Pet Owner
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a referral?
Have you looked at our specialist services and are now wondering “How do I get a referral?”. The first step is to ask your vet and send them our information...
How do I make an appointment?
Making your appointment with us is easy! For the pet owner: When we have received a referral from your vet, our client relations team will usually contact you directly to...
What do I need to bring to my appointment?
This depends on the type of appointment you have scheduled with us. Your primary care vet will usually have sent documentation and images to us electronically when requesting a referral...
Does my pet need to fast for their appointment?
In general, yes your pet will need to fast. Fasting is advised so that sedation or general anaesthesia can be performed to allow procedures the same day. Exceptions include some...
Will my pet need to stay overnight?
If your pet is being admitted for surgery, they will most likely stay in the hospital overnight or until they are well enough to be discharged into your care. If...
How do I find the Cork hospital?
Our Veterinary Specialists Cork hospital is located in Little Island, Cork, just 5 minutes from the Dunkettle Interchange. If you use the Eircode T45FW74 it should bring you directly to...
How do I find the Summerhill hospital?
Our Veterinary Specialists Ireland hospital is located in the village of Summerhill, Co. Meath, just 25 minutes from the M50 and easily accessible from major motorways. If you use the...
How much will my visit cost?
Our hospitals are specialty and emergency hospitals. Therefore, our fees may differ from your regular veterinarian. Upon our examination of your pet, you will be provided with a cost estimate...
MRI versus CT: what is the difference?
Laura C. Cuddy MVB MS DACVS-SA DECVS DACVSMR DECVSMR MRCVS and Turlough McNally MVB DACVS-LA DECVS MRCVS, Veterinary Specialists Ireland, Summerhill, Co Meath, discuss when each advanced modality should be...
What types of payment options are available?
We accept payment via VISA and Mastercard debit and credit card, bank draft and cash. We do not accept cheques or American Express. We are pleased to now work with...
Vet
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a vet looking to refer a case?
We know you’re busy – you can send a simple request by phone, email to re*******@************ts.ie, or fill in our referral form. We just need a copy of your clinical...
What follow up can I expect?
We endeavour to follow up by phone or email on the day of consultation to inform you of the plan, and again on day of discharge or when new information...
What cases can I refer to Veterinary Specialists Ireland?
We often get asked “what cases can I refer to your specialist hospitals?”. Anything! We have specialists in all fields of small animal surgery (orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, neurosurgery, oncologic...
What if I just want outpatient imaging?
We can accept referrals for outpatient imaging services. We offer outpatient xray, ultrasound and CT. Just fill in a request form or give us a call. When you request outpatient...