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Eastcott Referrals is part of Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd (A Mars Company).

18/04/2026

Eastcott referrals anaesthesia and analgesia case series - Part 2

Despite routine intravenous medications, Suzie remained uncomfortable. That’s when our specialist Anaesthesia team stepped in to design an advanced individualised pain management plan for Suzie. Pain is a subjective experience, and this is why our cats and dogs receive an individualised pain plan whilst hospitalised with surgical and non-surgical conditions.

As Suzie was not responding to medical, an epidural catheter was placed—a very fine, soft tube positioned near the spinal cord, allowing continuous delivery of pain relief exactly where it’s needed most.

For Suzie, this meant:

- Targeted pain relief when she needed it most
- Fewer side effects from other medications
- A calmer, more comfortable and speedier path to recovery
- Suzie being monitored

Epidural catheters are challenging to place, they required Suzie being sedated with constant and close monitoring by one of our anaesthesia nurses. The placement itself was carried out by two of our European Specialists in Anaesthesia and Analgesia, Ana Gonzalez and Mar Diaz, that have undergone years of theoretical and practical training, allowing them to perform advanced pain management procedures like this one. Placement also required involvement of our imaging team that confirmed that the catheter was placed at the perfect vertebral space.

16/04/2026

Eastcott referrals anaesthesia and analgesia case series - Part 1

Some patients stay with you—and this month, Suzie’s story is a beautiful example of multidisciplinary teamwork, skills, and truly patient-centred care at Eastcott referrals

Meet Suzie, a brave 2-year-old miniature schnauzer who faced a very painful and complex condition: pancreatitis with secondary ileus. These conditions don’t just make pets unwell—they can cause ongoing, deep discomfort that’s difficult to control.

From the very beginning, Suzie’s care became a true team effort.
Our Internal Medicine specialists guided her diagnosis and treatment, while our ICU vets and nurses stayed by her side day and night, monitoring, and caring for her in every moment that mattered.

But despite all of this… one of the greatest challenges in Suzie’s case was pain control - This is where our Anaesthesia and Analgesia specialists make all the difference.

13/04/2026

Introducing Maria Mateos, our RCVS Recognised Specialist in Veterinary Cardiology and EBVS European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Cardiology here at Eastcott referrals.

Maria enjoys all aspects of small animal cardiology, with a particular interest in arrhythmias and interventional treatment of congenital heart diseases.

Did you know? We offer a range of fixed‑price cardiology packages – and we’ve just added a Puppy Heart Murmur Investigation package to help little hearts get the best start - https://www.eastcottreferrals.co.uk/veterinary-professionals/fixed-price-procedures/

11/04/2026

Four specialist teams. One shared goal. Outstanding multidisciplinary care. 🐾

Logan, a 5‑year‑old Cockerdor, was referred to our Neurology team after developing progressive pain around his back end, which eventually caused him to yelp spontaneously even when touched. He also became very lame on one of his forelimbs, leaving his family understandably worried.

A CT scan was performed that revealed he had a large abscess deep within his pelvic canal. His forelimb lameness was caused by secondary spread of infection to his elbow joint. He also had signs of infection spread to his vertebrae and spinal cord.

Logan underwent complex surgery to drain and thoroughly flush the abscess using two approaches-one from above and one through his abdomen. Drains were placed to aid recovery, and the infection within his elbow joint was also drained. He then began a long course of antibiotics to target the infection.

Logan spent several days in hospital under the care of our dedicated teams. Thanks to
teams, Logan received the full benefits of the multidisciplinary care we’re proud to provide here at Eastcott.

We’re delighted to share that Logan has made a full recovery and is now back to his cheerful, tail‑wagging self

09/04/2026

At Eastcott Referrals, sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and improving patient care the heart of what we do.
Our clinicians are dedicated to sharing their knowledge and supporting veterinary surgeons to widen clinical understanding and benefit patients.
Did you know we offer Lunch & Learn sessions? Our topic list has just been refreshed — get in touch to find out more.
https://www.eastcottreferrals.co.uk/veterinary-professionals/lunch-n-learn/

07/04/2026

Diabetic cataracts 👁️🐶
Did you know that up to 80% of dogs with diabetes will develop cataracts?
These cataracts can form very quickly—sometimes within days—leading to sudden blindness. As they develop, they can leak proteins that trigger painful inflammation inside the eye (called lens-induced uveitis), and may even lead to glaucoma if left untreated.
A common myth is that diabetes must be fully stable before eye treatment can be considered. In reality, delaying referral can mean the eyes become inoperable, and some dogs may be left in ongoing discomfort or pain.
At Eastcott Referrals , our ophthalmology team recommends early assessment. Working alongside our specialist anaesthesia team who prepare an individual anaesthesia plan for each patient, we can often act quickly to relieve pain and, in many cases, restore vision
If your diabetic dog shows signs of vision changes, don’t wait—early intervention can make all the difference.

