Referrals at Wilbury

Our vets are known for their specific areas of knowledge and we’re often asked to take on referrals from other clinics.

Exceptional Care, Unbeatable Value

Discover outstanding veterinary care at Wilbury, located in Hove, East Sussex. Our exceptional team of Advanced Practitioners work in close partnership with primary care colleagues to provide unparalleled support and treatment for referred patients.

Our unique Veterinary Practice is equipped with two state-of-the-art operating theatres enabling our team to provide comprehensive surgical treatment, advanced diagnostic imaging, comprehensive patient monitoring and dedicated aftercare.

Fixed-price Orthopaedic packages

At Wilbury we collaborate seamlessly to deliver exceptional patient care that goes above and beyond.

With the support of our highly skilled Registered Veterinary Nurses and compassionate Patient Care Assistants we treat every patient with the same dedication we would give to our own beloved pets.

Rest assured we provide unparalleled care through a range of Orthopaedic fixed-price packages that ensure peace of mind when it matters most.

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Our Referral Services

Orthopaedics

At Wilbury we are proud to have been providing an Orthopaedic referral service for over 29 years. Our Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Orthopaedics Peter Haggis is committed to providing the highest standards of care for cats and dogs.

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Dentistry

Lucy, also one of our Clinical Directors, passed the PgC Certificate in Small Animal Dentistry in 2021 and become an RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery in 2022. Lucy is happy to accept dental referrals or advice enquiries.

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Laparoscopic Neutering

Here at Wilbury, we are experienced in laparoscopic neutering, and we have invested in state-of-the-art equipment at our surgery to carry out this procedure. We offer laparoscopic (“keyhole”) spays to our customers’ dogs and often take referrals from other local veterinary practices.

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Things to remember before arriving for your appointment.

  • Please do not feed your pet from 10pm the evening before surgery. You may be asked to feed a small meal at 7am on the day for puppies or kittens under 12 weeks old. It is also important that rabbits have access to food at all times.
  • Water is allowed up to the appointment.
  • Bring a few things to make your pet feel at home – for instance, their favourite food, a small toy or blanket – but please do not bring bulky beds.

Medical notes

Please check your vet has sent all relevant information, notes and X-rays to us in advance. Please bring any medication your pet is currently receiving.

Appointment times

If you can’t make an appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so we can free up that time for someone else.

Terms of business

We will provide an estimate of the likely costs involved. However, the final costs (particularly in complex cases) may only become apparent at the end of treatment. Usually, the initial treatment is estimated prior to surgery and a guide of what ongoing expense there may be over several weeks can be given. All accounts must be settled in full at the time of your pet’s discharge from the practice. We will, of course, be happy to complete your insurance forms for your reimbursement, if your pet is covered by medical insurance. If you would like us to claim directly from your insurers, this needs to be agreed by us in advance to allow time to speak to them. In addition, we charge a non-reclaimable fee of £32.50 for this service.


Referral practice information form

Please email us a full clinical history and any tests/reports or radiographs already done.

    Is this case likely to need surgery in the next 48 hours?

    Owner Details

    Pet Details

    Please confirm that you have sent the relevant history and a brief covering email to us at [email protected]?

    Please confirm if you have taken radiographs and have emailed them to us at [email protected]?

    Please confirm you have discussed the approximate costs of referral (please email us if you would like an estimate) with your client and that payment is required at the time, unless insurance cover has been preauthorised?


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    Please check you have also emailed any relevant notes and radiographs. We will then contact your client to set up an appointment or be in touch if we need more information.