Featured Clinic Overview
## Summary Armagh Vet Station is an independently owned, family-run veterinary clinic that says it invests in advanced diagnostics and tailored care plans. Recent reviews consistently mention fast access when a pet is unwell (including being fitted in the same evening after a phone call), a notably calm clinic atmosphere for nervous animals, and vets who take time to explain options and answer questions. Vaccinations and end-of-life care are specifically referenced in owner experiences. ## Services - General consultations for sick pets, including owners describing being seen quickly when their dog needed attention. - Vaccinations for dogs (multiple reviews mention vaccine appointments and general health guidance given at the visit). - Treatment for ongoing/acute conditions, with owners noting clear instructions on what to do at home to treat a pet’s condition. - Euthanasia/end-of-life care, including owners describing a gentle process and being given private time afterwards. - Diagnostics (clinic-stated): the practice states it invests in “advanced diagnostics,” but specific tests/equipment aren’t listed in the information provided. ## People - Laura (vet) is repeatedly named for clear, honest explanations and listening to owners, with one cat owner describing her as knowledgeable and considerate of how they were feeling during the appointment. - Aideen/Aileen and Joanne are mentioned for patience with a frightened dog, with the visit described as smooth and helped by the clinic’s calm environment. - Reception team is mentioned for being helpful and decisive about fitting in an unwell pet, rather than delaying to “check for an appointment.” ## Reviews 5.0 stars from 144 reviews. The themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us. - Fast appointment access when pets are sick, including being fitted in later the same day after a phone call. - Support for anxious or fearful pets, with owners describing a calm environment and staff taking time and patience so pets leave less scared. - Clear explanations and realistic advice, including answering lots of questions and giving step-by-step guidance for home care. - End-of-life care handled gently, including owners noting staff spoke to their pet calmly, the passing was peaceful, and they were offered private time afterwards. - Pricing is described as “reasonable”/“doesn’t cost a fortune” by some reviewers, but no specific fees are stated.
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VetOrtho Referrals is a referral clinic focused on orthopaedic and spinal surgery for cats and dogs (the website describes it as a “100% Orthopaedic Vet focused Referral Service”). The site highlights qualifications including an RCVS Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and RCVS recognised Advanced Veterinary Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery (small animal surgery). From reviews, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations before/around surgery, updates during operations, and rapid help for urgent injuries—including a report of a cat hit by a car being seen promptly and a vet waiting to treat the cat. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.
VetOrtho Referrals is a referral clinic focused on orthopaedic and spinal surgery for cats and dogs (the website describes it as a “100% Orthopaedic Vet focused Referral Service”). The site highlights qualifications including an RCVS Certificate in Small Animal Surgery and RCVS recognised Advanced Veterinary Practitioner in Small Animal Surgery (small animal surgery). From reviews, owners repeatedly mention clear explanations before/around surgery, updates during operations, and rapid help for urgent injuries—including a report of a cat hit by a car being seen promptly and a vet waiting to treat the cat. The clinic is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility.
Lagan Valley Vets Ltd is a small-animal veterinary practice (owners mention dogs) with an emergency contact option described in reviews. Recent feedback highlights very fast out-of-hours response (an emergency call answered immediately and an examination arranged within an hour) and support with difficult end-of-life situations (one owner described their dog’s final visit as “peaceful”). There are also conflicting reports about cost transparency and bedside manner: one reviewer says they were not told about a £35 fee in advance and felt the consultation was brief, while another describes a distressing experience when collecting ashes, including a payment mix-up and staff they felt were insensitive.
Lagan Valley Vets Ltd is a small-animal veterinary practice (owners mention dogs) with an emergency contact option described in reviews. Recent feedback highlights very fast out-of-hours response (an emergency call answered immediately and an examination arranged within an hour) and support with difficult end-of-life situations (one owner described their dog’s final visit as “peaceful”). There are also conflicting reports about cost transparency and bedside manner: one reviewer says they were not told about a £35 fee in advance and felt the consultation was brief, while another describes a distressing experience when collecting ashes, including a payment mix-up and staff they felt were insensitive.
