (vaccinations, worming, microchipping) to in-clinic diagnostics (digital radiographs and ultrasound) and procedures such as neutering and dental care. The website also states the clinic is available 24 hours for emergencies. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often point to practical, decision-relevant experiences: dogs (including very large dogs) being handled in a way that keeps them calm, appointments/bookings described as responsive, and advice described as straightforward—one reviewer specifically notes they weren’t pushed to buy food or products. One detailed review describes a puppy being diagnosed with ear mites and treated, with guidance given on ear cleaning and grooming at home.

Charleville Veterinary Clinic (also referred to in reviews as “Millhouse vets”) is presented via a Facebook page rather than a full clinic website, so most concrete detail comes from client accounts. Reviews describe the clinic handling urgent and emergency presentations for cats and dogs (including a cat in crisis and a dog that had poisoned itself), plus follow-up after treatment. Several reviewers mention compassionate handling during difficult outcomes, and one specifically notes “excellent follow up service.”

The Donkey Sanctuary is a donkey-and-mule welfare organisation (not a general small-animal veterinary clinic) focused on sanctuary care, rehoming, and practical support for owners. The website positions it as a specialist authority on donkey welfare and knowledge-sharing. Recent reviews focus more on the visitor experience than clinical care, with repeated mentions of clearly marked walking routes/trails, staff who explain what they’re doing, and a dog-friendly policy during visits. Practical specifics mentioned include free entry and an “adopt a donkey” option (€25 for one year).

Blackwater Veterinary Clinic is a general veterinary practice (ownership group not stated) that, based on reviews, sees both companion animals and farm animals (dogs and cows are explicitly mentioned). Recent reviewers describe being fit in at short notice when worried about a dog, with the vet “really listen[ing] to every concern” and giving clear feedback/advice. End-of-life care is also specifically described, including support through euthanasia and handling arrangements with a cremation service, with the pet returned afterwards.

Duntahane Veterinary Clinic treats a wide mix of animals (cats, dogs, horses/equines and bovine), and the website notes on-site diagnostic capability including X‑ray, ultrasound, and in-house laboratory testing (biochemistry and haematology). It also references herd health work. Reviewers most often highlight practical things that affect day-to-day care: getting appointments without long waits, a clinic described as “spotless,” and a feeling that treatments aren’t being pushed unnecessarily (“aren’t money-grabbers”). One review describes being seen promptly on a Sunday for two sick kittens, with an emergency consultation fee described as “not too expensive” (no price stated).

The Vet Clinic describes itself as an independently owned practice that uses fear-free techniques. Based on the website and recent reviews, it appears set up for routine preventative care (health checks, vaccinations, microchipping) as well as diagnostics, with owners also mentioning acupuncture and support around end-of-life decisions. Reviewers repeatedly highlight appointments that don’t feel rushed (“Lisa really listens… and takes her time”), and one owner describes being given “all the time in the world” to say goodbye during euthanasia, including help with decision-making.