Veterinary Referral
Why Is a Veterinary Referral Required?
As veterinary physiotherapists, we work under the guidelines of the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1966, which means we must receive formal consent from your vet before treating your animal if they have a diagnosed condition. This ensures that physiotherapy is safe, appropriate, and fully integrated with your dog or horse’s medical care.
Collaborating with your vet helps us:
- Understand your animal’s medical history and diagnosis
- Ensure there are no contraindications to treatment
- Develop a physiotherapy plan that complements ongoing veterinary care
- Maintain high standards of animal welfare and professional accountability
Please note that we do not require veterinary consent for maintenance treatments.
How to Refer
If you're an owner, your vet can complete our referral form or email us directly. We are also able to contact your vet on your behalf.
If you're a vet, you can refer a patient by:
- Downloading and completing our referral form - this can be found on our Resources & Downloads page
- Emailing it to: josie@sussexvetrehab.co.uk
- Or contacting us directly with any questions
Email Us
We welcome open communication with veterinary practices and are happy to provide progress updates and discharge reports as needed.
