Best Vets in Down

Glenn Vet Clinic describes itself as an independent, family-run practice established in 1991 by Linda Glenn, and is RCVS tier 2 accredited. Reviews point to a clinic set up for routine care plus inpatient and surgical cases, with multiple owners describing pets being kept in for care over several days and recovering well. Concrete examples mentioned include nail trim appointments with extra support for nervous owners, and surgeries such as a full hysterectomy (spay) and dew claw removal.

Donard Clinic Ltd appears to be an independent, vet-owned practice (described that way in client reviews) and is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on the website and recent reviews, it’s set up for day-to-day pet healthcare as well as some surgical cases, with digital support available via the VidiVet app for 24/7 vet advice. Concrete details mentioned by owners include: staff taking time to explain a pet’s condition and treatment before proceeding; appointment and medication reminders sent by text; being seen at short notice for a quick treatment; and dogs staying overnight following surgery (including a cruciate ligament operation). Several reviews also mention long-term care and support through end-of-life euthanasia (“final sleep”).

Comber Vet Clinic is part of Ace Vets, an independent veterinary group established in 2006. Based on its website, the clinic is set up to handle routine care and surgery, and it also highlights in-house interest/experience in dermatology, imaging, and ophthalmology. In recent reviews, owners mention being seen quickly, getting clear explanations, and thoughtful touches such as a sympathy card after euthanasia. One recent review reports a negative experience around being advised monthly flea/worm treatment for an indoor cat, with the owner describing a change in attitude when they questioned it.

Mourne Veterinary Clinic is described in the available clinic data as a veterinary nurse training facility and as offering emergency veterinary services (24/7 or extended hours). Ownership/group status isn’t stated in the information provided. From the latest reviews, the clinic appears set up for routine preventative care as well as support for anxious or nervous pets. Owners repeatedly mention: - Booster/annual vaccinations being carried out smoothly, including for very nervous dogs. - Time spent discussing behavioural concerns (one owner mentions discussing a dog’s anxiety during a booster visit). - Vets bringing in a more experienced colleague for additional advice when needed.

Banbridge Pet Vets is a small-animal practice that is also listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility. Reviews describe the clinic as able to see new patients quickly (including same-day appointments on the day of registration) and to help with second-opinion cases, including a senior dog that an owner felt was “properly diagnosed” and treated promptly. Owners also mention fast test results and staff taking time to answer lots of questions. Experiences are mostly very positive, but there is one detailed account describing an appointment with a different vet as abrupt and not a thorough check, especially for a stressed cat in a dog-filled waiting area.

Jubilee Veterinary Centre is a veterinary practice with 24/7 emergency care listed in its services, and it’s also described as a veterinary nurse training facility. Based on the latest reviews, owners most often talk about dogs and cats, but there are also multiple recent accounts involving reptiles and birds (tortoises, bearded dragon, macaw, snake). Experiences appear mixed for exotic pets: some owners credit the practice with solving long-running reptile issues and supporting recovery after illness, while others report serious concerns about decision-making and handling in exotic cases (including complaints about imaging quality, antibiotics/oxygen decisions, and euthanasia advice). Concrete details mentioned by owners include: a treatment plan created for a tortoise after a year of unresolved issues elsewhere, a report of appointments obtained for a bearded dragon, and emergency/urgent capability referenced as “24/7 on-site emergency care” by a reviewer. One negative bird review specifically describes an unclear X-ray and a perceived delay in providing oxygen for respiratory symptoms.

Bangor Vets4Pets Ltd operates under the Vets4Pets brand and is listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews describe a practice that handles routine cat and dog care as well as end‑of‑life support, with several owners mentioning sympathy cards sent after a pet’s death. Owners also repeatedly mention discussions that take finances into account (including “no hard sell” around cremation options) and not being pushed into unnecessary treatments. There is at least one recent lower rating (3 stars) without written detail available to explain why.

Jollyes is a pet retail store that, based on its website, also offers add-on services including Pet Club, a Community Pet Clinic, Jolly Groomer, and The Raw Store. Reviews focus mainly on the in-store shopping experience: several recent reviewers mention friendly, helpful staff and a wide range of food and supplies, while one recent reviewer reports a bad experience with two staff members and says they won’t return. Shoppers also mention being allowed to bring their dog into the store, and that the store caters for multiple pet types (including small mammals, birds, and fish).

Flynn Vets Ballynahinch is a small-animal veterinary clinic that, based on the latest reviews available to us, is frequently chosen for sensitive end-of-life care as well as routine appointments. Owners specifically mention being able to arrange euthanasia at short notice, clear communication throughout a pet’s treatment, and having costs explained upfront (including a price breakdown before a pet was admitted). Several reviews also highlight calm handling of nervous cats, and a generally smooth appointment process.

Vet On Call operates under the Flynn Vets brand from a clinic that opened in June 2018. The practice advertises routine care (vaccinations, new puppy/kitten checks, neutering) as well as “full clinical investigations” when pets are unwell, and states it provides a 24‑hour emergency service. In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe strong communication (including costs explained in advance) and compassionate end‑of‑life care, including arranging euthanasia at short notice.