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Pioneering surgery at one is transforming the lives of dogs suffering with serious spinal problems. Neurology Specialist Dr Guillaume Leblond, said the ground-breaking Neuromed invetra spinal stabilisation system is delivering remarkable results. Dr Leblond has highlighted a recent case as an example of the success of the innovative treatment, which he believes will one day…

A magnetic brush and some steely determination have produced positive results as our team aims for a clean sweep in tidying up its outdoor area and protecting the environment. After staff and other firms on the same site reported a series of deflating tyres Facilities Manager Mark Woodham promptly invested in a magnetic brush so…

We’re celebrating out fifth year of recognition by national accreditation scheme Investors in the Environment (iiE). The iiE has praised our “outstanding” efforts to create an environmentally friendly workplace and awarded us with their ultimate Green award. The Green award is iiE’s highest accolade and is awarded to companies which have made significant reductions in…

A paralysed therapy dog called Bear has roared back to fitness after spinal surgery. The two-year-old ChiPooPom (Chihuahua Poodle Pomeranian crossbreed) successfully underwent the life-changing operation here at NDSR. Relieved and grateful owner Clare Ware, from Epsom, Surrey, admitted she was “absolutely devastated” when Bear was suddenly left paralysed but is full of praise for…

We have launched a new screening programme to check for hereditary eye disease in dogs being used for breeding.  The service is headed by Veterinary Ophthalmology expert Emily Jeanes. Emily, a Diplomate in Ophthalmology and a member of the British Veterinary Association’s (BVA) eye panel, said the scheme was focused on identifying dogs with inherited…

RVN Georgi Sharman is celebrating after gaining a master’s degree in veterinary anaesthesia and analgesia from the University of Edinburgh.  A delighted Georgi said it’s a triple-whammy success story that will benefit her, her patients and NDSR.  Speaking about her masters Georgi said: “I really wanted to focus on anaesthesia because I love working in…

Congratulations to Hospital Director Gerry Polton, who has received the highly respected 2024 British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) Woodrow Award for his pioneering oncology research.   The award is presented to vets who have contributed to the advancement of small animal medicine.   His prolific veterinary oncology research, much of it completed by bringing together oncologists…

We’re delighted to announce the arrival of Annabel Haines, who has joined the Internal Medicine team here at NDSR.   Annabel, who graduated from the University of Liverpool in 2016, joins us from Anderson Moores Veterinary Specialists in Winchester.   She said: “I’m delighted to have joined such a strong medicine team at NDSR. It is wonderful…

A South London dog owner has spoken of her mixed emotions as her treasured pet’s life hung in the balance. Sara Crawford, from Wimbledon, said she was “devastated” when local vets told her an unexplained mass in her golden retriever’s stomach could be cancer. As a result, 11-year-old Teddy was quickly referred us, where a…

Our specialists faced a race against time to save the life of Freddy, a 12-year-old Westie, after he experienced a ruptured intestinal tumour.   On arrival the much-loved family pet was weak, listless and feverish.  Head of Internal Medicine, European and RCVS specialist Fiona Adam, immediately recommended blood tests and an ultrasound scan, which revealed Freddy…