Pulborough – your local AVG Practice.

Exceptional care, on your doorstep

A warm welcome awaits you and your pet at our Pulborough clinic. Pulborough is one of our smaller, community-focused practices, with a peaceful, unrushed feel and a close-knit team who get to know you and your pet well. Pulborough holds a special place in AVG history: it was the practice where it all started with Francis Hunter back in 1972. Find out more about AVG’s heritage.

Get in touch

Call – 01798 872089
Email – pulborough@arunvetgroup.co.uk

Book appointment

Chat via WhatsApp

Opening hours

Mon-Fri – 8am-7pm
Closed on weekends and bank holidays.
Outside these hours our emergency team is here.

For 24-hour emergencies, call – 01903 746028

Find us

121 Lower Street, Pulborough, RH20 2BP

Easy access

We have several dedicated parking spaces in our car park, with direct access from the car park to reception. If you need help getting your pet from the car, call us when you arrive and we will come and help.

Every moment covered

Outside opening hours, your pet is cared for by our own emergency and critical care teams at our Storrington hospital. As part of AVG, they have seamless access to your pet’s records, and communicate directly with the Pulborough team, so care transfers smoothly to the hospital and back again whenever needed. Call 01903 746028 at any time. More about our emergency care.

Comforting Care

Our Pulborough practice is fully equipped for all your pet’s routine care, so there is rarely any need to travel. Our welcoming design will help you feel at home from the moment you arrive, and behind the scenes your pet will feel cosy and safe in our separate, air-conditioned cat and dog wards.

Services available for Pulborough clients

Pulborough is equipped for all of your pet’s everyday care, so most visits begin and end here. If they ever need our advanced facilities, we will care for them at our Storrington hospital, with your Pulborough team involved throughout.

Everyday care

Consultations and health checks
Vaccinations and preventative healthcare
VIP Care Plan
Parasite prevention and treatment
Repeat prescriptions and dispensing
Puppy and kitten care
Senior pet clinics
Nurse clinics
Weight management
Behaviour advice
Travel services (AHCs – Animal Health Certificates)
End-of-life care
(Home visits available with advance notice)

Diagnostics and treatment

On-site blood and urine tests
Microscopy
Digital x-ray
BVA hip and elbow scoring
Ultrasound
Anaesthesia with multiparameter monitoring
Intravenous fluid therapy
Neutering
Dentistry
Routine surgery such as lump removal
Inpatient care

Advanced and emergency

24/7 emergency and critical care on site*
Advanced internal medicine investigations*
Accredited eye scoring*
Ophthalmic surgery, including cataract removal*
Advanced orthopaedic surgery*
CT imaging*
Endoscopy*
Laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery*
Physiotherapy and rehabilitation*
Advanced abdominal surgery*

*available to this practice’s clients at its supporting hospitals.

Meet the team at Pulborough

The vets, nurses, receptionists and support team you will see when you visit.

Veterinary Surgeons

Christina Birks

DVM MRCVS

Veterinary Surgeon

Pulborough

Christina graduated from St George’s University in Grenada in 2017. She began her career in mixed practice in North Wales before moving to Surrey, where she discovered a passion for emergency and critical care while working in out-of-hours practice. Christina joined AVG and is now the Lead Vet at our Pulborough branch. She enjoys all aspects of general practice but has a particular interest in managing emergency and critically ill patients, combining a calm and compassionate approach with high-quality clinical care.

Outside of work, Christina enjoys hiking and making the most of the beautiful South Downs countryside.

Veterinary Nursing Team

Lauren Trifonos-Sillito

Lead Registered Veterinary Nurse

Pulborough

Lauren qualified as a veterinary nurse in July 2023, after training at our Westergate practice. She then spent time as one of our roving nurses, supporting teams across all our practices, before becoming lead nurse at our Pulborough practice.

In 2025, Lauren achieved her International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) Certificate in Feline Nursing. She enjoys all aspects of nursing, but feline care is her real passion, and she loves creating a calm, cat-friendly environment for both patients and their owners. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling and baking, and shares her home with her cat, Margot, who first arrived at one of our practices as a stray.

