Coastway Veterinary Clinic

I took my poorly ferret to the Portslade clinic and Guy was brilliant. He diagnosed her quickly and gave me lots of helpful advice. I highly recommend this clinic as I know how hard it is to find a good ferret vet. He’s an advocate of the raw food diet too!

This is a great Veterinary Clinic!
Having just welcomed a new Cavapoo pup into my life, I’ve been here a fair bit over the last few months. Check-​ups, allergies, ear infections — she’s not been the luckiest pup in the world — but I must say I have been really impressed with the service she’s received here.
Firstly, the clinic itself is very well maintained and the waiting area is open, light and very pleasant. There is a big reception area and large windows/​glass doors that let lots of light in, which is nice. The seats are plastic, but comfy enough, and there is usually a bunch of other pups around to ogle at, which I love! :P
The receptionists here are lovely. Very polite and professional and not grumpy at all. They make you feel very at ease, which can be important if you’re worried about your pet.
As for the vets, I have seen two so far and both have been very helpful and clear. One was more of a people person, the other not so much, but hey! As long as they’re good with my dog, that’s what matters the most.
As for whether this place is expensive or not, I must say that I have no idea as to how it compares to other veterinary clinics as this is my first. A consultation is around £30, which didn’t seem like an excessive amount to me, and it’s worth every penny.
This is a great vets and I would recommend it to anyone. I feel very comfortable bringing my pup here and (bonus) they often have appointments available when you call, for that day, which can be a real lifesaver!

Since getting my springer spaniel last year he has had so many trips to the vets including 2 major operations on his legs. Coastway have been amazingly helpful, flexible and genuinely caring each time we’ve been. Our dog has had the best possible care we could’ve hoped for. I can’t recommend them enough

Some of the vets are better than others saw one who had a caring manner, an emergency vet was also great, but others appear arrogant and insensitive. One of my cats had long drawn out treatment without a clear diagnosis, fortunately, I had insurance, The bill ran into thousands and am not sure if it would have been kinder to have her put to sleep earlier.
But, the vet at Woodingdean is a breath of fresh air and Rottingdean vet is also well thought of. The vet nurses all seem lovely.
The worst thing about Coastway are the reception staff at Freshfield surgery. Most are shockingly rude with sucking pickled lemons faces. While they do need to collect money, they are without an ounce of compassion. Even if it is agreed that your insurer will pay them direct, they treat customers as if they are on the fiddle.
Coastway is probably no more expensive than other vets, and if convenient, would suggest using Woodingdean or Rottingdean if possible.

Excellent service, with extremely friendly vets who really seem to love their job.
I took my puppy in for his second vaccinations and a general check up and was given time to discuss questions I had and had them answered knowledgeably and in depth. Everyone there made a big fuss of him and made him feel at ease!
I can personally recommend Jenny Hill — She’s lovely.
They also hold ‘puppy parties’ there — where you can take along you’re pup and have wee training sessions with other pups — good chance to make some doggy friends! They also have a list of numbers for different kind of behavioural trainers and will probably tell you who is the best suited for your dog.
You can also purchase recommended food and toys for your precious pets!

I have an English Bull Terrier and use Coastway. She has a great temperament, but obviously has at times been in pain when visiting the vets or has had to have something painful done. Never once have they muzzled her. They always handle and treat her calmly. She never minds going! I don’t find them that expensive either, about average really.

I always take my pets there (fancy rats). Very professional and understanding staff. Brilliant service, very modern and clean clinic.