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Clínica Veterináriado Parchal
282 498 738 Call to a Portuguese landline

Caring for those who can’t say where it hurts.

A veterinary clinic in Parchal, between Lagoa and Portimão. Consultations, surgery, ultrasound and lab tests, with a team that explains everything it does.

Call 282 498 738

Call to a Portuguese landline (national rate)

Clinic assistant holding a black dog, in front of the cyan wall with the painted logo.

From vaccines to orthopaedic surgery

Ten services under one roof. Tap one to read what it includes.

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Consultations Vaccination Parasite control Surgery Ultrasound Lab tests Dentistry Nutrition Travel abroad Home visits

A small team, by choice

We opened in 2018 on Rua Doutor Sérgio Nunes, in Parchal. We are a young, multidisciplinary team with clinical experience in Portugal and abroad.

We work to one simple principle: anyone who brings an animal here should leave understanding exactly what is going on and why. We explain the diagnosis, show you the ultrasound images and give you the instructions in writing. There is no such thing as one question too many.

The clinic has a consulting room, an operating theatre, ultrasound and a laboratory under one roof, which means most cases are sorted without going from clinic to clinic. We speak Portuguese, English, Spanish and French, because half the Algarve speaks something else.

At the same address since
2018
Veterinary surgeons
2
Languages spoken
4
A blue-and-yellow macaw perched on the examination table during a consultation, with the vet beside it.

What people who have been here say

4.7 69 Google reviews

5-star reviews taken from the clinic’s Google profile, identified by the initials of the people who wrote them.

