About Veterinary Care in Sligo
Sligo has 2 veterinary clinics, with an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 246 reviews. Both are open at weekends, which is useful for busy owners, but the town has limited choice, so it is worth checking availability and weekday hours before you register.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in Ireland.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedicts Veterinary Hospital | 61/100 | — | |
| Inishfree Veterinary Hospital | 56/100 | — | — |
Sligo gives pet owners a small but workable choice. With only two clinics, you are not comparing a big field, but the overall review picture is reassuring and should be enough for most routine care, check-ups, vaccinations, and common illnesses in dogs and cats. The small number of options means convenience, communication, and appointment availability may matter just as much as reputation.
There is some extra trust signal here because one listing is verified, which means its details have been confirmed by a registered user, not that it has any special quality certification. Weekend access is a clear plus in Sligo, especially if weekday schedules are tight. Late evening choice looks more limited, so if after-work appointments matter to you, check opening hours before signing up. If your pet needs urgent help outside normal hours, clinics should arrange 24-hour cover for their clients, either themselves or through another clinic or out-of-hours service.
The best next move is to contact both vets in Sligo and compare how they handle the basics that matter to you. Ask whether they are taking new clients, how quickly they can offer a routine appointment, whether you usually see the same vet for follow-up care, and what happens if your dog or cat becomes unwell overnight or on a weekend. If you have a nervous pet, a very young animal, or an older cat or dog with an ongoing condition, ask how they manage longer appointments and continuity of care. In a town with limited choice, a short phone call can tell you a lot.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Sligo, Sligo
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (61/100)
St Benedicts Veterinary Hospital offers routine appointments, second-opinion consultations, and out-of-hours help. Several owners describe being met at the clinic late at night or on a Sunday during severe weather for urgent cases. Reviews...
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Our Score (56/100)



