Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service

Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company).

Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service is a state-of-the-art veterinary practice located in Solihull, West Midlands. We provide top-quality care both for pets in the surrounding area and also for those referred to us by their own veterinary surgeons for specialist investigation and treatment. We have a team of highly trained and skilled veterinary specialists working in the fields of:
• O

rthopaedics (bone and joint problems)
• Ophthalmology (eye disorders)
• Neurology (spinal, brain and nerve disorders)
• Spinal surgery (for patients with severe neck or back pain/paralysis)
• Soft tissue surgery (surgery for cancers, airway disorders, hernias, ruptures, blood vessel shunts etc)
• Internal medicine (problems such as vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss, diabetes, cancer etc)
• Oncology (cancer diagnosis, surgery and chemotherapy)
• Diagnostic imaging (X-rays, ultrasound, CT and MRI scanning)
• Anaesthesia, analgesia, critical care (general anaesthetics and pain management)

For more information about the services we offer and to access a wealth of information about pet care and health issues, see our fantastic website - www.willows.uk.net

Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service is part of the Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company). You can find our terms of use and privacy policy by visiting:

Privacy statement - https://www.mars.com/privacy
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Contact Information - https://willows.uk.net/contact/

📣 FREE webinar for veterinary professionals!Join Cardiology Resident Sophie Goodrich for an engaging and interactive w...
16/04/2025

📣 FREE webinar for veterinary professionals!

Join Cardiology Resident Sophie Goodrich for an engaging and interactive webinar on pericardial effusions in dogs and cats. 🐶🐱

What you'll hear about:
❤️ Common presenting clinical signs
🩹 How to stabilise and manage a patient
🐕 Possible underlying causes
🔬 The value of further diagnostics

Here are the details:
📆 Wednesday 28 May
⏰ 7:30pm
💻 Willows webinar via Zoom (link shared after registration)

Secure your place here >> https://ow.ly/b9ap50Vqwjt

A huge shoutout to our incredible Willows crew who laced up their trainers and took on the Berlin Half Marathon last Sun...
12/04/2025

A huge shoutout to our incredible Willows crew who laced up their trainers and took on the Berlin Half Marathon last Sunday🏅

Running under sunny skies and soaking up the atmosphere were: Sam Carrington-Brown, Alessandra Mathis, Eve Cannon, Thomas Buckley, Katie Phayer, Ellie Preston, Noella Cooper, and former team members Charlotte Ball and Pip Weston!

We had personal bests smashed, miles filled with smiles, and in true debut style Noella danced and jumped her way around the course! 💃🎉

We're so proud of the whole team for representing Willows with such energy and enthusiasm. 🧡

Three years ago, at the age of 14, Tess faced a tough challenge when she became paralysed in her back legs and underwen...
26/03/2025



Three years ago, at the age of 14, Tess faced a tough challenge when she became paralysed in her back legs and underwent spinal surgery. With intensive physiotherapy, her determination shone through, and she regained the ability to walk! 🐾

Now, at an amazing 17 years old, Tess is still enjoying three walks a day, a true inspiration! To celebrate her milestone birthday, our team gifted her a card signed with love and even baked her some delicious ‘pup cakes’. 🧁❤️

We're immensely proud to have had the privilege of supporting her throughout her physiotherapy journey.🥳

Meet Riggs! 👋Riggs was referred to Will Robinson, our Head of Soft Tissue Surgery, for investigation and management of c...
21/03/2025

Meet Riggs! 👋

Riggs was referred to Will Robinson, our Head of Soft Tissue Surgery, for investigation and management of condition called laryngeal paralysis.

This is an uncommon condition where the nerve supply to part of the voice box is disrupted, making it increasingly hard for the patient to breathe. Riggs presented with the classic signs of laryngeal paralysis and so the decision was made to confirm the diagnosis under a very light plane of anaesthesia.

This showed both sides of Riggs’ larynx were affected, so he was taken to theatre where the left side was held open with two permanent sutures in a procedure known as a ‘laryngeal tieback’. Riggs recovered really well after the surgery and we are pleased to say his breathing is back to normal and he is continuing his recuperation at home. ❤️

19/03/2025

Our incredible neurology nurse, Jo Vale, has gone the extra mile for our patients by knitting them cosy jumpers! 🧶💙

After surgery, some patients can struggle to maintain their body temperature. That’s where Jo’s handmade jumpers come in! Not only do they keep our patients warm and comfortable, but they also help them recover safely.