  • “First time we took our 16-year-old cat Sophie to the vet. We were very pleased with how they treated her. A quick, accurate diagnosis and a pleasant chat about the treatment options. So glad friends recommended this clinic to us.”
    S. W.
  • “I can’t find the words to express my gratitude. […] I need to thank you from the bottom of my heart for treating my great friend from the streets with so much knowledge/vocation/professionalism, dedication, love, affection and, above all, compassion […]”
    A.
  • “I can only say thank you for the care, kindness and professionalism with which you treated my cats. You can feel the love for animals in every detail. Joana and Dr Gonçalo are excellent professionals. Thank you for everything!”
    J. L.
  • “We moved here a year ago and have used this veterinary clinic ever since. We are so happy we chose this clinic; they have been amazing with our daughter, I mean, our dog. They speak English and don’t make us feel bad for not speaking the language yet. Fair prices and lots of compassion.”
    B. V.
  • “I went to this vet for the first time today. I’m very happy to have found them. They were very friendly and spent plenty of time with my Sphynx kitten. Highly recommend. Top.”
    J. P.
  • “When I had lost hope for my 15-year-old dog, Dr Rute, together with Nurse Joana, was a light for us. Along with the rest of the team, they did everything possible and impossible for him, to prolong and improve his quality of life. The clinic was tireless with us: empathetic, professional, honest, and with great ethics and respect for the dignity of animal life. […]”
    B. L.
  • “As cat sitters, my wife and I were worried when our furry friend stopped eating, became lethargic and stayed in the same spot all night. This veterinary clinic was the cat’s owners’ choice and now we know why: the receptionist and the vet were excellent in everything they did for our furry friend, and the premises are spotless […]”
    J. H.
  • “Fantastic service. We have been clients of Gonçalo Acto since we moved here in 2019. He has looked after all our cats (6 to begin with) with care, compassion and a very high level of professionalism. Recently, one of our cats needed surgery, which he carried out with his colleague, Valentin. Everything went well, with no complications, a quick recovery and a short healing time. […]”
    C. B.
  • “I have no words for these lovely people who truly help our children. Love from Siena also ❤️🐾🌍👍🙏”
    R. A.
  • “Our 3 dogs receive expert care, given with a genuine passion for animal welfare. It is wonderful to see the whole team’s love for animals, and the dogs feel that affection too: they are particularly at ease at the clinic. Keep up the great work!”
    G. C.
  • “Always been well received at the clinic and my little princess of a dog has always been well treated there by these excellent professionals, clinic always full, congratulations”
    J. N.
  • “The clinic is one of the best; they are very friendly, professional and helpful. All my cats’ neutering operations went very well 👌 I trust them completely, they are 5 stars 🐾🐾”
    K. V.
  • “I am very grateful to Joana for the attention she gave my Amaya; she did everything she could to help. I am truly grateful for her persistence: after so many attempts she managed to get the grass seed out. A big thank you to Dr Gonçalo for his professionalism and for calmly explaining the treatment. You are divine for the kindness with which you help our lifelong companions. A BIG THANK YOU. ❤️🙏”
    A. A.
  • “Impeccable service. Dr Gonçalo took very good care of my cat Bonnie. The assistant at reception was very friendly too. I will always take my cats there.”
    G. V.
  • “My Golden Retriever is being looked after at this clinic! 5 * for the follow-up care and for the surgery she has already had, which went very well. Many thanks to the team of professionals who work there”
    M. V.
  • “Professional, caring service, and our old chocolate Labrador is so at ease there, which is the real proof that this vet is excellent.”
    A. W.
  • “To start with, I speak Portuguese, but I prefer English when it comes to serious matters (like vet appointments). […] Here, I got help entirely in English, no misunderstandings, no problems! My dog is a bit nervous... he doesn’t like having blood taken and the vet was extremely patient! […]”
    L. M.
  • “Extraordinary!!! 10 stars. They are all impeccable, very friendly, helpful and, above all, interested in animal welfare and not just in the business! Very caring.”
    M. R.
  • “Excellent service and quality of care! Both the assistants and the vets are super attentive and always available. The prices are more affordable. I recommend them 100%.”
    M. C.
  • “They are all amazing! From the vets to the assistants. All focused on the well-being of our four-legged friends and very, very affectionate. I highly recommend them.”
    P. S.
  • “Very friendly. One phone call and we went straight there. Welcomed as if we had always been part of the family. I recommend them.”
    V. I.
  • “Thank you for everything you did today. Excellent team!”
    L. R.
  • “Excellent service with great professionals, always attentive and ready to help. I recommend them 100%.”
    N. G.
  • “We were on holiday in the area and our dog became very ill. Thanks to this clinic’s team, we are still enjoying our travelling companion!”
    M. P.
  • “Very reasonably priced vet. Excellent professionalism.”
    N. S.
  • “Outstanding work from the whole team!! I recommend them 100%.”
    D. L.
  • “Very professional, friendly. Doctor Velentin 5 stars”
    I. B.
  • “Very professional, motivated, fantastic guidance both spoken and written, and super gentle with the animals.”
    I. S.
  • “Very helpful and caring team. I recommend them without hesitation.”
    H. O.
  • “They really help animals! Highly recommend!”
    I. I.
  • “Competent and super friendly! I recommend them!”
    M. E.
  • “Magnificent service, total professionalism”
    T. H.
  • “Always the best veterinary service!”
    B. W.
  • “Very professional and caring team.”
    M. S.
  • “Excellent professionals. Recommended”
    A. D.
  • “Very professional and caring.”
    L. Å.
  • “Competence and professionalism 5✡”
    D. C.
  • “Gratitude 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏”
    M. D.
  • “Wonderful”
    J. S.
  • “Thank you ☺️”
    C. G.
  • “Thank you”
    R. R.
  • “Thank you 🙏🏻😊”
    C. K.

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Dogs and cats. And the others too.

Dr Gonçalo Acto has a special interest in exotic animals, so you don’t need to go all the way to Faro for a rabbit or a parrot.

  • Golden-coated dog with its tongue out, outdoors.
    DogsConsultations, vaccination and surgery
  • Ginger and white cat looking straight at the camera.
    CatsIncluding home visits, if the carrier is a problem
  • Close-up of a pet rabbit in profile.
    Rabbits and rodentsTeeth, diet and husbandry

The premises

Ground floor, with a street-level entrance on Rua Doutor Sérgio Nunes.

Interior wall painted cyan, with the clinic’s logo applied in blue vinyl.
Reception
The clinic’s white façade, with two blue awnings and the veterinary cross at the entrance.
Entrance at Rua Doutor Sérgio Nunes, no. 26

Where we are and when we open

Contact

Landline
282 498 738Call to a Portuguese landline (national rate)
Mobile
913 694 611Call to a Portuguese mobile (national rate)
Address
Rua Doutor Sérgio Nunes 26, R/C E
8400-625 Parchal, Lagoa

Opening hours

Clinic opening hours
Monday10–13 · 15–19
Tuesday10–13 · 15–19
Wednesday10–13 · 15–19
Thursday10–13 · 15–19
Friday10–13 · 15–19
Saturday10–13
SundayClosed
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