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Monday 9am - 1pm 2pm - 6pm Tuesday 9am - 1pm 2pm - 6pm Wednesday 9am - 1pm 2pm - 6pm Thursday 9am - 1pm 2pm - 6pm Friday 9am - 1pm 2pm - 6pm Saturday 10am - 1pm

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18/11/2025

👨⚕️ For those of you who are new here — meet John Mulligan – Veterinary Director at West Coast Vets 🐾

John co-founded the practice with Sara 8 years ago, and has been caring for the pets of our community with calm, compassionate expertise ever since 💚

John has a special interest in geriatric pet care – helping our beloved senior dogs and cats stay comfortable, active, and happy in their golden years 🐶🐾🐱

Whether it's managing arthritis, chronic conditions, or just helping older pets age well, John is passionate about giving them the best possible quality of life.

12/11/2025

When visiting the clinic:

➡️ Dogs should arrive on a lead.
➡️ Cats should arrive in a secure carrier

This helps keep your pets — and others — safe and calm while they wait for their appointment.

Thank you, we appreciate it! 💛

11/11/2025

🐶 “Should I call the vet?”

It’s a question every pet owner faces at some point — and the answer isn’t always clear. If you’re ever in doubt, we’re here to help 💚

Here’s a quick guide to help you decide when to pick up the phone:

🔎 Call the vet if your pet is:
- Vomiting or diarrhoea for more than 24 hours
- Limping or struggling to move
- Refusing food or water for over 24hours
- Coughing, wheezing or having trouble breathing
- Suddenly very tired, anxious, or not themselves
- Swollen around the abdomen or showing signs of pain
- Scratching constantly, shaking their head, or biting at their skin
- Ingesting something they shouldn’t (chocolate, raisins, toys, etc.)

🐾 Not sure? Trust your instincts — you know your dog best.

It’s always okay to call and ask. We’d much rather chat and offer peace of mind than have you wait and worry.

📞 Call West Coast Vets on 091 867 455 – we’re here when you need us.

07/11/2025

A cat called Pluto went missing in Truskey West, last Thursday the 30th of October around 6 PM .
IF anyone has any information or sightings of the cat ,
please contact the owner on
Phone number 0872348450

04/11/2025

👩⚕️ For those of you who are new here — meet Sara Roche – Veterinary Director here at West Coast Vets 🐾

Sara co-founded the practice with fellow director John eight years ago, and has been at the heart of our team ever since 💚

With a special interest in dentistry, Sara leads much of our in-house dental work – helping countless pets maintain healthy, pain-free smiles 😁🦷

Sara is passionate about high-quality, compassionate care – and we’re lucky to have her guiding the team.

30/10/2025

🎃👻 Halloween can be spooky fun for us — but not so much fun for our pets.

Here are a few things to watch out for to keep your pets safe and stress-free this Halloween:

🍫 Chocolate is toxic to dogs – keep sweets well out of reach!
💥 Loud noises (fireworks, parties) can trigger anxiety – consider a cosy den, and we can offer safe calming medication.
🚪 Watch the door – pets can easily slip out when trick-or-treaters visit.
🕯️ Candles + wagging tails = not a good mix – opt for LED lights if you can.
😨 Strangers in costumes can be scary – give your dog a quiet space to relax.

👀 Keep a close eye on curious pets, and don’t hesitate to give us a call if something doesn’t seem right.

Wishing you and your pets a happy, safe Halloween from all of us at West Coast Vets! 🐾🧡

28/10/2025

🐾 We’re closed - Wednesday 29th, but we’ll be open again as normal on Thursday!

If you have an emergency, please call 091 867455.

Thank you for your patience — see you soon! 💙

25/10/2025

Just a small reminder to all our clients that we will be closed this Monday 27th of October for the bank holiday. For emergencies please call 091-867455.
The clinic will reopen at 9am on Tuesday 28th.
We hope you all enjoy the long weekend!

23/10/2025

🐾 Say hello to the newest faces at West Coast Vets – Sheree and Gilly!

We’re delighted to welcome these two lovely ladies to our team 💚

📅 You’ll see Gilly at the front desk on Mondays, Tuesdays & Wednesdays, and Sheree on Thursdays & Fridays – so there’ll always be a friendly face to greet you when you come in!

Sheree’s pictured with Ted, her clever and full-of-beans Border Collie 🐕🦺

And Missy, Gilly’s gorgeous Rhodesian Ridgeback 🐕, is every bit as gentle as she is striking (hard to believe her breed was once used to hunt lions!) 🧘‍♀️

Both Sheree and Gilly bring great warmth, care, and a real love for animals – we’re very lucky to have them join the West Coast Vets family.

Be sure to pop in and say hi next time you’re by! 🐶🐱

27/09/2025

Do you recognise this little fella? He was found in Rinn Carraroe. A male, around a year old. Very friendly and happy and cared for.

OWNER FOUND!

11/09/2025

🦷 Say CHEESE!🦷

Better diagnostics just got bigger - literally! Our new dental x-ray sensor makes imaging larger breed dogs easier and more efficient.

Dental radiographs are an essential part of comprehensive oral health care. They help us detect issues hidden beneath the gumline, such as fractured teeth, root infections and bone loss - conditions that cannot always be seen during a routine exam.

Early detection = less pain, better health and happier pets 🐾

Call us on 091-867455 to schedule your pet’s dental check-up.

05/09/2025

📢 We’re Hiring – Receptionist / Animal Care Assistant (Part time/Full-time)

West Coast Vets is seeking a dedicated and adaptable team member to support both client care and animal care.

The ideal candidate will:
✔ Be highly organised & able to multitask under pressure
✔ Communicate clearly & professionally
✔ Be comfortable handling animals
✔ Have resilience, adaptability & strong attention to detail
✔️ Be comfortable working in a fast paced environment

What we offer:
🌟 A busy, varied role with wide-ranging experience
🐾 Exposure to both small & large animal practice
📚 Opportunities to develop in client care, admin & animal handling

📍Truskey West, Bearna, Co. Galway
📧 Apply with CV: [email protected]

Address

Bearna
Galway

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 1pm
	2pm - 6pm
Tuesday	9am - 1pm
	2pm - 6pm
Wednesday	9am - 1pm
	2pm - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 1pm
	2pm - 6pm
Friday	9am - 1pm
	2pm - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 1pm

Telephone

091867455

Website

http://sararoche.vpweb.ie/

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