Specialist Vets in Navan

## Summary Boyne Veterinary Clinic is repeatedly described as a general small-animal practice that handles both routine care and significant surgery. Recent reviews mention complex cat surgery involving removal of ear tumours (including removing the ear canal and part of the ear), an emergency C‑section that was dealt with immediately, and urgent treatment after a dog ate “something dangerous.” Owners also describe practical communication and support: staff “always checking in,” keeping people informed during emergencies, and (in one case) including post‑op medication in the operation price when finances were tight. ## Services Based on the latest reviews, owners mention the clinic providing: - **Surgery for cats**, including removal of tumours in/around the ear and removing the ear canal, with post‑op medication provided (as described by the owner). - **Emergency care**, including: - Immediate attention for an **emergency C‑section**. - Urgent treatment after a dog **ingested something dangerous**, with close monitoring and updates. - **General examinations and early-life care** for a new puppy (“first advice and examinations”). - **Care for elderly cats**, including surgical care for a 16‑year‑old cat. - **Dog grooming service** (specifically mentioned by one reviewer). ## People - **Anastasia** (vet; performed surgery): named by one owner who said she operated on their 16‑year‑old cat and “looked after [him] extremely well.” - **Sarah** (front of house): mentioned for reassuring an owner during an emergency C‑section situation. - **Unspecified vet and spouse**: one reviewer credits “the doctor and his wife” with helping them choose a suitable new pet and guiding early checks/exams once the puppy arrived. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.8 stars from 255 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - **Major procedures with good reported outcomes**, including ear tumour surgery in a cat and other “major” operations. - **Fast response in urgent situations**, with owners describing being seen immediately for emergencies (including an emergency C‑section) and prompt action after toxin/foreign-object ingestion. - **Clear updates and check-ins during stressful cases**, with reviewers describing being kept informed and reassured throughout treatment. - **Cost sensitivity in at least one case**, where post‑operative medications were included in the operation price due to the owner’s financial situation. - **Breadth beyond medical treatment**, with dog grooming and guidance for choosing and settling a new pet specifically mentioned.

## Summary Highfield Veterinary Navan is part of the **Highfield Veterinary Group**. From the website and reviews, it appears set up as a **hospital-style practice** that also deals with **urgent/emergency presentations**. Owners repeatedly describe vets taking time to **explain options clearly and without rushing** and being **thorough in examinations** (including “examined my dog 100%” and “took time to talk and investigate”). Reviews also mention **end-of-life support**, including compassion around decision-making and providing **keepsakes (paw prints) and a small remembrance packet**. There is some conflict in feedback: one recent review alleges **a rushed approach to diagnostics** (medication offered before blood work) and **a missed promised call-back**, while many others report attentive care. ## Services - **Emergency care** is stated on the clinic website (“handles emergency situations with urgency and expertise”). - **Care for dogs** is referenced repeatedly in reviews (multiple owners describing examinations and treatment for their dogs). - **Exotics/small furries care** is explicitly mentioned by one owner who “followed” a vet there for exotic pets. - **Euthanasia/end-of-life care and support** is described in detail in a review (help with the decision-making process and respectful handling afterwards). - **Diagnostic work-ups** are discussed in reviews: one owner reports being offered medication first with tests/scans only if symptoms didn’t improve; other reviews describe vets “investigating” and being “thorough,” but without naming specific tests. ## People - **Sofia (vet)**: described as exceptionally thorough (“examined my dog 100%”), giving “a huge amount of advice,” and providing “excellent treatment.” - **Marta (vet)**: mentioned for compassionate care for both dogs and exotics; one owner described her “going above and beyond” when an exotic pet was ill, and providing support and keepsakes after the pet couldn’t be saved. - **Victor (vet)**: described as gentle and thorough, taking time to talk and investigate, and engaging with children during the visit; also helped lift a dog into the car afterwards. - **Karen (front desk/reception, role implied by greeting on arrival)**: described as engaging and reassuring when owners arrived worried about their pet. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.6 stars from 190 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Several owners describe **clear explanations and unhurried consultations**, with vets taking time to talk through care. - **Thoroughness** is a recurring theme (detailed examinations; “took time to… investigate”). - **Compassion around difficult outcomes** is specifically described (support with euthanasia decisions; keepsakes like paw prints and remembrance items). - A minority of feedback is sharply negative, alleging **rudeness**, **missed follow-up communication**, and a **preference for symptomatic treatment before diagnostics** (blood work requested but not done initially). - **Price perception varies but includes “reasonable prices”** in at least one recent review (no specific amounts given).

