New Priory Vets

25/06/2026

Summer’s better when your pet is at their best. That’s why our vet nurses are here to help with our reduced price health checks and wellness screenings.

A pet health check is a nose-to-tail check-up for cats, dogs, and rabbits. A wellness screening is a detailed, below-the-surface check for mature cats and dogs.

Call us today to book. Offer ends 12 July 2026. T&Cs apply.

24/06/2026

⚠️ URGENT NOTICE: Our OOH Clinic is at Full Capacity
​Our Out-of-Hours team is currently treating a critically high number of severe heatstroke cases. To ensure we can safely care for the pets currently in our hospital, we are operating under extreme pressure.
​If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please call us immediately at 01273 540430 before coming to the clinic so our triage team can guide you.

​🐾 What You Can Do Right Now:

​Keep pets indoors: Keep them in cool, shaded rooms with fans or air conditioning.
​Hydration is key: Ensure they have constant access to fresh, cool water.
​Skip the walks: Do not exercise your dogs in this heat—even a short walk can be fatal right now.
​Cooling down: If your pet seems warm, use cool (not freezing) water on their paws and belly, or place them on a damp towel.

​🚨 Signs of Heatstroke to Watch For:

​Heavy, frantic panting or gasping for breath
​Bright red or dark gums and tongue
​Lethargy, weakness, or collapse
​Vomiting or diarrhea

​If your pet shows any signs of heatstroke, please call us instantly.

​Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support as our veterinary team works tirelessly to save lives today. Please stay safe and keep your pets cool.

24/06/2026

☀️🐾 Heatstroke Myth Buster: "My pet will move into the shade if they're too hot."

Unfortunately, this isn't always true.

Heatstroke can develop quickly, and some animals may not recognise the danger until it's too late. Age, breed, health conditions, stress, and humidity can all increase the risk. Even animals with access to shade can still overheat on warm days.

🚫 Myth: Shade alone prevents heatstroke.
✅ Fact: Shade helps, but pets also need access to fresh water, good airflow, and a cool environment.

Watch for signs such as excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, or collapse. Heatstroke is a medical emergency and requires immediate veterinary attention.

As temperatures rise, a little extra caution can save lives. Stay cool, stay vigilant, and help keep our furry friends safe this summer. ❤️🐶🐱

24/06/2026

🌞🥵 It's officially the season where pavements become frying pans, car interiors become saunas, and your dog absolutely does not need that midday power walk.

A gentle reminder from the veterinary team: if you're feeling hot, your pet is probably feeling even hotter.

To help keep your furry friends safe:

🐾 Walk dogs early in the morning or later in the evening
🐾 Always provide plenty of fresh water
🐾 Make sure there are cool, shaded areas available
🐾 Never leave pets in a parked car – not even for a few minutes
🐾 Avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest parts of the day
🐾 Remember that brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds can struggle much more in warm weather

If the pavement is too hot for the back of your hand for 5 seconds, it's too hot for paws.

Heatstroke is a genuine emergency and can develop frighteningly quickly. Signs can include excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, weakness, vomiting, collapse, or difficulty breathing.

Your dog's fitness goals can wait. Their safety can't.

Stay cool, stay sensible, and if you're worried your pet may be suffering from heatstroke, please contact us immediately. ☀️🐶🐱

23/06/2026

We have had a Budgerigar handed in to us at the Brighton branch. If you have had one go missing please let us know!

23/06/2026

🌞 With the current heatwave, we'd like to remind everyone to think carefully about whether veterinary visits are essential over the next few days.

If your pet is booked in for a routine appointment and you'd prefer to rearrange, please just give us a call and we'll be happy to help.

Our practice is fully air-conditioned and we'll be doing everything we can to keep the clinic cool and comfortable. However, for brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds such as Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs, unnecessary travel in hot weather can carry additional risks.

If you do need to visit us, please ensure your pet stays cool and hydrated during the journey.

Thank you for your understanding, and please take care of yourselves and your pets in the heat. 🐾

19/06/2026

19/06/2026

We have had a black un-neutered male cat brought into our Peacehaven branch from Dorothy Avenue. Please call us on 01273 540430 if you are missing your cat.

19/06/2026

⚠️ Important Notice – Microchip Scam Calls ⚠️

We have been made aware of an increase in reports from pet owners receiving phone calls regarding their pet's microchip details.

Some callers are claiming that no microchip information is registered, while others already have the owner's details and are requesting payment to "renew" the microchip registration.

Please be aware that these are scam calls.

Neither IVC nor our veterinary practices make outbound calls to clients regarding microchip registration renewals or payments.

If you receive a call of this nature, do not provide any personal or payment information. If you are unsure whether a communication is genuine, please contact the practice directly for advice.

Thank you for helping us keep our clients and pets safe.

15/06/2026

🐾The right start makes all the difference.
Our kitten and puppy starter packs bring together everything your new kitten or puppy needs in one simple, vet-led package for just £99!

Call the practice to find out more!
* T&Cs apply.