Best Vets in Northern Ireland

Firmount Veterinary Clinic in Antrim is a mixed animal practice treating companion pets as well as farm and equine animals, with a history on its website dating back to 1940. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic’s website describes consultation rooms, kennels, a theatre/x-ray room and a large-animal pharmacy, while reviews also mention separate reception areas for small and large animals and a step-free, single-level client area.

Rathgael Veterinary Clinic in Bangor offers routine veterinary care alongside dental treatment and emergency cover, and it also operates as a veterinary nurse training facility. The practice is listed as an IVC Evidensia Positive Pawprint Partner, and its website promotes the Pet Health Club® plan. Recent feedback is strongly positive overall, with owners often highlighting a friendly welcome, helpful staff, and clear explanations.

Ashwood Veterinary Clinic presents itself as an independent primary-care practice in Belfast offering small animal medicine and surgery, including soft tissue and orthopaedic work. Recent feedback regularly highlights careful communication around surgery, with WhatsApp updates during procedures, follow-up calls from nurses, and photos after treatment. Owners also mention diagnostic work such as x-rays, ultrasound and blood tests, and one reviewer says the clinic was able to see their tortoise quickly.

Corry & O'Hare Vets in Omagh is a multi-species practice caring for cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs, with recent feedback also mentioning treatment for pet birds. It is listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility, and reviews point to a practice handling both routine treatment and urgent appointments. Feedback regularly highlights calm handling, support with ongoing medical care, and compassionate end-of-life care.

- Owners repeatedly describe the clinic as friendly, welcoming, and low-stress, with pets handled gently and carefully. - Reviews often mention clear advice and attentive care during routine visits, including thorough check-ups for very small dogs. - Several recent comments highlight surgery and follow-up care, with one owner singling out Emily for her understanding and support.

- Recent reviews describe a friendly, welcoming experience from both the vet and reception team, with some owners saying they have used the clinic for several years. - Speed of access stands out in urgent situations, including one account of an injured paw being seen within 45 minutes and dealt with quickly. - Owners value clear communication and knowledgeable care, especially during examinations and when medication is prescribed.

- Recent reviewers repeatedly mention being seen quickly when problems arise, including urgent injuries and illness while away from home. - Michael and the wider team are described as professional, caring, and helpful, with reception staff also singled out for their support. - Several reviews focus on difficult cases and bereavement, praising the clinic’s compassion during serious illness and after pets sadly died.

- Clients describe the practice as friendly, calming, and informative, including during a puppy’s first vaccination visit. - Several reviews highlight reassuring help in urgent situations, even for people not normally registered with the practice, with clear phone advice and out-of-hours guidance. - Cat boarding stands out strongly, with The Cat Loft praised for attentive care, updates during stays, and cats returning home settled and happy.

- Recent feedback is mostly very positive, with owners describing the team as caring, helpful and reassuring, especially on first visits. - Communication stands out as a repeated strength, including smooth contact from email through to the appointment and clear explanations during consultations. - Handling and compassion are another strong theme: reviewers mention gentle manners with dogs, pets staying happy to visit even after previous procedures, and thoughtful end-of-life care.

Cedarmount Veterinary Clinic in Bangor is a long-established practice, with over forty years in service, treating a wide mix of pets including dogs, cats, rabbits, small mammals and birds. It is an RCVS-registered practice, recognised as a Rabbit Friendly Clinic, and also states that it is a veterinary nurse training facility. The clinic offers emergency veterinary services and is part of IVC Evidensia.