Farm Vets in Kilmore

## Summary Founded in 2009 by veterinarians Justin Browne and Simon Fahey, Borovalley Veterinary Clinic (VB Veterinary) provides care for both horses and small animals, with the website specifically highlighting advanced medical/surgical capability for equine work. The clinic describes on-site facilities including a laboratory, pharmacy and a dental clinic, and states it offers “after hours” emergency services for both pet and horse clients. From the latest reviews available to us, owners repeatedly mention being helped outside normal times (late at night and at weekends), getting clear explanations (“straight talking… no jargon”), and practical follow-through such as after-care instructions after dental procedures. Several reviews also point to calm handling of difficult or anxious pets (including “snappy, grumpy dogs”) and respectful support during euthanasia. ## Services From the clinic website and reviews, services mentioned include: - Medical and diagnostic services for horses and small animals - Elective equine surgery (listed as a specialist area on the site) - Equine reproduction services, including: - Artificial insemination - Assisted foaling - Equine dentistry - Dental clinic / dentistry for small animals (owners specifically mention dogs booked in for dental cleaning, with after-care explained) - “After hours” emergency service for both pet and horse clients (also reflected in reviews describing late-night/weekend help) - On-site facilities listed on the website: - Laboratory - Pharmacy - Dental clinic ## People - **Justin Browne** (veterinarian, co-founder, established the clinic in 2009 with Simon Fahey) - **Simon Fahey** (veterinarian, co-founder) Named in reviews: - **Jen**: mentioned as particularly good with dogs that can be “snappy” or “grumpy,” suggesting patient handling in stressful consults. - **Vicky** and **Demelza**: described as “nice to deal with” by a repeat client who attended many times with both personal and rescue dogs. - **Reception team**: one reviewer describing a dog dental cleaning mentioned a “friendly man on reception” who clearly explained the after-care routine. ## Reviews **Google rating: 4.9 stars from 189 reviews.** **Themes below are drawn from the latest written reviews available to us.** - Owners repeatedly describe **kind, gentle handling** of pets, including dogs with difficult temperaments. - Multiple reviews mention **support during hard decisions**, including being “kind, empathetic and respectful” during euthanasia. - Practical communication comes up often: **clear, straightforward explanations** (including one review praising “no jargon”) and **after-care guidance** after dental cleaning. - **Availability outside normal times** is specifically mentioned (late-night/weekend help), aligning with the clinic’s stated after-hours emergency provision. - Examples of cases in reviews include **dental cleaning for dogs** and **help caring for a stray cat with a sore leg**.