About Us

About Cara Vet Group | Caring, Modern Veterinary Team in Dublin 7 & Dublin 15

Cara means friend in Irish — and that’s how we treat every patient and every owner. For nearly three decades, Cara Vet Group has provided friendly, modern veterinary care from our Registered Veterinary Hospital in Ballycoolin (Dublin 15) and our Phoenix Park Gate clinic (Dublin 7).

Our Story

Sydney (Syd) Nagle, MVB MRCVS founded the group in the 1990s, starting with clinics in Castleknock and at the Phoenix Park Gate. In 2000s, we rebranded as Cara Vet Group and opened a state-of-the-art hospital in Ballycoolin, Blanchardstown Corporate Park 2.

Registered Veterinary Hospital (RVH)

Following inspection by the Veterinary Council of Ireland, our Ballycoolin site earned Registered Veterinary Hospital status - the highest accreditation - recognising our facilities, protocols, and patient care standards.

Awards & Recognition

Practice of the Year finalist & nominee (Irish Veterinary Awards)
Practice Manager of the Year winner – Vickie Fenlon (IVNA)

What We Stand For

Compassion first: gentle handling and clear communication
Modern medicine: advanced diagnostics, dentistry, surgery & imaging
Preventative care value: our Pet Healthcare Plan (PHP) includes unlimited free vet examinations during normal hours, vaccinations, parasite control, wellness screens, and member discounts
Transparent costs: written estimates and treatment plans
Easy access: free parking and convenient hours across Dublin 7 & Dublin 15