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Eastbourne Companion Care
Inside Pets at HomeAdmiral Retail Park
Lottbridge Drove
Eastbourne
Sussex
BN23 6QD 01323 649 315
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Cardiology
If your pet develops a heart condition, we can support you and your pet at every step of the way, starting from diagnosis to ongoing care. Practice owner Warwick holds both the GPCert (Cardio) and the PgC Small Animal Cardiology Studies, as well as a Masters in General Practice. He is happy to receive referrals for investigation of cardiorespiratory disease including murmur investigation, collapse, irregular heart rhythms and coughing.
Dentistry
The treatment and prevention of dental disease, using range of specialist equipment including dental x-rays. Our Vet Michaela Dawkins can receive referrals for advanced dentistry.
Holistic, Acupuncture & Behaviourist
Vicky Payne BVet Med GDWVHM DipCABT (RQF level 6) MRCVS is a holistic vet with a post graduate diploma in western veterinary herbal medicine and over 15 years' experience in veterinary acupuncture. Vicky is also a level 6 qualified behaviourist and accepts referrals.
Endoscopy
A wide range of rigid and flexible endoscopes to aid in minimally invasive diagnostics and procedures. Dr Ricardo Canha holds the GPCert(endo) and can take referrals for rigid and flexible endoscopy.
Keyhole Surgery
Keyhole is a minimally invasive surgical technique to explore the abdomen with two to three small ‘keyhole’ incisions. We are pleased to have invested considerably in our team and kit to make minimally invasive surgery available to our clients. Dr Ricardo Canha holds the GPCert (endo) and laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery.
Meet the team
Warwick Payne
Joint Venture Partner and Veterinary Surgeon
BVetMed GPCert(Cardio) PgC Small Animal Cardiology Studies MSc(VetGP) MRCVS
AKA Mr P the JVP. Warwick qualified from the Royal Veterinary College London in 1998. He has spent his whole career in small animal practice gaining a Master’s degree in Veterinary general practice (MscVetGP) in 2005. He has worked hard to look after the animals in Eastbourne since 2008 building the current practice from day one with his wife Vicky.
He has an interest in cardiology and ultrasound. He also enjoys some orthopedic procedures, regularly performing MMP cruciate procedures and luxating patella surgeries. Warwick is also experienced in a variety of more complex soft tissue procedures such as “cherry eye” replacement and BOAS surgery (widening the nostrils and shortening soft palates in brachycephalic dog breeds). He says “I believe veterinary General Practice as a specialist area in its own right” “I try to involve owners as much as possible, explaining conditions so that we can take a co-operative approach to case management with owners to help them get the best result for their pets in line their circumstances”.
As Warwick holds a master’s degree in Veterinary General Practice, he is an assessor for the RCVS certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (CertAVP) marking examination modules in veterinary primary care. He has a passion for helping newly qualified vets in the first few years in practice to help them transition from theory to practical.
Warwick lives at home with his wife Vicky the Vet and his ever growing pack of Springer Spaniels although he would quite like his own Maine Coon Cat.
Vicky is our go to vet on dog breeding and behavior, as well as having her qualifications in holistic and veterinary acupuncture. She is one of only a handful of vets nationally to hold a qualification in herbal medicine.
Her passion is her Springer Spaniels and writing her blogs. If we cannot find Vicky she will be having a few quiet moments playing escape games during her lunchtime. Vicky lives at home with Warwick and given the chance can easily digest a good book in a day.
Transplanted over from the United States in 2018, Michaela is a big part of our busy practice. She graduated with her veterinary degree from Louisiana State University in 2014. She has been working in veterinary general practice ever since, both in Florida and West Virginia. Michaela likes general practice and has a special interest in exotics and zoo animals.
When not working, Michaela likes to read and enjoys watching movies with her two cats, Percy and Achilles. She also spends lots of time exploring to make the most of living in a new country.
