About Us
Where It All Began......
It all began in 1980, when Karl Cosgrave came back to Dunshaughlin and took over the only Veterinary practice in this small rural town in Co. Meath. At the time Dunshaughlin was an agricultural area and a lot of the work that was done, was related to cattle work. Over the years, family pets became a much bigger part of the Veterinary practice.
Charles and Julianne, Karl's children, were both fortunate enough to study Veterinary in UCD. Charles spent time in a Small Animal Hospital in Limerick before going to the UK where he worked in an Orthopaedic referral hospital and also in an Opthalmology (eyes) referral hospital. Charles came back to Ireland in 2003 and is now based in the Dunboyne surgery and helps out in both the Dunshaughlin and Ashbourne Surgeries when needed. His main area of interest is Opthalmology (the medicine and surgery of eyes). He has 2 goats (Margaret & Mary), 2 donkeys (Billy & Bobby), 2 sheep (Mavis & Doris), 2 calves (Ruby & Stokes that are growing fast) and a rescue horse called Kitty.
Julianne also studied in UCD and following graduation, spent time in a multi location practice in Northern Ireland before returning home. During this time, Julianne developed an interest in Canine reproduction and was involved in cutting edge advancements within this area. Julianne returned home in 2005 and is now based in Cabra Veterinary Hospital. She is also involved in the Clonsilla and Sandyford surgeries. Julianne is now studying for a Certificate in Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic Surgery. Outside of work, she is kept very busy with her two dogs, Robin and Bobo, often seen around the place - generally lying on the floor!!
All pets are seen as family members. No matter how big or small their problem is, we have the experience and love of animals that can help you through it all. Even if your pets doesn't have a reason to visit us, come in and see us and see our facilities, see what we do and where we do it..... we are very proud of the work we do!
