About Veterinary Care in West Sussex
This guide helps pet owners compare local veterinary options in West Sussex based on services, animal coverage, and availability. West Sussex is home to numerous veterinary clinics offering a wide range of services including routine care, surgery, diagnostics, dental care, and emergency treatment. From small animal practices specializing in dogs and cats to large animal and equine vets, the county provides comprehensive veterinary care for all types of pets and livestock. The veterinary clinics in West Sussex provide essential services to pet owners across the region, with many offering 24-hour emergency care, specialist referral services, and advanced diagnostic capabilities. Whether you're looking for a local family vet or specialist care, West Sussex has options to meet your needs.
Top Vets in West Sussex
Highly rated veterinary clinics across West Sussex, ranked by service quality and reviews
Vetsy is an online veterinary service offering video appointments (with live chat also mentioned) for dogs and cats, with written prescriptions and an aftercare/action plan provided after the call. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available information. Recent reviews repeatedly describe: prescriptions and written consultation notes arriving by email straight after the appointment, vets assessing pets both verbally and visually over video, and follow-up contact to check recovery in at least one case.
Vetsy is an online veterinary service offering video appointments (with live chat also mentioned) for dogs and cats, with written prescriptions and an aftercare/action plan provided after the call. Ownership (independent vs corporate group) isn’t stated in the available information. Recent reviews repeatedly describe: prescriptions and written consultation notes arriving by email straight after the appointment, vets assessing pets both verbally and visually over video, and follow-up contact to check recovery in at least one case.
Medivet Broadbridge / Harvest Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group. The clinic’s website positions it for routine preventative care (15‑minute consultations, vaccinations, parasite care) as well as work-ups supported by on-site diagnostics (in-house lab, ultrasound and X‑ray). Recent reviewers most often mention being able to get appointments quickly and vets explaining what they’re doing during handling/exams.
Medivet Broadbridge / Harvest Veterinary Clinic is part of the Medivet group. The clinic’s website positions it for routine preventative care (15‑minute consultations, vaccinations, parasite care) as well as work-ups supported by on-site diagnostics (in-house lab, ultrasound and X‑ray). Recent reviewers most often mention being able to get appointments quickly and vets explaining what they’re doing during handling/exams.
Arthur Lodge Veterinary Surgery is independently owned by DNA Vetcare and advertises 24-hour emergency vet care (7 days a week, 365 days a year). The clinic positions itself for cases that may need hospitalisation and advanced procedures, including keyhole surgery, alongside routine health checks/clinics and preventative healthcare. From the latest reviews available, owners describe being seen quickly for urgent problems (one report of being seen within 1.5 hours of the first call, even though the pet wasn’t registered), and getting clear, direct explanations about “what awaits us next.” Pain relief for a cat is specifically mentioned, and another reviewer notes the visit felt a reasonable price.
Arthur Lodge Veterinary Surgery is independently owned by DNA Vetcare and advertises 24-hour emergency vet care (7 days a week, 365 days a year). The clinic positions itself for cases that may need hospitalisation and advanced procedures, including keyhole surgery, alongside routine health checks/clinics and preventative healthcare. From the latest reviews available, owners describe being seen quickly for urgent problems (one report of being seen within 1.5 hours of the first call, even though the pet wasn’t registered), and getting clear, direct explanations about “what awaits us next.” Pain relief for a cat is specifically mentioned, and another reviewer notes the visit felt a reasonable price.
Our Score (88/100)
Andrews Meadows Veterinary Surgery is an independent, family-run small-animal practice founded by vets Dawn Meadows and Dan Andrews. From the website, it’s set up as a purpose-built practice offering small animal surgery, alongside practical day-to-day support like repeat prescriptions, pet registration, and online appointment booking for registered clients. In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention a consistent-vet experience (not a chain), with specific praise for Dan’s gentle handling during puppy visits and for the team looking after a range of pets including cats, a dog, and a bird.
Andrews Meadows Veterinary Surgery is an independent, family-run small-animal practice founded by vets Dawn Meadows and Dan Andrews. From the website, it’s set up as a purpose-built practice offering small animal surgery, alongside practical day-to-day support like repeat prescriptions, pet registration, and online appointment booking for registered clients. In the latest reviews available, owners repeatedly mention a consistent-vet experience (not a chain), with specific praise for Dan’s gentle handling during puppy visits and for the team looking after a range of pets including cats, a dog, and a bird.
Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries describes itself as an independent, family-run small animal practice (ownership taken on by Jonathan and Annelise Underwood in April 2012), with Danielle and Fabian Kaelin joining as Assistant Directors in July 2021. The website also states they see exotics and have Fear Free Certified Practitioners. From the latest reviews available, owners mention consultations that feel unhurried and thorough (including detailed discussion of results), and vets who can settle nervous pets (one dog described as “very timid” but calmed during the appointment). Recent feedback also includes practical, day-to-day advice (e.g., guidance on joint supplements).
Hawthorn Veterinary Surgeries describes itself as an independent, family-run small animal practice (ownership taken on by Jonathan and Annelise Underwood in April 2012), with Danielle and Fabian Kaelin joining as Assistant Directors in July 2021. The website also states they see exotics and have Fear Free Certified Practitioners. From the latest reviews available, owners mention consultations that feel unhurried and thorough (including detailed discussion of results), and vets who can settle nervous pets (one dog described as “very timid” but calmed during the appointment). Recent feedback also includes practical, day-to-day advice (e.g., guidance on joint supplements).
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