03/04/2026

Recently seen by our Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery team at Eastcott Referrals, this case showcases specialist expertise and a tailored approach to complex maxillofacial care.

We want introduce you to the amazing Maisie... Maisie was presented to Eastcott due to cancer of her mouth which had spread toward her nose.

We know, at Eastcott, how emotive a serious diagnosis such as cancer is and the understandable impacts this can have on our patients and their owners. Its our jobs to help owners make the best decisions for them and their charges and support them through the process of their care.

Happily, we are able to celebrate Maisie's ongoing recovery and at present her cancer is in full remission. This photo shows that despite the physical challenges associated with major surgery our patients' bravery and personality shine through!

The love and care Maisie has received from her owner during her surgical recovery is inspirring, this is definitely a team effort, and we are proud to be a part in keeping the special bond between them.

02/04/2026

Our Golden Oldies CPD event at Longleat sold out fast — but we’re delighted to say that extra capacity has been released and bookings have reopened, 6 hours of CPD for only £110!
Spaces are limited and expected to go quickly again, so don’t miss out!
👉 Secure your place today - https://www.eastcottreferrals.co.uk/longleat/

01/04/2026

A recent case seen by our own Maria Mateos, EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Cardiology at Eastcott Referrals.
The beautiful Dotty comes this week for a cardiac screening for Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM)
DCM is a heart disease that affects the heart’s ability to pump blood efficiently. It’s most commonly seen in dog breeds such as Dobermans, Boxers, Great Danes, Irish Wolfhounds, and Cocker Spaniels.
Early symptoms can be subtle, so it’s important at home, look for signs like:
• Coughing
• Reduced exercise tolerance
• Rapid or laboured breathing
• Fainting or weakness
• Loss of appetite or weight loss
If you notice any of these signs in your dog, especially if they belong to one of the breeds above, reach out to your veterinarian promptly. Early detection and management can make a big difference!

24/03/2026

Case highlight - Neurological Presentation of Multilobular Osteochondrosarcoma - Thomas Shaw MA BVetMed MRCVC DipECVN, ECVN® Diplomate in Veterinary Neurology

Beau, a 7-year-old German Shepherd, was referred to Eastcott in June 2025 for a slow-growing occipital skull mass. CT and biopsy confirmed an invasive (MLO).
After consulting with Tom Shaw (Head of Neurology and Neurosurgery), his owners chose curative-intent surgery for complete excision with clean margins, rather than palliative debulking, to reduce recurrence risk. Surgery was carefully planned with multiplanar CT images to avoid critical structures.
The mass and occipital bone margins were successfully removed en-bloc with wide margins. Beau recovered well, was discharged two days later, and returned to normal activities within a month.
Beau’s owner recently told us he remained well with no signs of mass regrowth. MLOs have a high rate of local recurrence, but we are hopeful that excision with wide margins will reduce the risk significantly. Beau exemplifies the benefit of a radical approach to cranial oncological surgery.

20/03/2026

Today is International Day of Happiness! Keeping our patients happy is always a top priority, did you know Eastcott is now officially Dog Friendly Accredited? 🐶

Our team is working every day to make sure every dog feels safe, calm, and cared for from admission right through to going home.

We’re also proud to share that one of our nurses, Sam Tiney, is our Dog Friendly Advocate. Sam will be leading internal training to help our whole team continue building a supportive, low‑stress experience for our canine patients"

17/03/2026

"Laryngeal paralysis - how to diagnose and what can be done about it".
LP is very common amongst older dogs of certain breeds and can be a relatively insidious cause of dogs "slowing down" as they age. We will review the causes, anatomy, surgical approach and outcomes together with discussing new surgical approaches for treating LP in dogs."
Join our CPD event. Register here:
https://www.eastcottreferrals.co.uk/longleat/

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Edison Business Park, Hindle Way, Off Dorcan Way
Swindon
SN33FR

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http://www.eastcottreferrals.co.uk/

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Eastcott Referrals - About Us

We’re a multidisciplinary veterinary referrals practice based at an RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital in Swindon, Wiltshire.

Our referral service is led by a team of veterinary specialists and we provide an exceptionally high level of clinical and surgical veterinary care to referring vets, clients and their pets.

Our centre is highly-equipped, parking is plentiful and our team offers a warm and professional welcome to clients, referring vets and CPD delegates.

The disciplines we offer care in are anaesthesia and analgesia, cardiology, dentistry, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, internal medicine, laparoscopy, oncology, ophthalmology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery and thoracoscopy.