Rutland House Referrals

30/01/2026

🌟 Rosie’s Remarkable Recovery 🐾

Meet Rosie, a lovely five‑and‑a‑half‑year‑old Cockapoo who was referred to our Medicine and Oncologist, Dr Christopher Saul, after developing spontaneous bruising and bleeding — including blood in her faeces. She had fresh bruises across her stomach and gums, and there was no history of injury or access to anything she shouldn’t have.
💉What We Did:
Blood tests revealed she had a very low platelet count. Platelets are small blood cells that help the blood to clot, so without enough, bruising and bleeding can occur. Further tests — including checks for infections, urine tests, and a CT scan — found no other cause. Rosie was diagnosed with immune-mediated thrombocytopenia (IMT), a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys platelets. Fortunately, most cases respond well to medication.
💊 Treatment & Recovery:
Rosie was treated with vincristine (a drug usually used for cancer, but in this case to boost platelets) followed by the steroid prednisolone to suppress the immune reaction. She responded brilliantly, and her bruising has completely disappeared. She’s now doing really well as we gradually reduce her medication. 💛

If your pet has a complex or unexplained medical problem, remember that referrals are always welcome — we’re here to help. 🐶✨

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28/01/2026

🐾 Meet Harvey – Our Brave Boy! 🐾
Harvey, a 5-year-old Golden retriever, came to us feeling unwell. He had been drinking more water than usual, seemed generally dull, and had sore joints. Initial treatment at his usual vet hadn’t helped, and he suddenly became very painful and unwell.
🔬 What We Did:
Blood tests showed very high calcium levels, a warning sign of serious disease.
A CT scan revealed multiple areas of bone damage.
Samples from his affected bones and bone marrow confirmed multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer.
💊 Treatment & Recovery:
Harvey started medication to treat the cancer, alongside pain relief to keep him comfortable. Within days, he was noticeably brighter, happier, and more energetic. So far, he’s had minimal side effects and is responding very well.
🌟 Why This Matters:
Harvey’s case shows the importance of careful monitoring, thorough testing, and advanced veterinary care. With ongoing treatment, he has a good chance of enjoying a happy, comfortable life for the next few years.

📸 A huge thank you to Harvey’s dad for sharing so many gorgeous photos — we absolutely love them! 💛🐾

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21/01/2026

Severe hindlimb lameness – when orthopaedics isn’t the main issue 🦴➡️🧠
This case is a great reminder that not all marked pelvic limb lameness is orthopaedic in origin.
Flossy presented with an acute, non–weight‑bearing right pelvic limb lameness, graded 10/10 on dynamic assessment.
Orthopaedic examination was largely unremarkable, with only mild right patellar subluxation, felt to be incidental and unlikely to explain the severity of the clinical signs.
Given the mismatch between clinical presentation and orthopaedic findings, advanced imaging was pursued.

🔹 MRI findings
Marked right sciatic neuropathy
Marked right femoral neuropathy
Significant muscle atrophy secondary to denervation

💡 Key takeaway:
This case highlights the importance of maintaining a broad differential list in severe lameness cases and considering neurological causes early, particularly when clinical signs appear disproportionate to orthopaedic findings.

20/01/2026

Yesterday our wonderful team came together for a bake sale in memory of one of our much‑loved nursing colleagues, while also raising funds for 💜🐾

We marked the occasion alongside , taking a moment to pause, connect, and enjoy a cup of something warming – because looking after each other matters just as much as the work we do every day.

Thank you to everyone who baked, donated, and took part. Moments like these remind us of the strength of our team and the importance of kindness, connection, and support.

16/01/2026

🐾 TPLO Surgery Success Story 🐾
We’re pleased to share the radiographic outcome from a recent TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) performed for a dog with cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) disease.
These pre‑ and post‑operative X‑rays show:
✅ Accurate correction of the tibial plateau
✅ Excellent limb alignment
✅ Stable implant positioning for long‑term support
TPLO surgery is designed to restore comfort and stability to the knee, helping dogs return to pain‑free movement and an active lifestyle. It’s always rewarding to see such a strong surgical outcome helping our patients on their road to recovery 💙
If you think your dog may be struggling with lameness or knee pain, our team is here to help.
📍 Rutland House Referrals
📞 Get in touch to learn more about TPLO surgery and orthopaedic care

14/01/2026

🐾 – Keiko’s Ear Journey

Say hello to Keiko, a gorgeous 14-month-old Cocker Spaniel who loves agility! Recently, she started shaking and scratching her head and was diagnosed with otitis (ear inflammation/infection).
Our Dermatologist, Dr Silvana Roviello, found a large amount of wax in her ear canals. Using a video-otoendoscope, we cleaned her ears under anaesthesia and discovered a cobblestone appearance caused by inflamed glands (ear canal pic 1).
✅ After treatment with oral anti-inflammatories and ear drops, her ears improved dramatically (ear canal pic 2) in just 2 weeks!
Because otitis can be linked to food allergies, Keiko is now on a special elimination diet and making great progress.
📸 Huge thanks to her Mum for sharing these beautiful photos.

📞 01744 853 510 | 📧 referrals@rutlandhousevets.co.uk

13/01/2026

✨ Say hello to the gorgeous Daphne! ✨

Daphne came to us unable to walk, but after spinal surgery (hemilaminectomy), she’s smashing her recovery journey 💙
Check out this clip of her enjoying a physio and hydrotherapy session at one of our branch surgeries – what a superstar! 🌊🐾
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08/01/2026

Meet Ronnie 🐾

Ronnie is making a speedy recovery following his surgery with Dr Bartosz Ropelewski 💙

Ronnie, 10 days post–tibial tuberosity transposition (TTT) and trochleoplasty, was re-examined following surgical correction of a right medial patellar luxation. He initially presented with a persistent history of right pelvic limb lameness. At this postoperative assessment, healing and limb function were evaluated to monitor surgical outcome and recovery progress.

To refer a case or discuss it with us, please call 01744 853510 or email referrals@rutlandhousevets.co.uk

24/12/2025

🎄✨ We’re Here for You This Holiday Season 🎄✨

As the festive season approaches, we want to reassure our referring vets and pet owners that Rutland House Referrals is open 24/7, 365 days a year.
Our team will be here throughout the holidays, providing emergency care whenever it’s needed 🐾
🎄 Bank holidays and weekends – Referral emergencies only.
If you need us, we’re just a call away—day or night.
📞 01744 853 510 for urgent referrals or case discussions.
For non-urgent cases click this link https://rutlandreferrals.com/referring-vets/refer-a-case or email referrals@rutlandhousevets.co.uk

24/12/2025

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all! 🎄

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing staff and clients for your incredible generosity towards the Animal Shoebox Appeal. Your support has truly overwhelmed us this year! The shoeboxes have now been distributed (thanks to Maple Veterinary Surgery) to rescue centres across our area, bringing joy and comfort to so many animals in need 🐱 🐶