One of our recent patients, Star, who underwent spinal surgery had her temperature drop post-op, so we wrapped her up in one of Jo’s jumpers and it worked wonders in bringing her back to normal!💕

We’re thrilled to celebrate our newly qualified Registered Veterinary Nurses, Georgie Taylor and Emma Paul! Both have de...
18/03/2025

We’re thrilled to celebrate our newly qualified Registered Veterinary Nurses, Georgie Taylor and Emma Paul!

Both have dedicated the past three years to their training here at Willows, completing multiple assessments and recently passing their final practical exams to officially become Registered Veterinary Nurses! 🩺

Their hard work, determination, and passion for animal care have truly paid off. We're so proud of their incredible achievement! 🐾👏

Please join us in congratulating them on reaching this fantastic milestone! 💛

17/03/2025



Dorota's journey is nothing short of inspiring.

After suffering paralysis due to a disc extrusion, she underwent surgery but sadly lost sensation in her legs. However, that didn’t stop us from giving her the best possible chance at mobility!

With intensive rehabilitation, including weekly dry treadmill sessions, Dorota has made incredible progress - she has now gained the ability to ‘spinal walk’! 💪🐶

Her determination and resilience have stolen our hearts, and we couldn’t be prouder of her progress.

Keep going, Dorota! ❤️

📢 A final call for veterinary professionals to join us for a free face-to-face session! Later this month, our Neurolog...
17/03/2025

📢 A final call for veterinary professionals to join us for a free face-to-face session!

Later this month, our Neurology Residents Alba Manzanedo-Delgado and Michelle du Toit will be exploring vestibular disease in dogs and cats, common presentations and the approach to a vestibular case and the treatment with some case-based examples, followed by a Q&A session.

Aimed at general practitioners, this engaging seminar will help you gain a better understanding of common presentations of vestibular disease in dogs and cats, common causes and how to approach these cases.

At a glance:
🗣 Vestibular Disease in Dogs and Cats
📆 Thursday 27 March
⏰ 7.30pm
📍 Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service

Places are limited to book your spot today >> https://bit.ly/4brnlEb

Free face-to-face session for veterinary professionals. Join Neurology Residents Alba Manzanedo-Delgado and Michelle d...
07/03/2025

Free face-to-face session for veterinary professionals.

Join Neurology Residents Alba Manzanedo-Delgado and Michelle du Toit for an evening exploring vestibular disease in dogs and cats, common presentations and the approach to a vestibular case and the treatment with some case-based examples, followed by a Q&A session.

Aimed at general practitioners, this engaging seminar will help you gain a better understanding of common presentations of vestibular disease in dogs and cats, common causes and how to approach these cases.

Here are the details:
🗣 Vestibular Disease in Dogs and Cats
📆 Thursday 27 March
⏰ 7.30pm
📍 Willows Veterinary Centre and Referral Service

Secure your place here >> https://bit.ly/4brnlEb

04/03/2025

Meet Mossy, who recently stayed with us for 12 nights on our rehabilitation boarding program following spinal surgery with our Neurology team. During her stay, Mossy received comprehensive care, including land-based exercises, laser therapy and hydrotherapy, all designed to aid her recovery. 💧

When Mossy arrived, she was unsteady on her legs, but by the end of her stay, there were significant improvements in her strength, balance, and coordination. Her charming personality won over the entire team, and she earned the affectionate nickname ‘Bossy Mossy’ for her endearing demand for attention. 💖

She also followed a bespoke diet plan tailored to support her weight loss goals alongside expert care from our dedicated nursing team, veterinary physiotherapists, and consulting nurse.

