Animal Referral Centre

Trusted Veterinary Specialists for Complex Cases

If you have a patient in need of advanced veterinary diagnostics, specialist treatment or complex surgical intervention, Cave Veterinary Specialists is here to help you. As a leading animal referral centre in the UK, we aim to work as an extension of your veterinary practice to ensure patients receive the highest levels of care across multiple disciplines.

Based in Somerset, our veterinary hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and board-certified veterinarians, supported by experienced nurses and support teams. We provide seamless case management for all referred patients from initial referral to discharge. Your patients are in safe hands; complete your referral to Cave Vets today, a trusted animal referral centre.

Specialist Referral Services At Our Animal Referral Centre

A multi-discipline, fully equipped veterinary animal referral centre, Cave Veterinary Specialist are able to offer a comprehensive range of services for patients in need of advanced care:

Internal Medicine

We manage a range of complex medical cases including:

• Endocrine and metabolic disorders
• Gastrointestinal, renal and hepatic disease
• Haematology and immune-medicated conditions
• Infectious disease and chronic illness 

Neurology & Neurosurgery

Providing expertise in:

• Seizure management and epilepsy
• Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
• Neuropathies and spinal injuries
• Advanced imaging and surgical intervention

Orthopaedics

Animal referrals for musculoskeletal conditions including:

• Cranial cruciate ligament rupture (TPLO/TTA)
• Fracture repair and joint instability
• Hip and elbow dysplasia
• Arthroscopy and corrective procedures

Soft Tissue Surgery

This includes surgical interventions for conditions such as:

• Abdominal and thoracic surgery
• BOAS surgery for brachycephalic breeds
• Surgical oncology
• Complex wound management

Oncology

Collaborating on cancer care for animals, with a focus on:

• Diagnostic staging 
• Chemotherapy and surgical options
• Palliative care and quality of life planning

Cardiology

Providing specialist treatment for:

• Congenital defects
• Heart disease, murmurs and arrhythmias
• Cardiomyopathies and heart failure management

Oral Surgery & Dentistry

Advanced care for:

• Maxillofacial trauma and oral tumours
• Periodontal disease
• Advanced dental extractions

Whether you need advanced veterinary support for your patients, speak to our team at Cave Vets today and let us help.

Advanced Veterinary Facilities

Our animal referral centre is home to state-of-the-art veterinary facilities, ensuring that we can provide timely and accurate results for all referral cases. Our on-site facilities include:

• A CT Scanner
• MRI Machines
• Advanced diagnostics and imaging
• Fully equipped surgical theatres
• 24/7 hospitalisation facilities including and ICU and isolation wards
• Chemotherapy suite for patients in need of advanced cancer care.

All referred patients that come to us is supported by our compassionate nursing team, all of whom are trained in low-stress handling techniques to ensure maximum comfort during the patients stay with us.

Complete your patient’s referral to our animal referral centre today with our online form or speak to our team.

If you are in need of urgent care and an emergency vet, call our veterinary hospital today and speak to our team. We are on hand to help with urgent case acceptance, ensuring all patients get the best care quickly.

Why Refer to Leading Animal Referral Centre Cave Vets

Here at Cave Vets, we understand that making a referral for your patient is not always easy. Our aim is to work with you to offer collaborative care that puts your patient first. With a team of multi-disciplinary specialists providing a wide range of care, you can be sure to expect the following from us:

• Direct access to our board certified veterinarians and clinicians
• Advice for your patient pre-referral
• Clear and regular communication with detailed updates and a detailed discharge report
• Timely intervention with rapid diagnostics and results for urgent and complex cases
• A fully supported experience from a professional team.

Whether you are looking to refer for a first opinion, or seeking specialist insight into challenging conditions, our team is here to assist you and your patient. Make your referral online today or give us a call.

Making a Referral to Our Animal Referral Centre

As veterinarians ourselves, we know that filling our reems of paperwork is not the best use of time for your patients. This is why, at Cave Vets, we have made the referral process as smooth as possible:

1. Contact us for pre-referral advice or complete our referral form online
2. A call to your client is made to arrange an appointment with them
3. Consultation, diagnostics and treatment are carried out by our veterinary specialists on -site
4. Your patient is discharged back into your care with a detailed discharge report and recommendations for follow up care.

Make sure your patient receives nothing but the highest levels of advanced veterinary care at our animal referral centre today. For complex medical cases, advanced imaging or surgical interventions, our team is ready to help you. Make your referral today.

Cave Veterinary Specialist are your trusted partner for advanced veterinary care for small animals across the UK. Located in Somerset, we accept cases for across Devon, Bristol, Cardiff, Swansea and further afield. If you are unsure about your patient’s needs, speak to our team today. We work collaboratively with all primary care veterinary practices, providing expert care in our leading animal referral centre.