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Please find below details of our opening times for the Christmas period. Friday 22nd Dec 8.30am – 6.30pm Saturday 23rd Dec Closed Sunday 24th Dec Monday 25th Dec Tuesday 26th Dec Wednesday 27th Dec 8.30am – 6.30pm Thursday 28th Dec Friday 29th Dec Saturday 30th Dec Closed Sunday 31st Dec Monday 1st Jan Tuesday 2nd…

By Head of Service, Michael Macfarlane I was recently asked to write an article on what makes the oncology service at NDSR stand out. Initially, it seemed like the right thing to focus on was being at the forefront of innovative treatments and being involved in multiple clinical trials. But, whilst this is a crucial…

What does antibiotic resistance mean? Antibiotics can be effective at treating bacterial infections. However, over time bacteria can evolve to become resistant to some antibiotics, making them less effective. The more we use antibiotics then the more quickly bacteria may adapt. It’s difficult to develop new antibiotics and the process can take many years. This…

A pioneering interventional pain management procedure has been used to successfully treat a dog suffering from chronic and severe back pain. Eleven-year-old Gus, a Miniature Schnauzer, was admitted to us around two months after the onset of a severe pain related to his lumbosacral intervertebral disc disease (a spinal disorder), which had not responded to…

We have recently seen an alarming spike in the number of cases of dogs who have come into contact with hormonal cream containing oestrogen (HRT) for use by humans.  Since the start of the year we have diagnosed five dogs with secondary exposure to HRT. HRT is widely used to relieve the symptoms of the…

Helping to give an ageing Labrador a new lease of life gave vet Adam Margetts a clear vision for his future. The beloved pet had severe cataracts and Adam referred her for emergency eye surgery. He was so thrilled by her transformation, it proved to be his inspiration to study to become an Ophthalmologist. Adam…

We’re delighted to announce that our very own RVN Emily Hooper is celebrating after joining the profession’s elite by becoming one of just four nurses in the country to be recognised as a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in neurology. Emily is thrilled to have joined such a select group but admitted the magnitude of her…

We’re delighted to announce that Maria Mateos has joined the cardiology team here at NDSR. Maria said: “I chose to move to NDSR because I was looking for a veterinary centre that combines offering the highest level of services and quality of care and has a motivated and friendly team.  “I’ve only been working here…

A 10-year-old labrador is back on all paws again after a course of acupuncture treatment helped combat his lameness. Otis was stricken by abnormalities in his right elbow and hips, which had sparked degenerative joint disease and osteoarthritis, compromising his mobility and limiting his quality of life. However, conventional methods for managing his pain were…