We are thrilled to welcome Becky Snelson to the Bridge Referrals team as our new Soft Tissue Surgical Intern! Her expertise and passion for veterinary care will be a fantastic addition to our practice.  Becky Snelson - Soft Tissue Surgical Intern at Bridge Referrals Becky is very excited to join Team Bridge in their new position as a Soft Tissue Surgical Intern. She grew up in Cheshire and graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2019 and began her career in a mixed practice in the Scottish Borders. It was there that Becky’s love for surgery began. To further develop…

We all know Brachycephalic breeds like Pugs, Shih-tzus, Boston Terriers and French Bulldogs for example, are considerably more prone to ocular issues.  Ocular disease in these breeds develops because of a combination of factors: Macroblepharon and lagophthalmos (large prominent eyes with little blinking) The large eyes that sit far forward do not have adequate protection from the eyelids.  A low blink rate allows for excessive corneal exposure and tear film evaporation which in turn leads to chronic keratitis (inflammation of the cornea) and the risk of corneal ulceration. Macroblepharon and lagophthalmos Medial canthal entropion (turning in of the eyelids near…

The term ‘gastrointestinal microbiota’ refers to the complex population of microorganisms in the gastrointestinal tract. This includes bacteria, fungi, viruses, parasites and yeasts, however bacteria are the most common focus in research. It is the most extremely diverse microbial population in dogs, cats and in humans alike. Each region of the gastrointestinal tract has a varying microenvironment with different conditions e.g. pH levels, contraction frequency, oxygen levels and nutrient availability. As a result, there are dominant populations along different regions of the gastrointestinal tract. In cats and dogs, the gastrointestinal tract is colonised by microorganisms at birth and the make-up…

The power of multidisciplinary care all under one roof allows us to provide your pets with the most comprehensive and effective treatment possible. This integrated approach places their health and well-being as our top priority. Collaborative care at Bridge Referrals: A team approach Gunner, a 7-year-old working Spaniel, was referred to our Internal Medicine team and was admitted by referral clinician Bethany Deadman for investigations of a persistent fever which was causing him to be lethargic and not want to eat normally.  We are lucky at Bridge Referrals to have a fantastic on-site CT scanner, available for 24/7 use.  A…

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Karl Bovenizer, who has been an integral part of our team as a part-time cardiologist, is now joining us full-time at Bridge Referrals. Karl’s expertise and dedication to veterinary cardiology have already made a significant impact, and we are excited to have him with us on a full-time basis. Karl joins the Bridge Referrals team At Bridge Referrals, our commitment to continuous improvement and investment in our cardiology department brings numerous benefits to our patients, their owners, and our veterinary team.  Benefits of continued investments in Cardiology Investing in state-of-the-art diagnostic tools such…