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Northern Ireland Veterinary Specialists

50 Old Coach Rd, Hillsborough BT26 6PB, United Kingdom

4.9113 reviewsVeterinarian

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Northern Ireland Veterinary Specialists is listed as a veterinarian in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland. Based on the listing category and available public business information, this profile may be relevant for owners researching veterinarian services in or around Hillsborough.

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Questions to ask before booking

  • Do you require veterinary referral or consent?
  • Who assesses my dog before the first session?
  • Do you recommend pool work, treadmill work or physiotherapy?
  • How do you monitor water hygiene and safety?
  • Can you provide reports for my vet or insurer?

Before your first appointment

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Caroline Morris

a year ago

5

What an absolutely incredible team! Massive thanks to the fantastic Andrew Burns who really went above and beyond with my puppy Izzi who broke her leg over the Christmas period. I genuinely don’t know where we would be without him, he explained everything in detail including costs which is obviously a big part (it may seem expensive but believe me they are so beyond worth it for the care/ attention your pet receives and the wealth of knowledge between the team) Also thanks so much to the nurses who looked after Iz...

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What an absolutely incredible team! Massive thanks to the fantastic Andrew Burns who really went above and beyond with my puppy Izzi who broke her leg over the Christmas period. I genuinely don’t know where we would be without him, he explained everything in detail including costs which is obviously a big part (it may seem expensive but believe me they are so beyond worth it for the care/ attention your pet receives and the wealth of knowledge between the team) Also thanks so much to the nurses who looked after Iz for her over night stay, and lastly to the loveliest receptionists. I felt completely at ease leaving her in your care. I wish I could give a 10 star review. If you are considering a surgery for your pet, this is by far the most professional, caring and qualified place to go. Izzi is such a lucky girl to be referred to you. THANK YOU! ❤️

Karen Neill

8 months ago

5

Our first visit and all the staff could not be more helpful and put us at ease. Rachel was great dealing with our insurance claim and took the pressure off me at an anxious time. All reception staff were welcoming and helpful and couldn’t do enough for us to help our visit go smoothly and rebook another visit without any pressure. Julie the vet was great. Explained everything in great detail, listened to us without an issue and cared for our dog. The whole team cared for both pet and person and I cannot praise th...

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Our first visit and all the staff could not be more helpful and put us at ease. Rachel was great dealing with our insurance claim and took the pressure off me at an anxious time. All reception staff were welcoming and helpful and couldn’t do enough for us to help our visit go smoothly and rebook another visit without any pressure. Julie the vet was great. Explained everything in great detail, listened to us without an issue and cared for our dog. The whole team cared for both pet and person and I cannot praise them highly enough. Brilliant is all I can say. Thanks to all the team on making our visit easy when we were worried about our dogs heart issue.

Susan Thomson

4 years ago

5

Our 9 year old black lab Sam was struggling to get a breath and was in great distress. Sam was transferred from Cromlyn House to NIVS and where diagnosis was confirmed that Sam had laryngael paralysis, a life threatening condition. Ciaran performed tie back surgery and saved our Sam's life. Within 12 hrs Sam was up and out to the toilet and was starting to get a bit hungry. He was handfed meatballs and was doing so well that he was ready for home less than 24hrs after surgery. Our family, Sam and Bella the puppy ca...

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Our 9 year old black lab Sam was struggling to get a breath and was in great distress. Sam was transferred from Cromlyn House to NIVS and where diagnosis was confirmed that Sam had laryngael paralysis, a life threatening condition. Ciaran performed tie back surgery and saved our Sam's life. Within 12 hrs Sam was up and out to the toilet and was starting to get a bit hungry. He was handfed meatballs and was doing so well that he was ready for home less than 24hrs after surgery. Our family, Sam and Bella the puppy can't thank you enough for saving his life. He is doing brilliantly and tolerating food and drinking well. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you so much to Cromlyn, MiNight Vets and NIVS for the care and love you gave Sam. Pic below of Sam going home after surgery and him having a nap in the garden and enjoying the fresh air. Xx

Juliette Moreau

2 years ago

5

A great team. Looked after Dennis our American Staffie despite some behavioral issues. We were very apprehensive about a pacemaker being put into him but they explained everything and liaised seamlessly with our Vets and UCD Veterinary Team. Also with Pre & post care the support is excellent. A big thank you to Julie, Rachel and all the team.

Avril Gibson

7 months ago

1

Would definitely not recommend this Veterinary clinic. No no no! They trade as specialists but could only offer the option of putting my dog down when I wanted possible treatment options for my dog. It is in direct contrast to what I was looking for. Go to UCD veterinary clinic if you want expert specialist. treatment for your dog. Found also the vets did not like the owner's input, almost an ethos of listen to me and don't question it which is not conducive for getting the best outcome. It's not up to you to de...

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Would definitely not recommend this Veterinary clinic. No no no! They trade as specialists but could only offer the option of putting my dog down when I wanted possible treatment options for my dog. It is in direct contrast to what I was looking for. Go to UCD veterinary clinic if you want expert specialist. treatment for your dog. Found also the vets did not like the owner's input, almost an ethos of listen to me and don't question it which is not conducive for getting the best outcome. It's not up to you to determine. I paid a significant amount of money to tell me to have my dog put down. Furthermore, my appointment was with vets at this clinic and not as you suggest with Carolyn House nor MiNlight. It is important to accept the facts. No point in further discussion I listened to two staff advising me in having him put down. He lived on for some time. I would definitely not recommend this clinic based on my experience. Additionally, like so many places they deny that you have been there finding no records. Convenient.

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