West Coast Vets

28/03/2025

As we welcome spring and enjoy outdoor activities with our pets, it’s important to be mindful of the safety of both our dogs and local farm animals, particularly during lambing season. 🌷🐑🌼

By taking these precautions, you help safeguard the health and welfare of all animals during this critical time. Let’s work together to promote responsible pet ownership and protect local wildlife this spring. 🌼🐕🐑

25/03/2025

Maintaining optimal dental health is essential for your pet’s overall well-being 🦷

We utilize dental radiographs during all routine dental procedures to identify underlying issues such as infections, bone damage, and decay that may not be visible during a standard examination.

Preventive care today means a healthier, happier pet tomorrow🐶🐱🪥

04/03/2025

Tá Lá na bPancóg anseo, ach bí cúramach—níl gach rud a itimid sábháilte do pheataí! 🚫🍫🍇

Seachain comhábhair mar sheacláid, rísíní agus síoróip, mar is féidir leo a bheith tocsaineach do mhadraí agus do chait.

As you celebrate with delicious pancakes, remember that some ingredients can be harmful to your pets! 🍯🍫

Avoid sharing sweet treats like chocolate, raisins, and certain spices, which can be toxic to animals. Also, be cautious with hot pans or syrup that could burn little paws.

Be sure to research Pet-safe pancake recipes if you would like to include your pet in the today’s food festivities!

Keep your furry friends safe and enjoy the day together! 💚

27/02/2025

🩷 It’s World Spay Day 🩷

Why spay your pet?

🐾 Reduce the number of unwanted litters

🐾 Reduce overpopulation in shelters

🐾 Improve overall pet health

🐾 Eliminate the risk of your pet getting a pyometra (a life-threatening infection of the uterus that can occur in unspayed female dogs)

🐾 Reduce roaming

🐾 Stop your pet going into heat

30/01/2025

24/01/2025

Huge damage on our road. Road was blocked from both directions untill the last hour. Just open now again.
Telephone poles down and no electricity.
Having great difficulty with phones.
If you can't get through I am at home, call to the door.
Hopefully you all came through the storm unharmed.
We are open for emergencies as always.
Stay safe.

23/01/2025

🚨CLINIC CLOSED - FRIDAY 24th🚨

Unfortunately, due to Storm Éowyn and the red warning that has been issued for Friday the 24th of January, the clinic will be closed tomorrow.

For emergencies, please call 091-867455 to speak to the on-call vet.

Please ensure you keep your pets indoors until the storm has passed🐕🐈

If you are running low on prescription medication/food, please pop into the clinic today.

21/01/2025

Never a dull day at West Coast Vets!

A photo from one of John’s most recent call-outs. John aided in a nanny goat in kidding , where with a little help, she delivered two happy, healthy kids! 🐐

08/01/2025

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A sudden drop in temperature can be tough on animals, so here are some quick tips to protect your pets and livestock during cold weather:

Pets:

❄️Bring them indoors! Pets are safest and warmest inside.
❄️Provide extra bedding for warmth.
❄️Limit outdoor time for walks and play.
❄️Antifreeze is toxic so avoid use near animals.
❄️Check that outdoor water bowls have not frozen.

Livestock:

❄️Ensure shelters are windproof and dry.
❄️Provide extra feed—cold weather burns calories!
❄️Check water troughs often to prevent freezing.
❄️Make sure feed storage is dry to prevent mold or spoilage.

All Animals:

❄️Watch for frostbite or signs of hypothermia (shivering, lethargy).
❄️Avoid walking on salted roads—salt can hurt paws and hooves! Wash and dry paws and hooves after walking on salted roads.
❄️Check your car before driving, cats will seek out the heat coming from your engine!

Keeping your animals warm and cozy keeps them happy and healthy. If you have any concerns, our team is here to help! ❤️🐾

03/01/2025

*Missing* Louie is missing from the Spiddal area since New Years Eve. Anyone with any information please contact Carmel on 087 2958548 or contact the clinic on 091 867 455. Thank You

20/12/2024

Wishing all of our wonderful clients and patients a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 🎄

Nollaig Shona agus athbhliain faoi mhaise daoibh go léir ón bhfoireann ar fad 🎅🏻

If you have yet to pick up any medications/food that your furry friend will need over the Holidays, pop into the clinic before 6pm🐾

18/12/2024

Christmas Opening hours:
Monday 16th -Friday 20th 9am-6pm
Saturday 21st - January 1st Closed
We are open for Emergencies for our clients.
Call 091 867 455

Nollaig Shona
From all the team at West Coast Vets ☃️

02/12/2024

Now that the 🎄festive season🎄is almost upon us, it’s time to start stocking up on your pet’s food and prescription medications.

Next week we will be placing our Christmas order. Give our office a call on 091-867455 if you would like us to order and put aside food or prescription medications for your pet, so that you have enough to see your through to the New Year.

4 easy steps:

1. Call our office
2. Order your food/medications
3. Pay over the phone
4. Collect

27/11/2024

The lovely Millie popped into us today for her 2nd vaccine! She was incredibly brave and stayed for a photoshoot🐾

Call the clinic on 091-867455 to book your pet in for a consultation, and ensure they are up to date with their vaccinations💉

31/10/2024

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Never a dull day at West Coast Vets! Last night, our veterinary surgeon John delivered a bull calf by caesarean section. Both cow and calf are happy and healthy today thanks to the help from John🐮

Comment down below any spooky Halloween themed names for the calf🎃

12/06/2024

Does your pet have itchy skin?…🐾

There are a number of things that can cause your dog to feel itchy and uncomfortable!

How can you help your pet⁉️

Call our office on 091-867455 to book your four-legged companion in for a consultation with one of our veterinarians, to discuss the best treatment/prevention for your pet!

24/04/2024

This gorgeous girl came into the clinic today for her 2nd vaccine! ❤️
She was incredibly brave and left with her tail wagging 🐾

17/04/2024

Is your pet up to date with their parasite prevention treatment? 🐾

Call our office on 091-867455 to book your furry-friend in for a weight & parasite treatment consult with our veterinary nurse. We will tailor our treatment recommendations to the age, species and weight of your pet!🐕🐈‍⬛