Jade Ridge

Registered Veterinary Nurse

Pulborough

Jade joined AVG in October 2020, starting at our Pulborough branch before moving to a full-time role at Storrington Hospital. She particularly enjoys inpatient care and is passionate about supporting patients throughout their time in hospital. A trained Clinical Coach, Jade enjoys supporting student veterinary nurses throughout their training and helping them develop confidence in their skills. She is currently gaining further experience in medical nursing and is due to begin a Medical Nursing Certificate in July 2026.

Outside of work, Jade has a silver Bengal cat called Luna. In her spare time, she enjoys country walks, reading and travelling abroad.

Meet the wider AVG team

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Pulborough veterinary PRACTICE FAQs

How do I request a repeat prescription for my pet?

The fastest and simplest way is to order the medicine via our online shop here. You can also request a repeat prescription via PetsApp. Simply click ‘chat with us’ and remember to include the medicine name, strength, the amount you need and the current dose. If you prefer, you can complete the form on this page, or call the practice and our team will help.

How much notice do you need for a repeat prescription?

We need at least 48 hours to prepare most prescriptions safely – some medicines may take longer. If you need the medicine for a specific day, please call us to chat it to ensure we can have it ready for you in time.

Where can I collect my pet’s medicine from?

If you order via our online shop, then there’s no need to collect at all – you can have it delivered straight to your home. If you’d prefer to collect it, then simply let us know which of our practices you would like to collect it from, and we’ll make sure it’s waiting there for you.

What happens if my pet hasn’t been seen in the last 6 months?

We’re required by law to carry out a clinical assessment of our patients prior to prescribing medicines for them. For most medicines this means having examined them within 6 months of the repeat prescriptions, however for some medicines this may be as little as 3 months, or as much as 12 months. We will advise you if we aren’t able to prescribe the medicines you’ve requested, and will help you book an appointment so that we can give your pet a full examination before prescribing their medicine. This is also a great opportunity for you to ask any questions or raise any concerns about your pet’s health.

Can I get my pet’s medicines delivered to my home?

Yes, simply order them via our online shop, which you can access here.

What should I bring with me to collect the prescription?

When collecting a prescription, please bring any relevant paperwork we’ve provided, along with payment if required. If someone else is collecting on your behalf, it’s helpful for them to know your pet’s name and details. If you have any questions about the medication or how to give it, our team will be happy to talk this through with you.

What if I think my pet’s medicine or dose needs changing?

If you have any concerns about your pet’s medication or feel their dose may need adjusting, please contact us before making any changes. Our team will be happy to discuss what you’re seeing, review your pet’s treatment plan and, if needed, arrange a check-up to make sure everything is safe and appropriate for your pet.

How recently must my pet have been seen to obtain repeat medications?

This depends on the type of medicine. Usually we are able to prescribe repeat medications if we have seen them within the last 6 months, however sometimes we need to have seen them more recently. In some circumstances (for example for routine parasite control), we are able to prescribe provided we have seen your pet in the last 12 months.

Trusted by the West Sussex community

“I have trusted Arun Veterinary Group with my pets for many years, and they are consistently outstanding. The entire team — vets, physiotherapists, nurses, and reception — works seamlessly together and always go above and beyond. Their dedication, expertise, and teamwork have made a real and lasting difference to my pets’ wellbeing.”

SARAH

“Having a terminally ill dog, I have used the out of hours service on several occasions and have found the whole team to be kind, compassionate and caring. I would not hesitate to recommend Arun Vet Group”

Michelle Simmonds

“Matt has been vet to my Border Terrier Louis for the last 10 years. He is caring, dedicated and an accomplished practitioner – who always gets right to the core of the problem. Louis was in a road traffic accident before he was a year old and without Matt caring for him I doubt he would have survived – so thank you Matt for being a true super vet”

Di Williams

“I switched over to Arun Veterinary Group recently and can’t praise them enough! It’s a very friendly but professional practice and you just instantly know that your pet will be given the very best attention – even dogs seem happy to be there! What I like is that medical conditions are explained to you in depth using words you can understand and there is never any pressure in trying any procedure or medication. If they don’t think it will really work they tell you there and then and that is something I really appreciate as with other veterinary groups I have been with it’s been a case of try first then admit it was ineffective afterwards but still charge you. I like Arun’s honesty.”

Di H

“You remind me of an old style GP- approachable, dedicated, nothing too much trouble with extremely good interpersonal skills and clinical excellence that spreads across a very broad diagnostic and therapeutic spectrum. Maybe it takes a Doctor to appreciate a good Doctor!”

Dr. Price