Ricardo Canha
Veterinary Surgeon
MRCVS
Daniel De Diego
Veterinary Surgeon
MRCVS
Laura Saleta
Veterinary Surgeon
MRCVS
As head Nurse Lisa goes above and beyond. There are not enough hours in the day for Lisa, if she isn’t busy providing unrivalled love and attention to our in patients and supporting the vets, she is guiding our team of dedicated nurses in their clinical skills.
You will also often see her providing first class advice at reception too. Lisa lives at home with her husband, her dog Tess and Terence the tortoise.
Gen joined the team as a student veterinary nurse in 2016 and qualified in July 2017, since then she graduated from the Royal Veterinary College with a BSc Degree with honours in Veterinary Nursing. Gen particularly enjoys medical nursing and if you bring a boxer dog to see her she will be your best friend!
In Gen’s spare time she enjoys dining out and going to the cinema, she lives at home with her fiancée, Betty the bunny and her latest addition Forrest the three legged kitten
Danielle Martin
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Ami Biles
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Amy Scully
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Hannah Cutler
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Hazel Fisher
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Alison Wootton
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Alisha Wardle
Registered Veterinary Nurse
RVN
Amber Townshend
Student Veterinary Nurse
Rebecca has over ten years’ experience as a veterinary nurse assistant. She has studied in animal care and qualified with NVQ Level 2 and First Diploma. Her entire working life has been spent with animals, before her career in the veterinary industry she in kennels and animal rescue centres.
Rebecca has a great interest in large dog breeds, the bigger the better! Her personal favourite is the St Bernard, one day she plans to have one of her own. Rebecca’s also enjoys swimming, cycling, going to see live music and visiting places of interest.
Mollie
Student Veterinary Nurse
Orla
Student Veterinary Nurse
Alison is our everlasting Practice Manager, as you can see by our blogs she has a hard time trying to keep us in line. Joining the practice in 2010 she has seen the practice grow and is proud to be a part of it. She has a passion for client care and will help with any problems big or small with staff and clients. Alison's home life is just as busy with six children, and one grandchild she also has several snakes and gecko's, in her spare time she likes to take walks with her dog Alice and enjoys reading.
After returning from travelling Chloe decided on a career change, so she joined the Companion Care family in March 2016 and never looked back.
Chloe thoroughly enjoys working with the reception team, she is also keen to learn so would love to progress her career towards ANA nursing in the future.
Outside of work Chloe enjoys reading, photography & being an adrenaline junkie. She also adores spending time with her Dachshund Ellie and two cats … One of which is Sebastian the Siamese who you may have seen helping on reception in the past.
Summer Ridley
Veterinary Receptionist
Kim Cocklin
Veterinary Receptionist
Jo Andrew
Lead Veterinary Receptionist
Tracy Musgrave
Veterinary Receptionist
Emma has always loved animals, she has a keen interest in learning about them too.
She was a student at Plumpton College at 18, which she enjoyed and came away with a diploma in animal management.
Joining the Companion Care Team in March 2023, you will find Emma in reception where she's always happy to strike up a conversation with our clients and their pets. Emma says she loves it and won't leave until she retires.
She has a keen interest in gardening and grows her own vegetables, plants and teas, she also loves to travel.
Leigh Parsons
Finance Coordinator
Companion Care Eastbourne is committed to bringing you affordable, high quality care via a modern, well equipped practice, including a lab, pharmacy, digital x-ray and ultrasound. Plus, on site car parking too!
The friendly team can't wait to meet all of their new clients!
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Services
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Emergency coverEven if we are closed, we have your pet covered.
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MicrochippingA microchip can help retrieve lost pets
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OrthopaedicsSurgery of joints and bones.
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Operating TheatreAn operating theatre with gaseous anaesthetic facility for surgical procedures.
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Separate Cat & Dog Waiting AreasSeparate cat and dog waiting areas, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
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Separate Cat & Dog WardsSeparate cat and dog hospital wards, designed to ensure your pet is kept in a comfortably stress free environment.
