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Oldstone Veterinary Clinic

#3 Vet in Ballymena, Antrim

4.9
Independent Clinic

Oldstone Veterinary Clinic – Vets in Ballymena

Updated January 2026
Independent Clinic

Clinic Overview

Oldstone Veterinary Clinic is a purpose-built practice that, according to its website, has over 20 years’ experience and offers 24-hour emergency care 7 days a week. Recent reviews repeatedly mention being able to reach a vet out of hours and getting help quickly (including for an injured kitten found at the roadside). Owners also describe a smaller-practice feel with “honest and realistic” discussions of treatment options, and one long-term client recounts support during end-of-life care including arranging cremation.

Services

  • 24/7 emergency care: Website states 24-hour emergency services 7 days a week; reviews also mention “open 24hrs” and out-of-hours help being provided quickly.
  • Dental care: Listed on the clinic website.
  • Vaccinations: Listed on the clinic website.
  • Annual health examinations: Listed on the clinic website.
  • Surgery and ongoing checks (as reported by a client): One review references a pet surviving “two massive surgeries” and receiving “various checks and maintenance” (the review does not clearly state the surgeries were performed at this clinic).
  • End-of-life support and cremation arrangements (as reported by a client): One long-term client describes being supported through saying goodbye to a pet and choosing cremation.

People

  • Lucy (role not stated): Mentioned by name in a review thanking “Lucy and her team” for their help.
  • Team (collective): Multiple reviewers describe staff as kind and professional, and “incredibly good” with dogs—specifically noting pets being treated “like their own.” One long-term client highlights polite, approachable service and empathy during a traumatic euthanasia experience.

Reviews

4.9 stars from 166 reviews. - Out-of-hours availability used in real situations: Reviewers mention contacting the clinic out of hours and getting rapid help, including for an injured kitten; others explicitly say “open 24hrs and very ready to help.”

  • Decision-making and options: One owner values the team being “honest and realistic about treatment options.”
  • End-of-life care: A long-term client describes respectful handling and professionalism during euthanasia and cremation arrangements.
  • Appointments and general experience: One reviewer reports not waiting long for appointments; others mention friendly staff and good care.

Special Services

Emergency Services

Location

3 Springmount Road

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