Eden Veterinary Referrals

Eden Veterinary Referrals Eden Veterinary Referrals is an independent, purpose built, state-of-the-art veterinary practice based in Shavington, Cheshire.
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We are proud to offer a team of highly skilled and experienced Advanced Practitioner Surgeons and Internal Medics. With extensive onsite facilities featuring cutting-edge technology, our multi-disciplinary team and 24/7 nursing support we can deliver gold standard care to all who are referred. EVR accept referral clients from Cheshire, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Merseyside.

It’s Dermatology Wednesday! This week dermatologist Viorela is going to talk about a problem facing many of our patients...
02/04/2025

It’s Dermatology Wednesday!

This week dermatologist Viorela is going to talk about a problem facing many of our patients- Intertrigo!

Facial fold dermatitis (intertrigo) may not be the most critical issue among skin problems, but it can certainly diminish a pet's quality of life. When a dog also suffers from other skin conditions, such as environmental or food allergies, it can lead to inflamed skin that worsens the appearance of the folds and heightens the risk of infections.

Skin folds create a warm and moist environment within the creases, which can promote the growth of bacteria and yeast. While these microorganisms are typically found on healthy skin, they can thrive and multiply in the damp, warm conditions created by skin folds, potentially leading to infections and discomfort for the pet.

We saw this lovely bulldog recently at our dermatology clinic and after a thorough clinical examination and in-house cytology, a treatment plan was implemented and he’s on his way to feeling more comfortable!

At EVR we use 3D printed surgical models and guides for a variety of orthopaedic procedures. These guides are used to he...
31/03/2025

At EVR we use 3D printed surgical models and guides for a variety of orthopaedic procedures.

These guides are used to help our surgeons lower the risk of intra-operative complications, reduce surgical time and improve patient recovery.

We’re proud to use these pioneering technologies for our patients! 🐾

Happy Mother’s Day to the mums out there! Have a lovely day! 💜🌼🐾🥰
30/03/2025

Happy Mother’s Day to the mums out there!

Have a lovely day! 💜🌼🐾🥰

Star patient this week is Fushi! Fushi was recently referred to us after acutely becoming severely unwell with a 24hour ...
29/03/2025

Star patient this week is Fushi!

Fushi was recently referred to us after acutely becoming severely unwell with a 24hour history of vomiting and bloody diarrhoea.

He presented very lethargic and severely dehydrated. Medic Kate started supportive therapy to rehydrate and performed an ultrasound which showed something lodged in the stomach and obstructing his small intestine.

The section of intestine directly leaving the stomach is the duodenum, with ducts via which the gall bladder empties bile and the pancreas releases digestive enzymes. It is not an area that can be easily removed and when inflamed can be life threatening, as in Fushi's case.

Surgeon Ginnie took Fushi to theatre, where our highly qualified and experienced nurses managed his dehydration, pain and blood pressure while keeping him asleep. Happily the material had not attached itself to the Intestinal wall, so Ginnie was able to 'milk' it back into the stomach, and remove it all in one piece from a single wound in the stomach wall.

This is ideal because the duodenum was severely inflamed and close to tearing: a wound to remove the material would have had a high risk of breakdown, compared to the relatively lower risk from a stomach wound.

Fushi remained with us for two days while his intestinal inflammation and pain levels were managed, before going home to his family. He was back to normal and recovered brilliantly in no time - well done Fushi!

Here you can see the 50cm long piece of material that was blocking his duodenum - apparently a piece from his bed!

Feline vet Laura delivering a lecture to Reeseheath nursing students about feline nursing, handling and fluid therapy la...
28/03/2025

Feline vet Laura delivering a lecture to Reeseheath nursing students about feline nursing, handling and fluid therapy last week!

Her lecture was well received and her knowledge invaluable for the students.

The daffodils are out in full force outside the practice. Such a pretty sight! 🌼🌼🌼
24/03/2025

The daffodils are out in full force outside the practice. Such a pretty sight! 🌼🌼🌼

Star patient of the week - Sparkles! Sparkles was referred to us for surgical treatment of a congenital condition known ...
23/03/2025

Star patient of the week - Sparkles!

