Portmarnock Vet Centre

- Stress-minimising handling: a cat owner says their cat was examined without sedation and it was the most stress‑free visit they’ve had. - Clear discussion of options: the same reviewer highlights a thorough conversation about choices for a complicated case. - Support across routine and urgent needs: one client mentions being helped with both everyday issues and “emergency matters.” - Pricing and follow-up concerns (conflicting with otherwise positive care reports): one reviewer reports a high dental quote (€865 + extras) and says the clinic did not get back to them about a proposed two-step payment plan.

Services

•Integrative care (conventional + holistic approaches) (stated by the clinic website).
•Dental care: consultation for dental treatment and a quote for grade 2 plaque removal under anaesthetic (from reviews).
•Cat and dog care: cats and dogs are explicitly mentioned in reviews, including an “elderly” dog receiving ongoing care.
•Lower-stress handling strategies: one reviewer reports a cat visit managed without sedation, with options discussed for a complicated case (from reviews).
•Urgent/emergency-type visits: clients mention being supported with “emergency matters” (no specific out-of-hours arrangement is stated).

Pricing

•Dental cleaning quote (reported by a reviewer): €865 plus possible extras for “grade 2 plaque removal under anaesthetic,” with a separate consultation fee also paid (amount not stated).

People

•Fiona (vet): described by a cat owner as making the visit unusually stress‑free without sedation and taking time to “thoroughly” discuss options for a complicated case.
•Sally (vet): named by a reviewer who says they “can’t fault the care.”
•Emily: an owner of an elderly dog credits “Emily and all the team” with taking great care over years of visits.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.6 stars from 96 reviews. The latest reviews describe notably calm, low-stress handling and detailed discussions of care options, alongside one repeated complaint about dental pricing and lack of follow-up. “”

•Stress-minimising handling: a cat owner says their cat was examined without sedation and it was the most stress‑free visit they’ve had.
•Clear discussion of options: the same reviewer highlights a thorough conversation about choices for a complicated case.
•Support across routine and urgent needs: one client mentions being helped with both everyday issues and “emergency matters.”
•Pricing and follow-up concerns (conflicting with otherwise positive care reports): one reviewer reports a high dental quote (€865 + extras) and says the clinic did not get back to them about a proposed two-step payment plan.

Reviews for Portmarnock Vet Centre

Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 96 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

Steve

2 weeks ago

Brought my precious dog here three years ago as we were looking for a naturopath who would also be a qualified and experienced veterinarian. The experience has exceeded our expectations and we haven't regretted the decision .

Anne-Marie Boland

2 months ago

I have been a client with this clinic for 5 years. I recently brought my dog there for a consultation regarding dental treatment. I was quoted €865 plus possible extras for grade 2 plaque removal under aesthetic. I in addition paid for the consultation. The vet was to get back to me regarding a 2 step payment plan as this procedure was not covered under my insurance. They never got back to me. Please note I had the very same procedure carried out today by another highly professional local veterinary clinic for €425. Needless to say I will not be using this clinic again in the future. Anne-Marie

a week ago

Kate O'Hanlon

a month ago

Incredible impressed with the care and attention at Portmarnock Vet Clinic. The team are kind, attentive and skilled. They have supported us in every day and emergency matters with a calm & steady manner. Grateful for this practice.

4 months ago

Peter B

5 months ago

I can’t fault the care which is the most important thing. Sally and Fiona are excellent vets and the staff are great.

Hela-Maria Sammalparg

I would give a higher rating if I could. The care and attention received at Portmarnock Veterinary Clinic was excellent. Fiona was able to make this the most stress-free vet visit my cat has ever had, without needing to sedate her, which I haven't experienced elsewhere, and she thoroughly discussed the options for my cat's complicated case. Thank you so much.

7 months ago

Eileen Harling

a year ago

Emily and all the team take such great care with my elderly cavalier. He's been attending them for the last 8 years. He's now 12 and still going strong. Thanks

Anne Fay

3 years ago

My dog is now 8 years old. Portmarnock vet team have looked after him when he needed care. Bosco is cared for gently and in a quiet easy way I haven't experienced in any other vet practice.