Dog & Cat Vets in Kinsale

## Summary Riverview Veterinary Clinic Kinsale is part of the **Riverview Veterinary Group** (the group says it has been operating for **80 years** and runs multiple clinics). The website states the clinic provides **its own emergency service for small animals** and an **ambulatory emergency service for farm animals**. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe: - **Clear, patient explanations during consults**, including accommodating a client who said their English “isn’t very good.” - **Support with nervous dogs**, with multiple owners saying their dogs were put at ease. - **Compassionate end-of-life care**, including a review describing a pet “crossed the rainbow bridge” under the clinic’s care. ## Services - **Small-animal veterinary care** (dogs and cats are explicitly mentioned in reviews). - **Emergency care (as stated by the clinic website):** - The clinic provides **its own emergency service for small animals**. - **Ambulatory emergency service for farm animals**. ## People - **Brian**: Mentioned by name in reviews for taking time to **explain things clearly and patiently**, including for a client who felt reassured despite a language barrier. - **Fiona**: Mentioned by name alongside Brian; described as **caring and compassionate**. - **Wider team**: Repeatedly described as **helpful and welcoming**, with reviews noting staff handled **nervous dogs** gently and provided **advice** owners found useful. ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 69 reviews.** Many recent reviews focus on communication, handling anxious pets, and compassionate support. “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **Explanations and communication:** owners say vets explain things clearly and patiently. - **Handling nervous pets:** multiple reviews mention nervous dogs being put at ease and treated with kindness. - **Compassion in difficult moments:** one review specifically mentions supportive care at the time of a pet’s death. - **Long-term loyalty:** reviewers mention attending for **8+ years** and **10+ years**, and not wanting to go elsewhere.

## Summary Glasslyn Veterinary Clinic describes itself as one of the largest veterinary practices in Ireland, with ten full-time vets, farm-animal and companion-animal care, and “state-of-the-art facilities” across two clinics. The website lists capabilities including in-house diagnostics (X-ray and lab), surgery and hospitalisation, plus cardiology diagnostics. Reviews (4.9★ average) most often mention easy scheduling, staff kindness with pets (cats and dogs specifically referenced), and individual team members being singled out for their handling and support. Concrete points owners mention or the clinic states: - Emergency care is offered (the clinic provides a dedicated emergency contact number). - Diagnostics include X-rays and an in-house laboratory (per the clinic website). - Owners repeatedly name “Denise” as excellent with a cat, and one review also praises “Holly” (a nurse) for dedication. ## Services From the clinic website: - Consultations - Surgery and hospitalisation - Diagnostics, including **X-rays** and **in-house laboratory services** - Dental care - Cardiology diagnostics - Pet vaccinations - Microchipping - Puppy and kitten checks - Acupuncture - Grooming - Care for **farm animals** and **companion animals** (dogs and cats specifically listed) From reviews: - Pet retail items are mentioned (food and supplies such as toys and shampoo). Emergency care: - The clinic states emergency care is available via a specific emergency contact number (no further details provided). ## People - **Denise** (role not stated): mentioned in multiple reviews as “brilliant” with a cat, described as positive and kind; another review says she looked after a pet “as if one of her own.” - **Holly** (nurse): described as “so dedicated to the patients.” - **Reception team member** (name not given): one reviewer highlights a warm welcome and understanding. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 34 reviews.** The Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - **Staff kindness and compassion** is a recurring point, including comments about going “above and beyond” and being “incredible with all animals.” - **Handling of specific pets:** multiple reviews call out great care for a cat (with Denise named) and positive experiences with a dog. - **Practical experience:** “scheduling is a breeze” is specifically mentioned. - **Value for money:** one reviewer describes the care as “high quality” and “very affordable” (no prices given).