Referring Vet Newsletter

August 2025 (Issue 20)

In this issue we focus on our new gastrointestinal clinic offering and highlight research led by our clinicians that shows similarities between feline dementia and human Alzhemier’s, hopefully resulting in new treatments for both. We also report on a case of oesophageal stricture in a dog and a new treatment for this devastating disease. Plus dates for free CPD events for vets and vet nurses. Read more

April 2025 (Issue 19)

In this issue, we report on success with faecal microbiome transplantation (FMT) treatment, and on a successful transsphenoidal hypophysectomy in a dog. We also promote the upcoming free in-person CPD afternoon for vets and vet nurses and the opportunity to see behind the scenes of our hospital. Read more

December 2024 (Issue 18)

In our winter 2024 issue, we highlight the successful treatment of hyposomatotropism in a dog, the development of effective treatment for Feline Infectious Peritonitis and the expansion of the Dick Vet Rabbit and Exotic Practice. We also share information about free online services for companion animal mycobacterial disease, an online tool to help detect infections, and the launch of a trial that offers dog cancer treatment hope. Read more 

June 2024 (Issue 17)

In our summer 2024 issue, we feature how radiotherapy helped an arthritic dog with cancer, the use of 3D printing technology to help treat a spinal condition and how a double hip replacement restored a dog's mobility. We also introduce our fixed-price spinal packages, the relaunch of our Radioactive Iodine Service and the launch of a new faecal calprotectin test to help vets diagnose and monitor chronic inflammatory enteropathy. Read more (1.92 MB / PDF)

December 2023 (Issue 16)

In our winter 2023 issue, we feature a complex surgery required to correct a bilateral entropion and macroblepharon in a dog. We also highlight the work of our Orthopaedic Surgery Service and demonstrate how multiple Specialist-led Services at our hospital collaborate to help challenging referral cases. We also provide an update on faecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) treatment. Read more (1.68 MB / PDF)

June 2023 (Issue 15)

In our Summer 2023 issue, we highlight the work of the Soft Tissue Surgery and Dermatology Services and share details of a dog with an intramural ectopic ureter, which was successfully treated by interventional laser surgery. We also celebrate the launch of an EBVS Radiation Oncology Programme and an update on our Westie Lung Disease study. Read more (7.36MB / PDF)

December 2022 (Issue 14)

In our winter 2022 issue, we feature the work of the Hospital's Specialist-led DIGEST Clinic, along with examples of successful case studies. We also feature the REPAIR Centre and highlight how physiotherapy, electrotherapy and hydrotherapy can optimise patient recovery. Read more (1.54 MB / PDF)

June 2022 (Issue 13)

In the summer 2022 issue, we feature the Cardiology Service and share a case study of a dashshund treated for a patent ductus arteriosis (PDA). We also highlight the work of the Hospital's referral Behaviour Clinic and highlight our clinician's success in developing a procedure to perform conscious CT scans in rabbits, and improved fluoroscopy procedures in dogs. Read more (4.42 MB / PDF)

Older Issues

Issue 12 (1.59 MB / PDF)

Issue 11 (5.83 MB / PDF)

Issue 10 (1.48 MB / PDF)

Issue 9 (1.07 MB / PDF)

Issue 8 (462 KB / PDF)

Issue 7 (1.03 MB / PDF)

Issue 6 (982 KB / PDF)

Issue 5 (750 KB / PDF)

Issue 4 (1.03 MB / PDF)

Issue 3 (1.67 MB / PDF)

Issue 2 (1.42 MB / PDF)

Issue 1 (1.27 MB / PDF)