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Written by the Bridge Referrals Kennel Nursing TeamWhile every day is different, this article reflects the shared experiences of our kennel nurses and the dedication they bring to caring for our patients around the clock. My alarm goes off at 6:00am and, by 7:30am, I'm walking through the hospital doors, coffee in hand and ready for another busy day in kennels. Before I even put my bag away, I can already hear the morning chorus beginning – and hope I've remembered my earplugs! Dogs are barking for breakfast, tails are thumping against kennel doors, and the occasional dramatic patient is…

At Bridge Referrals, we're always looking for ways to enhance the care we provide to pets and the support we offer to referring veterinary practices. As demand for our services continues to grow, we're excited to announce one of our biggest investments yet. This Autumn, we'll be opening a brand-new extension to Bridge Referrals, creating space for new facilities, advanced technology and specialist services that will help us care for even more patients. From a state-of-the-art MRI scanner to a dedicated Neurology Referral Service, alongside a new Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and rehabilitation suite, this expansion marks an exciting new…

Receiving a diagnosis of sarcoma can feel overwhelming, but advances in veterinary oncology mean that many pets can enjoy an excellent quality of life following treatment. Because no two sarcomas are the same, treatment is always tailored to the individual patient. The type of sarcoma, its location, whether it has spread, and your pet's overall health all influence the treatment plan. Diagnosing a Sarcoma Before treatment begins, we first need to understand exactly what we're dealing with. Your veterinary surgeon may recommend: Fine needle aspiration Biopsy Blood tests X-rays Ultrasound CT or MRI scanning A biopsy not only confirms the…

Coco enjoying cuddles from one of our nurses! 🩷🐾 Coco is a 9-month-old Yorkshire Terrier × Chihuahua who unfortunately fractured her right front leg after jumping from the sofa. She was examined by Emma, one of our orthopaedic surgeons, who performed radiographs that revealed a displaced fracture of both the radius and ulna. Due to the nature of the injury, surgical repair was recommended. Pre-operative radiographs! The fracture was carefully reduced and stabilised using a 2mm locking plate applied to the cranial aspect of the radius. The plate was secured with four screws above and three screws below the fracture,…

We're pleased to share an insight into our Soft Tissue Department with Mark Gosling, Head of Soft Tissue Surgery at Bridge Referrals Veterinary Centre. In this video, Mark discusses how our department operates, our collaborative approach to case management, and the specialist care we provide to patients referred to us. By combining advanced surgical expertise with clear communication and close partnerships with referring veterinary practices, our aim is to deliver the highest standard of care throughout every stage of a patient's journey. We hope this offers a valuable overview of our service and the expertise available to support both referring…