Palmerstown Veterinary Hospital

Palmerstown Veterinary Hospital is a private practice in Palmerstown, Dublin, offering routine veterinary care alongside a strong focus on exotic pets. Owners regularly mention being able to get help for species that many general clinics do not routinely see, including guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, reptiles, and fish. Recent feedback also highlights friendly, professional staff, clear communication around procedures, and support through a pet app for quick questions and repeat prescriptions.

Services

• •Routine and preventative care for general pets, as listed by the clinic.
• •Diagnostics, including blood testing, imaging, and fecal analysis.
• •Exotic pet care, which is a clear area of strength. Recent reviews mention appointments for guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, a royal python, and even a betta fish.
• •Procedural care for cats, with one owner describing detailed updates before, during, and after a procedure, plus a next-day follow-up.
• •Ongoing support between visits, including repeat prescriptions and quick advice via the clinic app.

Pricing

A very limited amount of published pricing suggests the clinic may sit above average, but this is based on very few comparable services. One recent reviewer also praised the clinic for providing a detailed estimate upfront and avoiding unexpected or unnecessary charges.

People

• •Dr Filipe Martinho / Filipe: repeatedly praised for exotic-pet care, including guinea pigs and reptiles. Reviewers describe him as thorough, gentle, knowledgeable, and good at answering questions clearly.
• •Larisa: mentioned by a reviewer as the Russian-speaking vet involved in ongoing treatment and care.
• •Charis: thanked alongside Dr Filipe for help with a sick betta fish.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8 stars from 901 reviews. Recent feedback is very positive overall.

• •Exotic-pet expertise stands out strongly, with reviewers mentioning confident care for guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, reptiles, and fish.
• •Staff manner is a recurring positive theme, with owners describing the team as friendly, warm, patient, professional, and helpful.
• •Communication is frequently praised, including clear explanations, reassurance during a cat procedure, and a next-day follow-up.
• •Convenience and flexibility also come up, with mentions of being fitted in for a last-minute appointment, quick replies through the pet app, and support with repeat prescriptions.