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Wilbury Veterinary Services Limited

#1 Vet in Hove, East Sussex

4.8
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Wilbury Veterinary Services Limited – Vets in Hove

Updated January 2026
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Clinic Overview

Wilbury Veterinary Services Limited presents itself as a family-run, “boutique” practice focused on a more tailored experience for owners. Reviewers repeatedly describe it as a place they turn to for urgent appointments, complex or unclear conditions, and surgical aftercare—alongside support for anxious rescue dogs and end-of-life decisions.

Concrete specifics mentioned by owners include same-day urgent fit-ins (including on a public holiday), regular post-op updates with photos, and a clinic setup with separate waiting areas for cats and dogs. Surgical work is also directly referenced in reviews (including TPLO surgery, wound stitching after a fight, and other procedures), and one owner describes the vet contacting the Royal College of Vets while working up a difficult diagnosis.

Services

Services and capabilities explicitly referenced in the available information include

  • Veterinary nurse training facility (listed in clinic data)
  • Urgent/same-day care (owners describe being “fitted in straight away” when urgent care was needed)
  • Surgery and procedures, including
  • TPLO surgery (dog)
  • Wound repair/stitching after an injury
  • Operations with post-operative monitoring/updates (one owner mentions “her first operation”)
  • Other procedures (one owner references multiple procedures including “surgery on his anus”)
  • Diagnostics and complex case management
  • A reviewer describes a difficult puppy case where the vet pursued a diagnosis over multiple appointments and medications, including seeking external input (contacting the Royal College of Vets)
  • End-of-life care
  • Several reviews describe compassionate support when options were limited, including making pets comfortable and providing a peaceful experience
  • Handling nervous/anxious pets
  • Multiple owners mention careful handling for highly strung or rescue dogs, aiming to minimise stress

People

Named team members who appear in recent reviews

  • Rosie Lane (vet/veterinary surgeon, as described by reviewers) Owners highlight clear explanations, comfort-focused care when outcomes were poor, and careful handling—particularly with anxious dogs and difficult procedures. One urgent-care reviewer also mentions she “explained her condition very clearly.”

  • Amy Perrin (veterinary nurse, as described by a reviewer) Mentioned for staying after her shift to support an urgent visit when there were no treatment options available.

  • Jo (role not stated in the review, but described as providing veterinary care) Credited with pursuing a hard-to-diagnose, severe puppy illness over months, coordinating further opinion (including contacting the Royal College of Vets), and continuing treatment until recovery.

  • Peter and Anna (roles not stated) Mentioned as part of the team involved throughout a dog’s TPLO surgery “from start to finish,” with owners emphasising reassurance and attentiveness.

  • Reception team (not named) Repeatedly mentioned for practical help (including guidance on sorting pet insurance) and supportive communication during stressful periods.

Reviews

4.8 stars from 696 reviews. - Urgent access and responsiveness: owners describe being fit in immediately when care was needed urgently.

  • Surgery and aftercare communication: examples include TPLO surgery, stitches after an injury, and owners receiving regular updates/photos during recovery.
  • Clear explanations and help with difficult decisions: multiple reviews focus on end-of-life consultations and situations where “there weren’t any options,” with emphasis on comfort and clarity.
  • Strong handling skills for nervous/rescue dogs: several owners describe highly strung or rescue dogs being managed with minimal stress—even dogs that typically dislike vets tolerating visits and procedures.
  • Cost is mentioned in mixed terms: one reviewer notes some people find treatment “slightly more expensive,” while also stating the practice made efforts to reduce costs (e.g., combining procedures or offering a range of treatment options).

Special Services

Vet Nurse Training

Location

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