DWR Veterinary Specialists

🌍 This Week is World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW), and this week's theme is "Educate. Advocate. Act now." Antibiotic resistance is a serious global issue that affects both humans and animals. It's crucial to protect the effectiveness of antibiotics so they can continue to save lives when truly needed. 💊 You can make a difference... 👉 Check your cupboards and fridge for expired or unused pet medications. 👉 Bring any no-longer-needed veterinary medicines to our practice for safe disposal. Together, we can help combat antibiotic resistance and safeguard the health of pets, people, and the planet. Let's #KeepAntibioticsWorking – it's a collective effort, and every small step counts. #AMR #WAAW2024 #AntibioticAmnesty #PetHealth #ProtectOurFuture

Is your pet suffering from vomiting or diarrhoea that just won't go away? 🤢 While it might be nothing, it can also be a sign of something more serious, and it's worth contacting your local vet immediately. Our Internal Medicine team carry out advanced tests to diagnose complex medical diseases of the internal body systems, such as those affecting the lungs, stomach, liver, kidneys, blood and hormones. For more information, visit our website - https://bit.ly/3YAOwI4 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

#MeetOurPatient Polo's positive surgery outcome! Beloved Welsh Terrier, Polo was referred to us to investigate a large, rapidly growing mass in the front part of his lower jaw. A CT scan was quickly performed of his head and thorax – the area between the neck and the abdomen – and a biopsy confirmed osteosarcoma, a form of bone cancer. Despite being an aggressive type of illness, Polo's cancer had fortunately not spread to any other parts of his body. Polo underwent surgery to remove the front part of his jaw, and he coped extremely well with the surgery. As you can see, Polo is back to his old, adorable self. ❤ To read more about Polo's story, click here >> https://bit.ly/3WZlsJ3 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Does your dog have a cough or runny nose that won’t go away? 🤧 ❗ Don't hesitate to get in touch with your vet if you're concerned. They may refer you to our practice where our specialist-led internal medicine team have the expertise and equipment to get to the cause of your pet's illness. For more information on our Internal Medicine service, visit here - https://bit.ly/3YAOwI4 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Today is World Arthritis Day. 🌍 Arthritis in pets affects them in a similar way to how it affects humans. Symptoms typically include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, a decrease in range of motion and even joint deformities. Although there's no cure for arthritis, our pain management clinic helps to manage the symptoms, through tailored treatment. For more information about our pain management clinic, visit >> https://bit.ly/45Hjf81 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Is your dog struggling with constipation or having trouble passing stools? 🤔 Noticed a swelling near your dog’s bottom that changes with their toileting habits? 🤔 These could be signs of a perineal hernia, a condition where the rectum loses muscular support. It's commonly seen in older male dogs. 🐶 Our expert Soft Tissue Surgery team specialises in this type of reconstructive surgery with an excellent success rate. We offer flexible appointment times and discuss various options for imaging and surgery that fit your budget. For more information about our Soft Tissue Surgery team, click here >> https://bit.ly/47lNKkH #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeu

If your pet requires surgery, our expert soft tissue surgeons specialise in minimally invasive procedures, including keyhole surgery. 🐾 Minimally invasive techniques offer numerous benefits, such as: 🔹 Faster recovery times 🔹 Reduced pain and discomfort 🔹 Quicker return to your pet’s normal routine By opting for these advanced surgical methods, you can help ensure a smoother and swifter recovery for your pet. For more information about our soft tissue surgery services and how we can assist your pet, visit us here >> https://bit.ly/47lNKkH #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Is your pet suffering from vomiting or diarrhoea that just isn't going away? 🤮 Most of the time, this is because they have eaten something they shouldn't have, but it could also be a symptom of a more complex condition if it doesn't go away. If you are worried, you can talk to your vet, who may suggest a referral to our team of Internal Medicine Specialists. 👉 To learn more about our team, click here >> https://bit.ly/3YAOwI4 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Has your pet eaten something they shouldn't have? 🐶 We all know what dogs can be like, and certain breeds are worse than others, so it's important to keep a close eye on them, especially when we're out on walks. We're seeing an increase in pets referred to us after swallowing something they shouldn't have, which requires our Internal Medicine team to use a minimally invasive camera to remove these. Recently, they have found grass seeds, toys, kebab sticks and bones that can cause serious damage not only when they swallow them, but if these items migrate around the systems in their bodies. Leave a comment below if your pet has accidentally swallowed something they shouldn't have! To learn more about our Internal Medicine team, click here >> https://bit.ly/3YAOwI4 #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

Alice | World Blood Donor Day

🩸 Today is World Blood Donor Day, and in celebration of this day, we are recognising all the life-saving superheroes whose blood donations have supported our patients when they have needed it. In our dedicated Intensive Care Unit, which provides an advanced level of care to critically ill patients, we have a blood fridge and a plasma freezer. We also receive blood products from the @Pet Blood Bank UK, which is very supportive and helpful when we need our cases transfused. Our blood fridge and plasma freezer are not just equipment; they are the guardians of life. They hold the potential to save lives, enabling our team to carry out critical blood transfusions and make a real difference to the lives of our patients. To find out more, watch the video below. Is your pet a lifesaver? If they have donated blood, we'd love to hear about them in the comments below. #PetBloodBank #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus

DWR Overview

🐰🐹🐶🐱 Happy National Pet Day! This National Pet Day, we're reminded how proud we are to be one of the world’s leading veterinary referral hospitals, but most importantly, how proud we are to be able to help pets when they need it most. Whether that's emergency surgery, or fixing a broken bone, we're always here to help. ❤ We are DWR... #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus #NationalPetDay

Dentistry at DWR

It's National Dentist Day! 🦷 Did you know? At DWR Veterinary Specialists, we have a newly established, modern dental suite. We are now one of the few specialist-led veterinary dentistry, oral, and maxillofacial surgery centres in Europe. With access to state-of-the-art diagnostic procedures, advanced imaging and support from other specialist teams in our multidisciplinary referral hospital, we can offer a complete service to treat all conditions affecting teeth and the oral cavity and support patients with long-term and complicated care requirements. To find out more about our pet dentistry services, visit >> https://bit.ly/3uNvIsW #NationalDentistDay #DWRVeterinarySpecialists #ProudlyDWR #ProudlyLinnaeus