💻 To learn more about our veterinary physiotherapy and rehabilitation service, visit our website >> https://ow.ly/P42H50Vai4P

Today is World Spay Day! 🌍In recognition of this day, we’d like to highlight the significant health benefits of neuterin...
27/02/2025

Today is World Spay Day! 🌍

In recognition of this day, we’d like to highlight the significant health benefits of neutering for our pets. 🐾

Neutering (or de-sexing) non-breeding household pets can greatly reduce the risk of serious health issues, such as cancers and infections, while also helping to prevent unwanted behaviours. 🩺💙 By choosing neutering, you’re supporting your pet’s long-term health and well-being.

At Willows, we offer both traditional and laparoscopic (keyhole) spaying options for female dogs. Our expert vets will guide you in choosing the best approach for your pet. 🐕

Celebrate World Spay Day with us and make the responsible choice for your pet’s health and well-being!

🔗 Learn more about our neutering services here >> https://bit.ly/4huGoQ7

Free live webinar session for veterinary professionals.Join RCVS Orthopaedic Specialist Toby Gemmill for an engaging w...
26/02/2025

Free live webinar session for veterinary professionals.

Join RCVS Orthopaedic Specialist Toby Gemmill for an engaging webinar! This case-based webinar will provide an in-depth look at the holistic management of osteoarthritis, including the latest insights on analgesic medications—both old and new. We’ll also explore complementary therapies like acupuncture, physiotherapy, and hydrotherapy.

Toby will share his expert approach to treating refractory cases and discuss salvage options for severe, end-stage osteoarthritic joints. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and enhance your clinical practice!

🗣 Management of Osteoarthritis – What’s New?
📆 Wednesday 5 March
⏰ 7.30pm
💻 Online Webinar via Zoom

This webinar is aimed at vets in practice but would also be highly relevant for Registered Veterinary Nurses and Patient Care Assistants who may deal with cases of osteoarthritis, one of the most common presenting problems in small animal practice.

Places are limited; secure your place here >> https://bit.ly/3WRzJHp

Meet miraculous Millie! 🐾Millie, a 9-year-old Labrador, was brought to Willows after suddenly becoming lethargic and de...
24/02/2025



Meet miraculous Millie! 🐾

Millie, a 9-year-old Labrador, was brought to Willows after suddenly becoming lethargic and developing an enlarged abdomen. 🐶💔

Upon examination by Primary Care Clinician Noella Cooper, it was clear something serious was happening—Millie’s gums were very pale, and an ultrasound revealed free fluid in her abdomen along with a large mass. A fluid sample confirmed she was bleeding internally due to the mass.

Millie was immediately referred to the capable hands of Specialist Soft Tissue Surgeon Erika Villedieu. A specialist CT scan identified a large mass in Millie’s liver, and thanks to Erika's expertise, surgery was performed that same evening. The mass was completely removed, and Millie made a smooth recovery.

Biopsy results confirmed the mass was a hepatocellular carcinoma—a type of liver cancer - but fortunately, the tumour had been fully removed and showed no signs of spread. 🎉

Three months later, Millie is back to her playful self, thriving and enjoying life to the fullest! 🐾💚

Join us in wishing farewell and good luck to our Rotating Interns who have completed their rotating internship programme...
21/02/2025

Join us in wishing farewell and good luck to our Rotating Interns who have completed their rotating internship programmes. 👋

⭐️ Syn Yoo is returning to general practice with the hope to specialise in Surgery in the future.

⭐️ Shu Min is returning home to Singapore to work in an emergency setting. She hopes to pursue specialist training in Emergency and Critical Care soon.

⭐️ Joe is returning to general practice and also hoping to specialise in Surgery in the near future.

⭐️ Francisco is staying at Willows as an Emergency Vet with the hope of pursuing specialist training in Neurology.

⭐️ Charlotte is returning to general practice, and although she does not wish to pursue specialist training, she is very grateful for all the experience and training she has received during the internship.

⭐️ Blanka will work in a general practice with a heavy dentistry bias, with the hope to pursue specialist training in Dentistry and Maxillofacial Surgery in the future.

A big thank you to all the team for their hard work and dedication to Willows. We wish them every success in their future careers.

If you want to learn more about our internship programme, visit our website >> https://bit.ly/3YngbMv

Meet our new Rotating Interns! 👋⭐️ Charlotte graduated from New Zealand in 2021. Since then, she has worked in small a...
17/02/2025



Meet our new Rotating Interns! 👋

⭐️ Charlotte graduated from New Zealand in 2021. Since then, she has worked in small animal general practice and part-time as an emergency vet in Australia. Charlotte is particularly interested in Emergency and Critical Care.