Sparkles was referred to us for surgical treatment of a congenital condition known as Pectus Excavatum.

PE, describes a chest wall deformity where the rib cartilage and sternum (chest bone) are not formed correctly. This condition may also be called flat-chested syndrome in kittens, or funnel chest. It is an extremely rare condition in cats.

Although kittens are born with this defect, clinical symptoms are not always noticed right away. Mild symptoms can worsen as the kitten grows, but once growth is done, any symptoms already present tend to settle at a certain level. In severe cases, breathing or heart problems can occur from a very young age.

Unfortunately for sparkles her condition was severe and caused marked respiratory problems. Ct scans were performed prior to surgery to investigate the deformity thoroughly and enable our surgeons to plan her procedure.

The CT scan showed that one of the sterna-brae was only 3mm away from the caudal vena cava making surgery tricky to say the least!

Vet Georgina made a cast to fit around sparkles chest and carefully passed sutures around the deformed sternum in order to straighten them out and keep in place via the cast.

Sparkles remained in her cast for 5 weeks and recently returned to have it removed. Her surgery was a success and we’re all thrilled with the outcome.

As her condition is so severe it is likely she will always have respiratory problems but we hope she has an improved quality of like in the meantime!

Well done sparkles 💖

Thank you for the recommendation 💜🐾As we are an independent referral practice we rely heavily on word of mouth and recom...
20/03/2025

Thank you for the recommendation 💜🐾

As we are an independent referral practice we rely heavily on word of mouth and recommendations. If you have had a positive experience with us then please leave us a review!

You can do this via our website, page or on Google! Thank you 🙏

Congratulations to RVN Becky who recently achieved a postgraduate certificate in Transfusion medicine! 🥳👏🏻 Becky’s knowl...
19/03/2025

Congratulations to RVN Becky who recently achieved a postgraduate certificate in Transfusion medicine! 🥳👏🏻

Becky’s knowledge ensure we stay current with the science behind transfusion medicine and our protocols are updated to the best they can be!

Well done Becky! 🎉

Let us introduce you to a member of our team! Meet Ginnie, one of our soft tissue surgeons. She joined us at the end of ...
17/03/2025

Let us introduce you to a member of our team!

Meet Ginnie, one of our soft tissue surgeons. She joined us at the end of last year and since has become a valued member of our referral team.

She achieved her postgraduate certificate in small animal surgery in 2018 and has almost completed her advanced practitioner status. She enjoys a wide array of surgeries but has a key interest in brachycephalic obstructive syndrome patients.

She is looking to forward to engaging with our referring vets in the future.

The last part of our 2-minute CPD - treatment! Where possible, surgery should be performed. Ideally as early as possible...
13/03/2025

The last part of our 2-minute CPD - treatment!

Where possible, surgery should be performed. Ideally as early as possible but avoiding an active pneumonia.

Surgery involves a thoracotomy to locate and ligate the PRAA with subsequent balloon dilation of the oesophagus.

We are proud to be able to offer this expert procedure at EVR. This pup underwent this successful surgery recently with soft tissue surgeons Georgina and Ginnie at the helm.

There are a proportion of cases that will continue to have megaoesphagus and they will require feeding and medical management for life. The vast majority of patients go on to lead a good quality life.

The puppy was diagnosed with a megaoesphagus secondary to PRAA (persistent right aortic arch). A congenital disorder inv...
13/03/2025

The puppy was diagnosed with a megaoesphagus secondary to PRAA (persistent right aortic arch).

A congenital disorder involving an anomalie of the blood vessels of the heart that results in constriction of the oesophagus and development of megaoesphagus.

This pup also had aspiration pneumonia, a common sequelae of a MO.

To visualise this more clearly you can perform a barium study and a CT scan.

What does the treatment involve?

Time for some 2 minute CPD! A 5 week old GSD puppy presents to you with acute onset regurgitation and coughing. The pupp...
13/03/2025

Time for some 2 minute CPD!