## Summary Paws A While Veterinary Clinic is an **independent small-animal veterinary hospital** that’s been operating **since 1995**. The website lists **consultations and vaccinations**, with online booking and payment for those (and “more”). In the latest reviews available to us, owners most often describe the team being **patient during handling (e.g., nail trims)** and **supportive during end-of-life appointments**, with specific mentions of staff helping families through euthanasia in a way that made a difficult situation “as comfortable as possible.” ## Services - **Small-animal care** (website). - **Consultations** (website; online booking/payment mentioned). - **Vaccinations** (website; online booking/payment mentioned). - **Nail trimming** (reviewed experience: vet described as “down to earth and patient” during a dog’s nail trim). - **Euthanasia / end-of-life care** (multiple reviews describe support and compassion during putting a dog to sleep). - **Overnight care/hospitalisation** is mentioned in a review at their **Trim facility** (a sick dog “taken in overnight” and “well looked after”). ## Reviews **4.9 stars from 119 reviews.** “Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.” - **End-of-life support is repeatedly highlighted:** owners mention staff being empathetic, patient, and making euthanasia appointments more manageable. - **Practical handling appointments go smoothly:** one owner specifically describes a calm, patient nail-trim visit and plans to return. - **Care during a pet’s illness/hospital stay:** one review mentions a dog staying overnight and improving with the clinic’s help. - Several reviews use broad praise such as “professional,” “friendly,” and “helpful,” without extra detail.

## Summary Lisadell Equine Hospital is a purpose-built equine hospital with both hospital-based and ambulatory work, offering in-patient, outpatient and referral care (ownership/group isn’t stated). The website highlights modern diagnostic and surgical facilities, plus a 24-hour emergency service for registered clients. In recent reviews, owners and referring professionals describe specific high-acuity care such as a mare being foaled under general anaesthetic, and mention having multiple vets involved in difficult cases with clear explanations throughout, including empathetic support when outcomes were poor. ## Services Based on the clinic website and the latest available reviews, the clinic is described as providing: - In-patient hospitalisation and outpatient care - Ambulatory (on-the-road) veterinary services - Surgical services (reviews mention use of general anaesthetic) - Reproduction and AI services (website) - Foaling support (review describes assisting a mare “in great difficulty”) - Over-ground endoscopy (website) - Equine dental services (website) - Pre-purchase examinations / vettings (website) Emergency care: - 24-hour emergency service **for registered clients** (as stated on the website) ## People Names mentioned in the latest available reviews: - **Emma, Kevin, Emmet and Abbie** — thanked for “professional service” during a case involving general anaesthetic and foaling a mare in difficulty; the reviewer also notes the team were patient while they were en route. - **Miguel, Claire and Liam** — credited with explaining a difficult situation clearly to an owner who describes themselves as “non horsie”. - **Irene** — mentioned for showing empathy when “nothing more could be done.” ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 73 reviews.** **“Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.”** - High-stakes care is specifically referenced, including **general anaesthetic** and **foaling a mare in difficulty**. - Owners describe **clear, step-by-step explanations**, including to people without much horse knowledge. - Several reviews mention the feeling of a **large team being involved** (“so many… vets”) during complex situations. - **Empathy and support** are repeatedly noted in emotionally difficult outcomes, alongside comments about horses being well looked after during **overnight stays**.