Western Veterinary

Western Veterinary Veterinary practice treating farm animals, small animals and equines. We are a Veterinary Practice in Clifden, Co. Galway.

Covering all your Veterinary needs, farm animals, equine and small animals catered for. Pet shop and cattery at the premises also.

02/06/2025

Mare scanning Mon,Tue, Thurs, Fri for the month of June except NO Scanning 12th & 13th June.

26/05/2025

** EVENING SCANNING **
Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

02/05/2025

This weekend in The Irish Field, Horse Sense asked popular social media voice Riverstown Farm Stables to discuss the increasing problem of equine hay production in Ireland.

26/04/2025

Evening mare scanning Mon, Tue, Thurs 7-8pm this week.

22/04/2025

Summer opening hours Saturday the shop is open 9.30-5pm starting this Saturday 26th April.
Consultations 9.30-12pm by appointment only.

17/04/2025

๐Ÿˆ Tortoiseshell cats are known for their unique coats consisting of two co-dominant colour genes (black and orange) working together to make the unique patterns. ๐Ÿงฌ

When there is an addition of unpigmented white patches of fur in the mix of orange and black, through a genetic condition known as piebaldism, this coat is referred to as Calico. But piebaldism can occur in any coat colour and for other animals too!

Letโ€™s take the chance today to appreciate the complex genetics that lead to the distinct multicoloured coats of these beautiful cats! ๐Ÿ˜ป Share a photo of your cat in the comments! ๐Ÿ‘‡



16/04/2025

Sorry our phone lines are down at the moment so please call 0879179248 to get in contact with us. Sorry for any inconvenience.

01/04/2025

DO YOU KNOW WHAT CAUSES GRASS FOUNDER?

Spring is a wonderful time of the year, but it may be the beginning of some serious problems for horses vulnerable to grass founder โ€” like horses that are over the age of 10, easy keepers, overweight or cresty-necked.

Laminitis or founder, as it is commonly called, is inflammation of the laminae of the horseโ€™s foot. Laminae are the delicate, accordion-like tissues that attach the inner surface of the hoof wall to the coffin bone (the bone in the foot). A horse suffering from laminitis experiences a decrease in blood flow to the laminae, which in turn begin to die and separate. The final result is hoof wall separation, rotation of the coffin bone and extreme pain. In severe cases, the coffin bone will actually rotate through the sole of the horseโ€™s hoof where it becomes infected and can ultimately lead to the horse having to be euthanized.

Laminitis can be triggered by different causes, like repeated concussion on hard ground (road founder), grain overload, retained placenta, hormonal imbalance (Cushingโ€™s syndrome), obesity, and lush grass.

In cases of grass founder, the sugar fructans produced by rapidly growing grass stimulates an overgrowth of bacteria in the horseโ€™s large intestine. The bacteria produce and release toxins (endotoxins) that are carried by the bloodstream to the foot where they cause damage to the laminae and small blood vessels.

The best way to deal with laminitis is preventing and managing the causes under your control. Consult your equine practitioner for further information and to formulate a plan tailored to your horse's individual situation. If you suspect laminitis, consider it a medical emergency and notify your veterinarian immediately.

A basket of babies....8 gorgeous fluffy friends in for microchipping today ๐Ÿฅฐ
05/03/2025

A basket of babies....8 gorgeous fluffy friends in for microchipping today ๐Ÿฅฐ

Is your pet protected? Ticks are evolving and we now see them all year round (even in Connemara!). Protect your pets now...
03/03/2025

Is your pet protected? Ticks are evolving and we now see them all year round (even in Connemara!). Protect your pets now to prevent serious illness such as Lyme disease.

Spring special offers available now. Ask in store.

๐Ÿ„ Calving Package๐Ÿ„We also have a calving package on offer for all our cattle farmers! This has all your essentials you w...
03/03/2025

๐Ÿ„ Calving Package๐Ÿ„

We also have a calving package on offer for all our cattle farmers! This has all your essentials you will need on a hand for a stress free spring!
This is at a discounted price of โ‚ฌ75!!!

13/02/2025

Did you know that ๐˜€๐—ผ๐—ฎ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜† can help reduce the sugar content, making it an even better choice for horses prone to weight gain or insulin issues? The Haycube Ltd is an excellent tool for soaking hay, as it allows you to soak hay evenly and easily, reducing the risks associated with high sugar intake. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’ง

Using the Haycube for hay soaking helps manage your horseโ€™s calorie intake, while still providing the essential fibre they need for gut health and weight management. Itโ€™s a perfect solution for good doers, like those in our ๐—ฆ๐—ฃ๐—œ๐—Ÿ๐—Ÿ๐—˜๐—ฅ๐—ฆ ๐—ฆ๐—น๐—ถ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€โ€™ ๐—–๐—น๐˜‚๐—ฏ, who benefit from a low-calorie diet. ๐Ÿด๐Ÿ’š

Join our club today for expert tips on feeding, weight management, and product recommendations. Plus, youโ€™ll be entered to ๐˜„๐—ถ๐—ป an amazing Valentineโ€™s giveaway worth over ยฃ450, which includes a ๐—ฃ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ธ ๐—›๐—ฎ๐˜†๐—ฐ๐˜‚๐—ฏ๐—ฒ & ๐—š๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—น๐—น to help you on your journey! ๐ŸŽ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Join the Slimmers' Club now:

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Address

The Mart, Galway Road
Clifden
H71HY95

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9:30am - 2pm

Telephone

09522209

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