A 5 week old GSD puppy presents to you with acute onset regurgitation and coughing. The puppy has also struggled to gain weight and is considerably smaller than its fellow pups.

You decide to perform radiography which reveals the below pathology. What can you see? What is your diagnosis?

Such a lovely review 💜 Proud to have been able to help Bella and her family!
11/03/2025

Such a lovely review 💜 Proud to have been able to help Bella and her family!

Nala was referred to us following complications with a mass removal on her hind leg at her own vets. Unfortunately the s...
09/03/2025

Nala was referred to us following complications with a mass removal on her hind leg at her own vets. Unfortunately the sutures placed to hold the tissue together were restricting the blood supply to her foot, resulting in aggressive swelling and an infection developping.

Our referral surgeon Ginnie was abke to assess the foot and determine there was still blood flow and sensation to the area, but was very concerned that releasing the sutures would allow all the inflammatory cells and chemicals, plus infection, to flood her system and make her unwell.

Nala was hospitalised and started on IV antibiotics, anti-inflammatories and pain relief before sedation to remove the constricting sutures and plaque of infected material. Her wound was thoroughly lavaged before being bandaged with an anti-microbial silver dressing. Nala stayed with us for several days to continue her medications and change her dressing daily. Happily she remained bright and comfortable throughout, with no sign of systemic disease.

Nala was discharged and revisited regularly for bandage changes, initially every 2 days, then stretching to twice a week. Her wound has now fully healed and she still loves coming to see us! We have all loved seeing her progress and having cuddles with such a lovely girl, and are thrilled with her recovery - well done Nala!

Wednesday means Dermatology Day at EVR! Today we’re going to talk about out Ear disease and video-otoscopy. Chronic ear ...
05/03/2025

Wednesday means Dermatology Day at EVR!

Today we’re going to talk about out Ear disease and video-otoscopy.

Chronic ear disease in dogs, commonly known as chronic otitis, is a long-lasting condition that affects the ear canal. It can stem from a variety of underlying issues, such as allergies, infections, or structural abnormalities. This condition often requires ongoing management and may persist due to incomplete or ineffective treatment, or a failure to identify the root cause.

To enhance treatment, we frequently use specialised equipment known as a video otoscope (rigid camera passed down the ear canal), which offers outstanding clarity for evaluating the ear canal, eardrum, and sometimes the middle ear. This camera is connected to a video screen and fluids to allow for active flushing and cleaning of the ear canal. There are also biopsy and equipment ports to allow the passage of devices to aid with treatments.

This procedure typically necessitates anaesthesia because of the delicate nature of the ear and the need for the patient to remain completely still.

In many instances, this examination is needed only once, while some cases may require multiple assessments to effectively address specific infections or complex conditions.

Our new video otoscope allows diagnosis and topical treatment of ear disease in dogs and cats and is an integral part of our otitis investigations .

If you have a case and you wish to refer to Dermatologist, Viorela , just head over to our website to find out more!

https://eden-veterinaryreferrals.co.uk/

03/03/2025

🔊 Sound on! 🔊

Listen to Thor, only 6 weeks post upper airway surgery to aid with his brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS).

Thor had just completed a 3 minute exercise tolerance test which our surgeons use to assess their breathing and response to treatment.

Thor was a grade 2 pre-op and now was re-graded as zero or clinically unaffected. Go Thor!

He will require annual checks and lifetime environmental changes to ensure his condition doesn’t deteriorate.

We often see a spike in BOAS cases in Summer when these cases decompensate in the heat. Surgery at cooler times of the year is massively beneficial for the patient and owners. If you have a case you suspect is suffering from BOAS please don’t wait to refer them to us today!

We’re here to help!

27/02/2025

Misty, only 8 weeks post Pan-tarsal Arthrodesis. Can you tell which hind-leg was operated on?!🐾

Stay tuned to read more about misty’s story soon. 💙

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Eden Vets, 416 Newcastle Road
Crewe
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Monday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 6:30pm

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+441270439277

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