Lisburn Veterinary Clinic

Lisburn Veterinary Clinic is a long-established independent practice that says it has been caring for pets since 1942. Its website presents a team of 12 veterinary surgeons, supported by veterinary nurses, with facilities for a broad range of medical and surgical work including orthopaedics, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, and anaesthesia. Recent reviews describe a friendly, professional service, with owners highlighting quick appointments, clear explanations, and supportive care during both routine concerns and more serious cases.

Services

• •Medical and surgical care: The clinic’s website lists internal medicine, soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, and anaesthesia.
• •Orthopaedic treatment: Recent reviews include one owner who attended for a second opinion on a suspected ruptured ACL, followed by surgery and rehabilitation, with a positive outcome reported after recovery.
• •General appointments and urgent care: Reviews mention quick access to appointments when a dog was unwell, and one owner highlights being able to book online on a Saturday morning and being seen on time.
• •Longer-term and complex cases: Reviews refer to ongoing support for a dog with cancer over an 18-month period, alongside help at end of life.
• •Out-of-hours emergencies: Outside normal working hours, the clinic states that emergency care is provided through MiNightVet.

Pricing

No published pricing information is currently available for this clinic.

People

The clinic website states that Lisburn Veterinary Clinic has 12 fully qualified veterinary surgeons supported by veterinary nurses. Recent reviews specifically mention Christine, described as a vet who clearly explained investigations, likely costs, and treatment options, and Michael, described as the surgeon who carried out follow-up after surgery. Across reviews, the wider team is regularly praised as friendly, caring, and helpful, including front-desk staff.

Reviews

Google rating: 4.8/5 from 199 reviews.

• •Friendly, caring team: Reviews repeatedly describe staff as welcoming, helpful, and professional, from reception through to the vets.
• •Good access and organisation: Owners mention getting a quick appointment for an unwell dog, and one recent review praises the ability to book online and be seen on time.
• •Clear communication: One owner highlights a vet taking time to explain the investigations needed, the possible next steps, and the associated costs before surgery.
• •Support in both serious and sensitive cases: Reviews include praise for care through orthopaedic surgery and rehabilitation, as well as compassionate support during a dog’s cancer treatment and end-of-life care.