Rowan first came to see us in late November 2025 after her owners noticed she was struggling to walk and becoming increasingly unsteady on her feet. This loss of balance, known as ataxia, was clearly observed during her consultation videos and was understandably very worrying. A Complex Presentation Rowan was initially assessed by Alison, one of our neurologists. Her clinical signs were suggestive of a possible spinal cord abnormality. However, during her examination it became clear that there was more going on. Rowan had a persistently high temperature and blood tests showed raised inflammatory markers, indicating an underlying systemic illness.…

The beautiful Hazel! Hazel is usually an active outdoor cat but she came home one night and her owner instantly knew something was not right. Hazel presented to Emma, one of our orthopaedic surgeons, as she was unable to walk normally on her hind limbs. Emma performed a CT scan which showed that Hazel had sustained multiple pelvic fractures, presumed to be from a road traffic accident, with the most significant of these being bilateral sacroiliac luxations. This is where the pelvis attaches onto the vertebrae and is important as without this attachment the pelvis becomes quite unstable. Bridge Referrals…

Princess once lived in a world of shadows. Cataracts had gradually taken away her sight, leaving her unsure and unable to see the people and places she loved. After being referred to Bridge Referrals, Princess was cared for by our ophthalmology team, who used advanced diagnostics and cataract surgery to restore her vision. From her first moments of recovery to confidently exploring her surroundings again, her transformation has been truly heart-warming. Today, Princess is brighter, happier, and enjoying life with clear vision once more - a powerful reminder of how ophthalmology care at Bridge Referrals can be truly life-changing. We’re…

Cooper with his surgical team at Bridge Referrals Cooper, a five-month-old Shih Tzu puppy, was referred to the soft tissue team at Bridge Referrals after being diagnosed with an extrahepatic portosystemic shunt (EHPSS) by his primary care vet. Cooper had suffered from lower urinary tract signs as well as early changes in mentation. Following a period of medical stabilisation, CT angiography was performed and this confirmed a right gastro-caval shunt entering the caudal vena cava in the region of the epipolic foramen. Pre-operative CT 3D render showing the shunting vessel (red) arising from the right gastric branch of the portal…

At Bridge Referrals, we’re proud to provide advanced veterinary ophthalmology services as part of our comprehensive multidisciplinary care. Based in the North East of England, our team combines the latest diagnostic technology, surgical techniques, and collaborative expertise to deliver the highest standards of veterinary eye care for pets. What Is Veterinary Ophthalmology? Veterinary ophthalmology focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions in animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic species. From corneal ulcers and cataracts to complex retinal or intraocular diseases, early and accurate diagnosis is vital to preserve vision, relieve pain, and improve quality of life. Our ophthalmologists…