Lurgan Veterinary Clinic provides care for both pets and farm animals, with services listed on its website covering routine work (vaccinations, neutering, microchipping, teeth assessments) and emergency treatment. Reviews commonly mention a friendly, helpful reception team and vets who handle animals gently and keep them comfortable during visits. One recent review strongly disputes the clinic’s decision-making and communication around a dog’s end-of-life care, saying few options were explained and empathy was lacking, while many other reviewers describe long-term positive experiences over multiple years.
Lurgan Veterinary Clinic provides care for both pets and farm animals, with services listed on its website covering routine work (vaccinations, neutering, microchipping, teeth assessments) and emergency treatment. Reviews commonly mention a friendly, helpful reception team and vets who handle animals gently and keep them comfortable during visits. One recent review strongly disputes the clinic’s decision-making and communication around a dog’s end-of-life care, saying few options were explained and empathy was lacking, while many other reviewers describe long-term positive experiences over multiple years.
Willow Veterinary Group Ltd
Craigavon
Our Score (73/100)
Willow Veterinary Group Ltd offers a mix of pet and farm veterinary work, with services listed by the clinic including hospitalisation, microchipping, parasite treatments, prescriptions and pet passports. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe both routine and urgent care: one owner got an appointment within 2 hours for a sick puppy (despite not being registered yet), and another describes a vet stitching a cat’s leg wound. Feedback is mixed on the front desk and on surgery—some owners describe supportive end-of-life care, while others report rudeness over the phone and a serious complaint about a cherry eye operation.
Willow Veterinary Group Ltd offers a mix of pet and farm veterinary work, with services listed by the clinic including hospitalisation, microchipping, parasite treatments, prescriptions and pet passports. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe both routine and urgent care: one owner got an appointment within 2 hours for a sick puppy (despite not being registered yet), and another describes a vet stitching a cat’s leg wound. Feedback is mixed on the front desk and on surgery—some owners describe supportive end-of-life care, while others report rudeness over the phone and a serious complaint about a cherry eye operation.
Willow Veterinary Group Ltd is a general veterinary practice offering routine preventative care alongside in-practice treatment and minor procedures (including wound stitching and cherry eye surgery mentioned in reviews). Owners describe being able to get seen quickly for an unwell puppy (“appointment within 2 hours”) and mention late-night availability. Reviews also include a serious complaint about a cherry eye operation (described as incorrectly stitched, leading to an abscess and additional check-up cost) alongside multiple accounts of compassionate support for very ill pets and end-of-life care. Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the information provided.
Willow Veterinary Group Ltd is a general veterinary practice offering routine preventative care alongside in-practice treatment and minor procedures (including wound stitching and cherry eye surgery mentioned in reviews). Owners describe being able to get seen quickly for an unwell puppy (“appointment within 2 hours”) and mention late-night availability. Reviews also include a serious complaint about a cherry eye operation (described as incorrectly stitched, leading to an abscess and additional check-up cost) alongside multiple accounts of compassionate support for very ill pets and end-of-life care. Ownership/group affiliation isn’t stated in the information provided.
Our Score (71/100)
Affinity Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a new practice with an experienced team (the website doesn’t state whether it’s independent or part of a larger group). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention: - Preventive care and early-life support: discussions about a “puppy pack”, vaccinations, and general puppy feeding/meal advice. - Unrushed consults and clear explanations: multiple reviewers describe vets taking time to listen, explain options, and talk through what to watch for (including breed-related points). - Support for anxious/nervous pets: examples include a vet getting down to a dog’s level and taking time to help a nervous dog settle. - A clinic environment described as clean, modern, and calming, with easy parking mentioned in reviews and on the website.
