Services

BVA/KC/ISDS Eye Testing

Eye testing and screening enable owners and breeders to be aware of inherited eye diseases, ensuring that only healthy dogs are selected for breeding. Responsible breeders should always conduct health tests on the dogs they intend to use for breeding.

Diagnostic procedures, using specialised equipment

  • Tonometry - for glaucoma diagnosis
  • Gonioscopy - diagnosis of an inherited eye problem
  • Slit-lamp biomicroscopy - detailed eye examination
  • Blood pressure assessment
  • Ultrasound examination of the eye
  • Electroretinography

Surgery

  • Operating microscope - for intricate eye surgery
  • Cataract extraction using phacoemulsification
  • Eyelid reconstruction surgery
  • Cherry eye (nictitans prolapse) surgery
  • Corneal grafting procedures
  • Corneal crosslinking for melting or infected corneal ulcers
  • Electrolysis for permanent removal of distichia (extra eyelashes)
  • Laser surgery using diode laser
  • Cosmetic alternative to eye removal, where appropriate

Other Clinics

Once monthly, appointments are seen at two other clinics:

Horse appointments are no longer available.

Ark Vet

Knocknacarra,
Galway
H91 TD0F

Tel: 091 510131
https://www.arkvetsgalway.com

Sunbeam Veterinary Hospital

North Point Business Park,
Blackpool,
Cork
T23 FXY9

Tel: 021 4391600
https://www.sunbeamvets.com