Dog & Cat Vets in East Sussex

Downland Veterinary Group is a veterinary practice that’s also a veterinary nurse training facility. From the latest reviews, owners most often mention cats and dogs, plus smaller pets (one review mentions rats) and describe a mix of routine and more serious care: operations that “have gone smoothly” and support during euthanasia, including keepsakes like paw/footprints and a small jar of fur. A recurring negative theme is a complaint about flea treatment being tied to a paid “flea check”, with one owner reporting a total of over £150 for two cats.

Meridian Veterinary Practice Ltd has been providing veterinary services since the 1980s and is a veterinary nurse training facility. Reviews describe a practice that handles both routine care and urgent same-day needs: owners mention being fitted in quickly for emergencies, coordinated treatment plans for a seriously unwell cat, and support with end-of-life care. Practical policies also come up in reviews, including a monthly pet plan (with recent changes noted by a reviewer) and direct payment arrangements with insurance companies.

Brighton PDSA Pet Hospital is part of PDSA (a charity provider) and is set up to offer free and low‑cost veterinary care for eligible owners, alongside training (it’s listed as a Veterinary Nurse Training facility). Recent reviews describe both supportive end‑of‑life care (including paw prints and returning ashes) and routine consultations that felt “super easy,” but also include serious complaints about limited capacity and delayed investigation/treatment in urgent situations. Concrete examples mentioned include: staff using a side entrance to spare other clients from seeing a deceased cat brought in after an accident; ultrasound performed during a visit for a critically unwell cat; and owners being asked to return on a later day for blood tests due to lack of space.

RSPCA Brighton & The Heart of Sussex Branch is an RSPCA charity branch focused on animal rescue and rehoming. Reviews describe a structured adoption process (including multiple pre-adoption visits and question-and-answer time) and follow-up after adoption (one adopter reports a check-in call a couple of months later and being invited to get back in touch if needed). There are also mentions of practical support beyond adoptions, such as discounted neutering vouchers obtained via a donation, and advice given for settling nervous cats into a new home. Some reviewers praise the branch’s strict approach to matching pets with adopters, while another review expresses frustration with the restrictions for rehoming.

1066 Veterinary Centre offers routine pet healthcare (wellness screenings, vaccinations, nurse clinics and nutritional advice) and states it treats a range of species including cats, dogs, rabbits, guinea pigs, ferrets and hamsters. It is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility. Recent reviews are mixed. Some owners mention positive interactions with specific staff (for example, one reviewer thanks “Magda and all the staff”), while several others describe problems they associate with recent staffing changes and the use of locum vets. Concrete complaints include long waits with no explanation, disagreements over treatment plans (including dental work), and concerns about outcomes after procedures (ear treatment and post-spay bleeding).

St Annes Veterinary Group is a long-established veterinary practice (the clinic states over 70 years in service). In the latest reviews available to us, owners describe routine ongoing care for cats/kittens and appointments for injuries (including a last‑minute slot for an injured dog). Several reviewers mention vets being thorough and gentle during examinations, and listening to owners’ concerns. There’s also a clear service inconsistency in one review: a caller describes a receptionist interaction that ended with the phone being put down.

Eastbourne Vets is a general veterinary practice (no corporate group affiliation stated in the available information). Based on the information provided, it handles routine appointments and ongoing medication needs, with “emergency veterinary services” also listed in the clinic data (no further details given). Owners specifically mention: - Help “immediately” arranging a cat’s daily medication when an owner had recently moved. - Appointments offered within two days for a worried owner. - A calm, polite atmosphere and on-time appointments, with a clean surgery noted. - A pricing concern from one reviewer who said they were charged £129 for what they felt was a very basic check-up plus worm/flea tablets, without warning.

T W Couzens is described in multiple reviews as a holistic veterinary practice, with an emphasis on diet changes, “natural products,” and alternative therapies alongside clinical care. Reviewers repeatedly mention cases that hadn’t improved elsewhere—such as chronic gastrointestinal issues and skin/allergy problems—then improving after plans set by Tim or Kay. Several owners also note a consultation style that includes taking time to explain what’s happening, plus follow-up support like reading materials and email guidance. Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include: - Diet-led treatment plans for skin/allergy cases (including open, irritated wounds) with ongoing monitoring. - Management of chronic colitis with weight gain and return to normal activity after treatment. - Explanation-heavy appointments, plus “reading material and email support.” - Alternative/holistic therapies recommended and reported as effective by repeat clients.

Downwood Veterinary Centre treats cats and dogs and offers routine care alongside some complementary options (acupuncture) and remote consultations via PetsApp. The practice also states it provides an out-of-hours service. Reviews repeatedly mention a clean, modern setup and clear explanations during appointments; one owner describes the team explaining “what, when and why” before sending them home, and another mentions a dental procedure with follow-up check-ups (two teeth removed, then a recheck). The clinic is also listed as a veterinary nurse training facility.

Well House Vets offers around-the-clock care (as stated on its website) and describes itself as a training practice, meaning student nurses may be involved in your pet’s treatment unless you ask to be seen by a qualified nurse when booking. The website also promotes a Pet Health Club® Plus plan that includes consultations. From the latest reviews available, owners most often describe: - Supportive handling of difficult appointments (including euthanasia, with time given for a final goodbye and payment not requested until the owner was ready). - Routine care for pets including elderly cats, puppies, and multiple cats. - A clear split in experiences: many describe staff as kind and efficient, while one reviewer reports a stressful visit that left their dog bleeding and criticised the vet’s manner.