Best Vets in East Sussex

Fairfield House Veterinary Surgery is an independent practice in Uckfield, established in 1953, treating companion animals, farm animals, and exotic animals. The clinic says it provides a 24-hour out-of-hours emergency service on its own premises with its own veterinary staff, and recent reviews continue to describe the emergency service as in-house. Owners regularly mention rapid access for urgent cases, clear discussion of treatment options including acupuncture, and thoughtful communication during ongoing care.

• •Recent reviews are strongly positive overall, with many owners describing the care as kind, professional and personal. - Handling of anxious, nervous or less co-operative pets is a standout theme, especially dogs that need a slower, gentler approach. - Tim Pittman and Petra receive specific praise for their manner with pets and owners, while reception staff are often described as welcoming and helpful.

• •Many recent 5-star reviews praise the practice for a friendly front desk, caring vets, clear information, and a collaborative approach to decisions. - There is strong long-term loyalty in the feedback, with some families saying they have used the practice for 20 years or more. - At-home euthanasia stands out as a consistently praised experience, especially in reviews mentioning Claire and Louise.

T W Couzens in Lewes is presented as a holistic veterinary practice, combining clinical care with diet changes, natural products, and alternative therapies where appropriate. Reviews consistently describe the team taking time to explain problems clearly and offering follow-up support such as reading material and email guidance. Owners often mention improvement in longer-running skin, allergy, and digestive cases, including pets that had made limited progress elsewhere.

Medivet Maresfield – The Forest Vet is part of the Medivet group. The practice is set up for routine small-animal care as well as diagnostics and surgery, with an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, X-rays, separate dog and cat wards, and two surgical suites. Appointments are listed as 15 minutes, and out-of-hours care is arranged via Medivet 24 Hour Faygate, with free phone assessment and a stated consult fee if you attend.

Meridian Veterinary Practice Ltd in Peacehaven has been providing veterinary care since the 1980s and is a veterinary nurse training facility. It offers routine and urgent care for pets, with reviews describing quick help in emergencies, coordinated treatment for seriously unwell animals, and compassionate end-of-life support. Recent feedback remains largely positive about the team’s kindness, professionalism, and handling of nervous pets.

• •Many recent reviewers single out James for his calm manner, clear explanations and patient handling, especially with anxious rescue dogs that struggle with the normal clinic environment. - Owners describe thoughtful, measured treatment decisions, including cases involving digestive upset and an evening visit after a possible fit, with praise for not pushing unnecessary interventions. - Serious and sensitive care is a recurring theme, including one detailed account of support from a cancer diagnosis through to a peaceful end-of-life.

Mojo Vets is an independent practice in Hastings with two permanent vet owners and an emphasis on continuity of care, so clients can often see familiar faces. The clinic offers in-house dental facilities including dental radiography, along with abdomen and heart scans. Recent feedback is especially strong around dentistry, surgery and clear, compassionate communication, although there is one sharply critical review about emergency handling alongside many positive accounts of prompt urgent care.

• •Responsive in emergencies: reviews describe the team seeing injured pets quickly, including one owner who said their dog was treated immediately after they arrived without an appointment. - Strong out-of-hours support: one detailed review praises the on-call vet for answering on Christmas Day and coming into the clinic to provide euthanasia for a cat in severe pain. - Kind, professional handling: owners regularly mention a friendly reception team and caring clinical staff who help anxious or injured pets feel at ease.

Vets2Home – Peaceful Pet Goodbyes focuses on at-home end-of-life visits for pets, with owners consistently describing a calm, unhurried process and clear communication from first contact through aftercare. Recent feedback continues to emphasise home visits arranged at short notice, including weekend availability, and vets who explain each step carefully while giving families time and space. Reviews also point to well-organised cremation and ashes arrangements, with regular updates and flexible aftercare options.