Affinity Veterinary Clinic describes itself as a new practice with an experienced team (the website doesn’t state whether it’s independent or part of a larger group). It’s also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews available to us, owners most often mention: - Preventive care and early-life support: discussions about a “puppy pack”, vaccinations, and general puppy feeding/meal advice. - Unrushed consults and clear explanations: multiple reviewers describe vets taking time to listen, explain options, and talk through what to watch for (including breed-related points). - Support for anxious/nervous pets: examples include a vet getting down to a dog’s level and taking time to help a nervous dog settle. - A clinic environment described as clean, modern, and calming, with easy parking mentioned in reviews and on the website.
Greenmount Veterinary Clinic
Portadown
Our Score (70/100)
Greenmount Veterinary Clinic is set up for both routine care (annual boosters are mentioned) and more complex cases (a review describes spinal surgery with an alternative approach that avoided MRI costs). Recent reviews also highlight end-of-life support, with multiple owners naming staff who helped them say goodbye and mentioning small touches like a sympathy card. Feedback is mixed on front-desk experience and price consistency: one owner reports being quoted £120 for a dental clean and later being told £218 for the same procedure, while another review describes being ignored at reception. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Support during euthanasia for a cat, with named team members involved (Orla and Chloe). - A spinal surgery case where the vet “saved… over £2k in MRI fees,” with a reported quick recovery. - Dental cleaning being recommended during a booster visit, with a reported quote change (£120 to £218). - A sympathy card sent after a pet’s passing.
Greenmount Veterinary Clinic is set up for both routine care (annual boosters are mentioned) and more complex cases (a review describes spinal surgery with an alternative approach that avoided MRI costs). Recent reviews also highlight end-of-life support, with multiple owners naming staff who helped them say goodbye and mentioning small touches like a sympathy card. Feedback is mixed on front-desk experience and price consistency: one owner reports being quoted £120 for a dental clean and later being told £218 for the same procedure, while another review describes being ignored at reception. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Support during euthanasia for a cat, with named team members involved (Orla and Chloe). - A spinal surgery case where the vet “saved… over £2k in MRI fees,” with a reported quick recovery. - Dental cleaning being recommended during a booster visit, with a reported quote change (£120 to £218). - A sympathy card sent after a pet’s passing.
Medivet Lurgan William St – The Town Vet is part of the Medivet group. Recent reviews suggest it handles routine procedures such as spays and also provides end-of-life support; examples mentioned include post-procedure updates (“cuddling my dog”) and bereavement follow-up (a condolence card with a paw print). Owners frequently describe clear explanations from the vet and supportive reception staff, but there are also accounts of stressful communication and billing/discount misunderstandings—most notably around a Cats Protection voucher being said to be accepted when booking, then refused at pickup.
Medivet Lurgan William St – The Town Vet is part of the Medivet group. Recent reviews suggest it handles routine procedures such as spays and also provides end-of-life support; examples mentioned include post-procedure updates (“cuddling my dog”) and bereavement follow-up (a condolence card with a paw print). Owners frequently describe clear explanations from the vet and supportive reception staff, but there are also accounts of stressful communication and billing/discount misunderstandings—most notably around a Cats Protection voucher being said to be accepted when booking, then refused at pickup.
Orchard Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent, four‑vet practice treating companion animals, equine, and farm species, and states it offers a 24‑hour emergency service. Recent reviews mention same/last‑minute appointments, overnight hospitalisation, and surgery, including an emergency C‑section and another case kept in overnight with surgery the next morning. Feedback is mixed: several owners describe urgent care and successful outcomes, while a few 1‑star reviews describe serious concerns about treatment quality and communication during emergencies.
Orchard Veterinary Centre describes itself as an independent, four‑vet practice treating companion animals, equine, and farm species, and states it offers a 24‑hour emergency service. Recent reviews mention same/last‑minute appointments, overnight hospitalisation, and surgery, including an emergency C‑section and another case kept in overnight with surgery the next morning. Feedback is mixed: several owners describe urgent care and successful outcomes, while a few 1‑star reviews describe serious concerns about treatment quality and communication during emergencies.