Seadown Veterinary Services Limited

Seadown Veterinary Services Limited provides small-animal care (dogs, cats and rabbits) and also works in equine medicine, with the practice website citing 100 years of experience. Based on the website and recent reviews, the clinic appears set up for higher-acuity cases as well as referrals—particularly eye problems—alongside routine care: owners describe hospital-style treatment for serious emergencies (including overnight/continuous care such as drip therapy), and multiple reviews name an ophthalmologist who performs same-day assessment and surgery when needed. Recent reviewers also describe practical, decision-focused communication (long consultations explained in plain language) and regular updates during hospitalisation; one review raises concerns about cost, delays, and not seeing the same vet consistently.

Services

•Small-animal care for dogs, cats and rabbits (website).
•Equine medicine mentioned on the practice website.
•Eye referral service (website), with recent reviews describing
•Ophthalmology consultations where owners “never feel rushed.”
•Entropion assessment and same-day surgery when an eye ulcer was suspected/seen from photos (review).
•Emergency / urgent care (structured clinic data), with reviews describing
•Out-of-hours emergencies being handled “twice” for serious issues (review).
•Rapid triage on arrival for a cat hit by a car (review).
•Treatment for a toxic medication overdose including being put on a drip for 2–3 days with ongoing care (review).
•Veterinary nurse training facility (structured clinic data).

People

•Ophthalmologist Miroslava (review): described as thorough, explains clearly, doesn’t rush consultations, and helps pets stay relaxed (one owner mentions treats helped their dog feel at ease).
•Dr Palenikova (review): credited with quickly recognising risk from owner photos, asking them to come in immediately, and offering same-day surgery for entropion/ulcer concern; the owner reports rapid pain relief and healing within a week.
•Nurses and reception team (reviews): repeatedly mentioned for fast intake during emergencies, kindness when owners were distressed, providing twice-daily updates during hospitalisation, and being flexible about settling a large bill across two payments.

Reviews

4.4 stars from 225 reviews. The - Strong emergency handling and hospital-level care: examples include immediate help for a road-traffic–injured cat, and multi-day inpatient treatment (drip for 2–3 days) after a serious medication overdose.

•Clear explanations and time spent in consults: one family describes a surgeon spending ~45 minutes explaining options in plain language and even reducing the bill; ophthalmology consults are described as thorough and unhurried.
•Communication during inpatient care: one owner reports being updated twice daily while their cat was hospitalised.
•Cost and continuity concerns are raised by at least one reviewer: “overpriced,” “always running late,” and “never seen the same vet twice,” alongside mixed experiences (“sometimes… good… at others… dismal”).

Reviews for Seadown Veterinary Services Limited

Note: Showing the 5 most recent Google reviews out of 225 we track in total. Recent reviews may not be representative of overall sentiment.

adam holmes

a week ago

Prompt and efficient care and advice

Mark Robinson

I’ve had to use sea down around a half dozen times, never seen the same vet twice, always running late, overpriced and whilst the service has sometimes been good, at others it has been dismal.

Chrissy Russell

3 weeks ago

paul Richards

a month ago

Due to a severe medical issue with our dog we were advised to go to Hythe which is more of a pet hospital, from the moment we first walked in ,to the point we left ALL of the staff were ,fantastic, the surgeon was very thorough and even though we had the last appointment of the day and I’d imagine the lady wanted to go home at one point I was in with the surgeon with my 20 year old daughter, I had to go out to move my car and the lady spent a further 45 mins talking and explaining very concisely but also in “laymen’s terms” so my daughter fully understood everything she needed to know and she highlighted my daughters choices. At the end of the appointment my daughter was expecting to have to pay more for her time but she actually reduced the bill to help my daughter with her choices . Her empathy, understanding and care was absolutely amazing, I think a score of 10/10would fall way short of the mark for everything the practice did, would I recommend them? Without any doubt whatsoever

Alicia Pidgley

Sara Quinnell

2 weeks ago

My daughter & I found a seriously injured cat that had been hit by a car & left in the road. He had severe injuries to his back legs & spine but I managed to snuggle him in my jumper & we rushed him to Seadown. The staff instantly ran to take him from me at which point the shock hit me & I couldn't stop shaking. The 2 receptionists & the nurses were so caring and kind, for which my daughter and I are extremely grateful x

Ian Millard

Have had cats registered with the practice over the past 15 years. Usually use the Lymington office; the animal hospital at Hythe we use only for more serious matters. Most recently, cat was accidentally given a capsule of human anti-inflammatory/painkiller instead of a prescribed cat medicine. A massive overdose. Could have killed her. Managed to get cat to vet at animal hospital for initial treatment within 2 hours. She was put on drip for 2-3 days and treated otherwise as well. After 2.5 days, she was well enough to come home. We were kept updated twice-daily by staff, who seemed genuinely caring. Cat is now back to normal, instead of being dead or permanently injured, all thanks to the vets, nurses, and other staff. The bill was rather expensive, to say the least, and I could only settle about 80% of it on the day of cat's discharge from hospital, but the reception staff lady accepted that without fuss, and I was able to pay the rest on the following day, by telephone. Excellent service, and will certainly continue as client.

Sarah cooke

3 months ago

Really impressed with the level of care we received from ophthalmologist Miroslava. You can really tell she is passionate about her job. She was very thorough explaining everything to us & you never feel rushed. Her care for the animals is second to none. My french bulldog was very at ease in her company and enjoyed her tasty treats. The reception staff are also a pleasure to deal with. Thank you!

Ian Clague

Dr Palenikova was absolutely marvellous. Our chowsky puppy Jaspe had been suffering terribly with entropion eyelids. Our general vet was recommending that we wait until Jaspe was fully grown before operating. Dr Palenikova recognised from our photos that an ulcer had formed in Jaspe’s right eye. She asked us to come to her right away and offered to perform the surgery the same day. Jaspe was quickly out of pain and her old playful, cheeky self again. The ulcer healed within a week and her eye was saved. We are so very grateful to Dr Palenikova for her rapid and skilful intervention. The right decision and the right specialist! Ian & Dominika

Karen Evans-McDaid

5 months ago

I can’t recommend Seadown Vets in Hythe highly enough. I’ve used their out-of-hours service twice for serious emergencies, and each time the team responded with genuine compassion and professionalism. Most recently, my rescue cat underwent a transformative procedure, and the care shown by the vets and nurses was outstanding. They were kind, supportive, and encouraged me to share my pet’s story - something they handled with their PR agency with the utmost respect and sensitivity. Every experience has been incredibly positive. Thank you to the entire team for the exceptional care you provide.