⭐️ Fabio graduated from Spain in 2022. After graduation, he worked in an Emergency and Critical Care service in Madrid before moving to the UK and working in General Practice in Manchester. Fabio is interested in both Ophthalmology and Ultrasound.

⭐️ Ieva graduated from Latvia in 2023 and has worked in general practice since then. She is especially interested in Emergency and Critical Care, but she plans to acquire a deeper insight into other specialities before proceeding to work towards becoming a specialist.

⭐️ Dania graduated from Spain in 2021. After graduation, she worked as a veterinary surgeon in General Practice in Leon before completing a rotating internship followed by an internship in Emergency and Critical Care at the Autonomous University of Barcelona. Dania then spent a year working as an emergency vet in Barcelona. Dania has a particular interest in Emergency and Critical Care, although she is enthusiastic about learning from the different speciality teams at Willows.

⭐️ Catarina joined us from Portugal, where she graduated in 2023 and has worked as a general practice vet since. She has an interest in Internal Medicine and Imaging and hopes to specialise in one of those areas in the future.

⭐️ Jamile graduated from Italy in 2023 and has worked as a general practitioner and anaesthetist in Milan since. Before joining Willows in 2025, she spent four months in Brazil, her second country, volunteering in a marine wildlife conservation programme. Jamile is keen to improve her knowledge and skills in all fields of small animal veterinary medicine and find her main discipline of interest.

It's great to have you all on the team!

Happy ! Today, we wanted to share a story of when we mend a broken heart. ❤️‍🩹Meet Frank who is back to loving life fol...
14/02/2025

Happy ! Today, we wanted to share a story of when we mend a broken heart. ❤️‍🩹

Meet Frank who is back to loving life following the installation of his pacemaker.

Dachshund Frank was referred with a third-degree atrioventricular (AV) block, which was so severe his heart rate had dropped to only 25 beats per minute compared to the expected rate of around 80 beats per minute. Frank was suffering seizures as a result of poor blood flow to the brain.

Our Cardiology Resident, Sophie Goodrich, explained to Frank's owners that the solution was to implant an emergency pacemaker to restore Frank's normal heart rate.

Surgery on Frank's heart went very well; he recovered perfectly from the procedure and was discharged the following day.

We're so pleased Frank is back to his travels and enjoying life seizure-free.

📣 New fixed pricing We’re excited to introduce fixed-price packages for ultrasound and CT diagnostic work-ups within our...
12/02/2025

📣 New fixed pricing

We’re excited to introduce fixed-price packages for ultrasound and CT diagnostic work-ups within our Internal Medicine service. This ensures specialist-led care is accessible and transparent, helping clients, patients, and referring vets achieve the best outcomes.

Learn more and refer here >> https://bit.ly/4hHIMCQ

Let’s celebrate Buzz, the brilliant 3-year-old Cocker Spaniel, whose vision has been almost fully restored thanks to th...
10/02/2025



Let’s celebrate Buzz, the brilliant 3-year-old Cocker Spaniel, whose vision has been almost fully restored thanks to the expertise of our Ophthalmology Team! 👏👀

Buzz was referred to Willows with acute onset blindness caused by a rare condition called immune-mediated panuveitis, which is inflammation of the eye’s uvea. While acute blindness due to this condition is uncommon, Buzz responded well to treatment and regained his sight! 🌟

He was treated with oral immunosuppressants, including steroids and cyclosporine, plus topical anti-inflammatory drops. With rapid diagnosis and careful management, Buzz’s vision was nearly fully restored by his five-week recheck!

We’re so pleased to see Buzz back to his happy, healthy self with his bright, beautiful eyes!

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Willows is one of Europe’s leading Specialist small animal referral centres, delivering Specialist pet healthcare for over 30 years. Our state-of-the-art hospital located in Shirley, Solihull is led by internationally renowned Specialists committed to providing the very highest standards of veterinary care.

To find out more about Willows, the services offered and our team visit willows.uk.net