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Digital X-RayDigital X ray equipment is available.
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Isolation UnitA special ward to care for animals with contagious diseases.
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EndoscopyAn endoscope is a long tube connected to a light source and video camera that sends real time images to a television screen for viewing. Endoscopy is the use of an endoscope within internal structures and organs of the body. The endoscope can be inserted through natural openings such as the mouth, nose or rectum to reach the structure of interest.
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Echocardiography (heart scans)Generates a 2D moving image of your pet's heart.
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Blood Pressure MonitorUsed to measure the range of blood pressure as a preventative treatment to identify early signs of systemic hypertension.
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ECGECG is also available to keep your pet's heart healthy.
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UltrasoundGenerates 2-D moving images of your pet’s internal organs at work.
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BiochemistryAllows an assessment of the functionality of a patients organs.
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HaematologyAllows the assessment of a patient's blood and blood cells.
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In-house LaboratoryA range of analytical tests and equipment to assist in the rapid diagnosis of illness.
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X-RayGenerates digital 2D images of bones and internal organs.
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X-Ray & UltrasoundX-Ray & Ultrasound
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Weight ClinicMonitoring clinic to help dogs and cats achieve optimal weights – both if they have been under or overweight
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Soft Tissue SurgerySurgical procedures involving the soft tissues such as ears and skin.
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PrescriptionsWe can provide written prescriptions upon request.
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Health PlansDesigned to cover all the regular pet care essentials such as vaccinations and flea and worm prevention, whilst saving you money.
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PhysiotherapySupports your pets' strength and mobility.
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Nutritional AdviceAdvice and support for our pet's diet.
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Nurse ClinicAppointments with a highly qualified nurse which can cover anything from nutrition and fitness advice, grooming techniques, to pet socialisation classes.
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MedicationMedication
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Locally OwnedThis practice is locally owned.
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Laser TreatmentTherapeutic laser therapy.
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Keyhole SurgeryIn human medicine ‘keyhole’ surgery or laparoscopy has been used for many years given its reduced surgical trauma and quicker recovery times compared to traditional 'open' surgery.
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Hospital WardSuite of custom-built kennels for the housing and monitoring of in-patients.
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Dental X-RayUnlike humans, dogs need to be under general anesthesia for dental X-rays. Anesthesia is considered to be a safe procedure and will be performed after a general examination. It is tailored to the individual and your dog is continuously monitored during the dental exam.
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Cruciate SurgerySurgery to repair damaged stifle ligaments.
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BehaviouristThe Behaviourist approach to learning studied changes in behaviour that are caused by a person's direct experience of their environment, using the principles of classical and operant conditioning to explain them.
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AnaestheticGeneral anaesthetic enables us to perform many procedures kindly and safely for your pet.
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Air Way SurgeryAir Way Surgery
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AcupunctureAcupuncture has evolved from the ancient art of placing needles into particular locations on the body in order to alleviate pain, improve recovery rates and increase resistance to disease. It has been practised by the Chinese and other Eastern cultures for thousands of years and may be used to treat a wide variety of illnesses in people and animals.
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Open 7 Days a WeekWe are open 7 days a week.
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DentistryThe treatment and prevention of dental disease
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CardiologyCardiology
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UltrasonographyA diagnostic imaging technique that allows vets to view internal organs, tendons, muscles, blood vessels, bones
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Hearing Loop InductionHearing Loop
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Small Mammal Medicine and SurgerySmall Mammal Medicine and Surgery
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Progesterone TestingProgesterone
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Referrals and 2nd OpinionsOur specialist referral centres offer referral support to first-opinion practices throughout the UK.
Practice accreditations
Health Plans
Health Plan
Complete Care Plus
Health Plan
Complete Care Junior
Out of hours
Inside St Anne's Vet Group,
6 St Anne's Rd,
Eastbourne
BN21 2DJ
Tel: Telephone: 01323 325 168
Standard consultation fees start from £320.