Rathfriland Veterinary Clinic

Rathfriland Veterinary Clinic Established in Rathfriland over 50 years ago, our practice caters for small and large animals. We are an five vet mixed practice on two sites.

We also have two sister clinics specialising in equine care and small animals. In Rathfriland we have a purpose built clinic where we care for farm animals, horses and small animals. We provide a 24 hour on-call emergency service 7 days a week as well as set surgery hours. The surgery is by appointment and are
Rathfriland: 9.00-10.00, 2.00-3.00 Mon-Fri
5.00-6.00 Mon, Tues,

Thurs
9.00-10.30 on Saturday. Contact us:

Rathfriland (028) 406 30385

Rathfriland Veterinary Clinic assumes no liability for the content of this page. This advice is not
a substitute for a proper consultation with a vet and is only intended as a guide. Please contact your local veterinary practice for advice or treatment immediately if you are worried about your petโ€™s health - even if they are closed, they will always have an out of hours service available.

We โ„Ž๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘‘ it was an important day in the calendar today ๐ŸฎLet's ๐‘š๐‘–๐‘™๐‘˜ it for what it's worth and send in your favourite cow ...
08/07/2025

We โ„Ž๐‘’๐‘Ÿ๐‘‘ it was an important day in the calendar today ๐Ÿฎ
Let's ๐‘š๐‘–๐‘™๐‘˜ it for what it's worth and send in your favourite cow pictures! ๐Ÿ“ธ

In June 2024, a law came into effect in England that all cats over the age of 20 weeks had to be microchipped. This make...
17/06/2025

In June 2024, a law came into effect in England that all cats over the age of 20 weeks had to be microchipped. This makes it easier for owners to be reunited with their lost cats.

It's not a legal requirement in Northern Ireland yet, but we were wondering if you have microchipped your cat or if you're considering it? Based on the number of requests we receive to share posts about missing cats, we think it would be a good idea for all pets to be chipped.

What's your thoughts on it?

After 56 years in practice, Terry Smith, Veterinary Surgeon is retiring on 30/6/2025We would like to thank Terry for his...
19/05/2025

After 56 years in practice, Terry Smith, Veterinary Surgeon is retiring on 30/6/2025

We would like to thank Terry for his dedication to the profession and service to animals large and small. His expertise in Equine medicine is renowned and much appreciated across the country

Many thanks Terry, and we hope you enjoy your well deserved retirement!

๐Ÿถ UPDATE Reunited with family โค๏ธThanks for all the shares --------------Wee dog found on Loughbrickland Road, Rathfrilan...
15/04/2025

๐Ÿถ UPDATE

Reunited with family โค๏ธ

Thanks for all the shares

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Wee dog found on Loughbrickland Road, Rathfriland today. Safe in our clinic now. Could the owners please phone the clinic during office hours 9am - 6pm tomorrow.

โ˜Ž๏ธ 02840630385

(Proof of ownership needed)

UPDATE The owner has been found. Thank you all for your help in sharing the post ๐ŸŽ‰--------------------------------------...
23/08/2024

UPDATE

The owner has been found. Thank you all for your help in sharing the post ๐ŸŽ‰

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๐Ÿ• This lovely lady was found on the Drumarkin Road, Rathfriland today.

She is chipped but it's not registered unfortunately.

If you recognise her, please get in touch. We will need to see proof of ownership.

Please share so we can find her family.

Have you seen this cat? Missing from Drumdreenagh Road area.Please share so others can help to find her ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›
06/07/2024

Have you seen this cat?

Missing from Drumdreenagh Road area.

Please share so others can help to find her ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›

UPDATE Back safe and sound from his adventures ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›Thanks to everyone who shared it.--------------------*MISSING*Have you...
24/06/2024

UPDATE

Back safe and sound from his adventures ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›

Thanks to everyone who shared it.

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*MISSING*

Have you seen this cat? Missing since last Thursday, last seen around the Cavan Road area of Rathfriland.

Very distinctive markings on front paws. Friendly so can be approached.

Please share to get him back home ๐Ÿˆโ€โฌ›

๐Ÿ• This wee dog was found on the Bannfield Road, Rathfriland today (Thursday 13th June).She's a cocker spaniel female tha...
13/06/2024

๐Ÿ• This wee dog was found on the Bannfield Road, Rathfriland today (Thursday 13th June).

She's a cocker spaniel female that unfortunately has no microchip.

Please share so we can reconnect her to her family.

Contact us here at the page at any time of day or night, or on 02840630385 from 9am to 5pm.

Please note: proof of ownership will be required in order to claim her.

**Important Information**Due to technical issues in the clinic, our card payment and computer systems are currently down...
08/05/2024

**Important Information**

Due to technical issues in the clinic, our card payment and computer systems are currently down.

We are working to get them fixed ASAP. In the meantime we ask you to have your pet medication information to hand when ordering more or bring in the packet when coming to the clinic.

Also please pay by cash or cheque for appointments, medicine etc.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation at this time and hope it won't be long until we're back to normal in the office. Any issues, please call the clinic at 02840630385.

Happy International Women's Day to all those wonderful women out there! A particular mention to each of the women in our...
08/03/2024

Happy International Women's Day to all those wonderful women out there! A particular mention to each of the women in our team here in Rathfriland and all the hard work they do, to Rebecca, Ruth, Sharon, Emese, Nuala and Hannah, thankyou!

๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ We know it's still February and those much needed summer holidays still feel so far away, but they'll come around fas...
26/02/2024

๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ We know it's still February and those much needed summer holidays still feel so far away, but they'll come around faster than you think...

๐Ÿถ Are your pets vaccinations up to date? Some vaccinations need a booster before a kennel/cattery will accept your pet in through the door, so be sure to check what is needed and when, and book your slot in time.

๐Ÿฑ This also applies if you're not going away this year as you don't want the vaccinations to lapse. It's better you keep on top of them and your pet will be healthier for it too.

If only the cows could tell us when they'll calve and if they'll need any help - it would make our jobs a lot easier ๐Ÿ„ ๐Ÿ˜‚
05/02/2024

If only the cows could tell us when they'll calve and if they'll need any help - it would make our jobs a lot easier ๐Ÿ„ ๐Ÿ˜‚

๐Ÿฎ๐Ÿฅ› F E B R U D A I R Y ๐Ÿฅ›๐Ÿฎ

Farmers are on hand all the time to make sure calving problems are kept to a minimum. Sometimes checking cows in the very late or early hours because we care. Farming isnโ€™t just a job. Itโ€™s a passion itโ€™s part of our genetic make up.

Did you knowโ€ฆ
A cow is pregnant for around 283days, thatโ€™s about nine months

During this time she will spend on average 60 days on holiday. This deliberate inactive period given to all dairy cows is super important so they can rest, recuperate and replenish.

Once calved the cow will join the milking herd and will naturally come bulling or on heat 30days later. This heat will occur every 18-24 days and lasts on average 14-15 hours. This change in behaviour continues until the cow is back in calf. And so completes the pregnancy cycle.

The Dairy Shorthorn is renowned for excellent fertility, easy calving and being excellent mothers. Itโ€™s one of the many benefits of the breed

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Newry

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+442840630385

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