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Online tool helps detect infections

05 December, 2024Vets

Veterinary Specialists have developed free resource to improve post-surgery patient care

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Rabbit and Exotic Animal Service expanded

27 November, 2024Vets Small Animals

The Hospital for Small Animals has expanded its exotic animal veterinary services to meet its…

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Successful treatment of hyposomatotropism

25 November, 2024Vets

Dog with rare dwarfism condition responds well to hormone injections.

two images of the same Chihuahua. the first she is seriously underweight, the second she is bigger and healthy weight

Drug trial studies plant-based oral cancer therapy for dogs

07 October, 2024Vets Small Animals

Vets to investigate effectiveness of treatment derived from berries on canine oral melanoma.

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Gold status recognises quality feline services

11 September, 2024Vets Small Animals

Hospital proud to hold Gold Cat Friendly Clinic status for over 10 years.

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Radioactive iodine service celebrates relaunch anniversary

24 August, 2024Vets

Dedicated feline treatment facility is running at full capacity

Sustainability and the Hospital for Small Animals

15 August, 2024Vets

Sustainability is embedded in all the decisions the Hospital makes.

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Free online resources for companion animal mycobacterial disease

15 August, 2024Vets

Experts develop resources for vets to help diagnose and treat mycobacteria cases.

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Faecal calprotectin test launched

01 July, 2024Vets

New testing service available for animals with intestinal inflammation.

Double hip replacement restores canine’s energy and mobility

24 June, 2024Vets

Young dog makes full recovery following operations to replace both his hips

Fixed-price spinal package introduced

23 May, 2024Vets

New initiative simplifies treatment process for dogs with thoracolumbar IVDE

Vet School helps penguin from Edinburgh Zoo

26 April, 2024Vets Small Animals

Expert teams worked together to identify cause of king penguin’s seizures.

Double radiotherapy success for arthritic dog with cancer

05 April, 2024Vets

Leading oncology centre uses radiation treatment to help Ladrador with thymoma and severe joint pain

3D printing technology used to help treat spinal condition

22 March, 2024Vets

Neurology Specialists use unique spinal guide to stabilise dogs’ vertebrae during surgery

Seeing clearly: surgery improves dogs’ vision and confidence

14 February, 2024Vets

Complex surgery successfully corrects multiple ocular conditions

Feline blood donors required

23 January, 2024Vets

Appeal to vets to help find potential donors in Edinburgh area

Multiple referral teams collaborate to help a challenging case

22 December, 2023Vets

Specialist clinical and nursing teams treat cat with numerous injuries

Faecal microbiota transplant helps emergency referral

04 November, 2023Vets

Successful outcome for dog with acute haemorrhagic diarrhoea syndrome

Dog makes full recovery following mechanical ventilation

13 October, 2023Vets

Multiple specialist services at Hospital for Small Animals worked collaboratively to save…

Interventional laser surgery cures incontinence in young dog

06 September, 2023Vets

Successful cystopic-guided laser ablation of intramural ectopic ureter.

EBVS Radiation Oncology Programme launched

21 August, 2023Vets

Hospital for Small Animals is the first approved training centre in Europe for new programme

Clinical advice service for Mycobacterial diseases moving online

10 July, 2023Vets

Free resources will soon be available 24/7 for veterinary professionals

Faecal microbiota transplantation service now routinely available for cats and dogs

19 June, 2023Vets

Gastroenterology expertise leads the way in this emerging therapeutic option for patients

Dog continues to thrive two years after removal of brain tumour

22 May, 2023Vets

White Highland White Terrier lives seizure free after successful craniectomy

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