
Festive Hazards for Pets
The festive season should be a fun time for everyone and as part of the family, our pets like to get involved with whatever is going on in the household. However, what is good for
We are a friendly, independently owned veterinary
practice based in Athlone, Co. Westmeath.
Should you wish to book an appointment during opening times, we invite you to use our handy online system

The festive season should be a fun time for everyone and as part of the family, our pets like to get involved with whatever is going on in the household. However, what is good for

Nancy, the 15-year-old beagle, was infected but received early treatment and survived. (Image: The Irish Blue Cross) An Irish animal charity has warned pet owners about the dangers of lungworm after observing a spike in cases. The Irish

We love our pets, and want to keep them safe.That’s why we’re here to shed some light on how pet microchips work!🏷️ A small tag is placed under your pet’s skin. It holds a 10

Flea & Tick Control: Protecting Your Pets Year-Round Fleas and ticks aren’t just a nuisance—they pose serious health risks to your pets and your family. These tiny parasites can transmit diseases like Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis,
At Family Vets Athlone we have been serving the farming community of Athlone
and surrounding areas for over 50 years.
Our Farm Services include:
● Farm visits for routine veterinary work including TB testing
● Farm visits to treat sick or injured farm animals
● Herd health investigations and planning
- As prevention is always better than cure we believe strongly in
appropriate vaccination protocols to reduce on farm incidence of
disease. We stock a wide variety of farm animal vaccines and are
happy to offer advice in this area
● Ultrasound scanning to diagnose pregnancy and investigate fertility issues
in cattle