Specialist-Led Cat Referral Centre
Cave Veterinary Specialists, based in Somerset, is proud to be recognised as a leading cat referral centre and veterinary hospital. With a team of veterinary specialists, we are able to provide advanced diagnosis, treatment and surgical interventions for cats referred to us from across the UK.
Whether your referral is for complex neurological conditions, orthopaedics, oncology or other needs, our multidisciplinary team is able to support referring vets with a range of cat-specific services and veterinary care.
If you have a cat referral, complete our referral form online today and give your patient the best advanced veterinary care.
Why Send Your Referral to Our Referral Centre?
Cats present with a unique set of clinical challenges and subtle signs of illness. They are also prone to anxiety in stressful situations and can be particular about their handling. At Cave Vets, our teams understand this and have been able to provide a calm, low-stress environment for all of our referred cats, keeping them as comfortable and happy as possible whilst with us. We also have members of our veterinary nursing staff and support nurses who are experts in cat-specific protocols for handling. This ensures that your patient is happy while with us at our veterinary hospital and can receive the best treatment and care for their conditions.
Our specialist-led teams are trained in cat-specific behaviours, physiology and treatment protocols, meaning that every referral patient receives exceptional care that is tailored to their size, age and breed.
At Cave Vets, we not only support our referred patients, but we also support referring vets. When you have completed a referral, you can expect:
- Pre-referral advice and guidance if needed
- Regular and clear communication throughout the referral process
- Access to leading veterinary diagnostics and treatments
- A prompt discharge back to you when the patient is ready
- A collaborative approach to care and treatment.
Our aim is to provide your patient with extended veterinary care and advanced treatments for their conditions; we do not replace your primary care. If you have a referral for one of your patients, complete our online form for our cat referral centre.
Commonly Referred Conditions to Our Cat Referral Centre
Cave Veterinary Specialists are able to receive veterinary referrals for a wide range of specialisms, including neurology, cardiology, oncology, internal medicine and more. With a wide range of services available, we are able to accept referrals for complex conditions such as:
- Chronic kidney disease
- Diabetes mellitus
- Feline asthma and respiratory issues
- Hyperthyroidism and thyroid adenomas
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Chronic Diarrhoea
- Hepatic lipidosis, cholangitis and liver disease
- Haematuria, FLUTD and urinary tract disorders
- Seizures
- Idiopathic epilepsy
- Vestibular disease and ataxia
- Spinal cord injuries
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Congenital neurological defects (hydrocephalus)
- Lymphoma
- Soft tissue sarcomas
- Mammary tumours
- Squamous cell carcinomas
- Chemotherapy tailored to specific cat tolerances
- Hip dysplasia and luxation
- Patellar luxation
- Stifle injuries
- Joint trauma and arthritis (older cats)
Surgical Interventions
- Fracture repair and trauma management
- Perineal urethrostomy and urinary obstruction surgery
- Diaphragmatic hernia repair
- Abdominal exploratory surgeries
- Laryngeal and airway surgeries
For all surgical interventions, our anaesthesia team will use protocols specifically for cats, ensuring their safety under sedation and in recovery. Pain management is tailored to each cat’s needs in recovery.
- CT scans and MRI machines for neurological and soft tissue evaluation
- Abdominal and thoracic ultrasound
- Radiography under sedation
- Endoscopy for GI and respiratory cases
If you have a case to refer for your feline patient, complete a referral to our cat referral centre today. Whether your patient’s condition is listed above or you have another condition, our team will accept referrals of all kinds.
What Makes Cave Vets A Leading Cat Referral Centre?
At Cave Vets, we believe that every animal deserves the best levels of care and access to advanced veterinary services. When you refer your cats to us, you can expect:
- Species-specific care: Our veterinary hospital facilities include an isolated cat ward and quiet spaces for them to rest and recover.
- A specialist veterinary team: Our board-certified veterinary specialists are highly skilled and experienced in a wide range of services including neurology & neurosurgery, diagnostics, oncology, cardiology, internal medicine and more.
- Advanced veterinary facilities: Our state-of-the-art facilities include CT Scanners, MRI machines and a 24/7 hospitalisation suite for patients in recovery with us.
- Collaborative support: We work in close collaboration with referring veterinary practices to ensure continuity of care and ongoing communication throughout the referral process.
Veterinary Hospital Facilities Available
Cave Veterinary Specialists is home to some of the most advanced veterinary hospital facilities, including:
Veterinary Referral Services We Offer:
Cat Referral Centre Veterinary Specialist
At Cave Veterinary Specialists, our expert team of veterinary specialists, nurses, and support staff delivers exceptional care for small animal referrals from across the UK.
Our specialists are board-certified and recognised by the RCVS, holding European-accredited qualifications across a wide range of disciplines. These include internal medicine, neurology, cardiology, orthopaedics, oncology, dentistry, and more, ensuring your feline patients benefit from the highest standards of diagnostic and therapeutic care.
To support our commitment to cat referrals, our nursing and support teams are trained in low-stress cat handling techniques. This helps to ensure a calm, comfortable experience for every cat and peace of mind for their owners.
Support for Referring Vets & Cat Patients
We understand that referring cats of all ages can be a big step; however, you can find complete reassurance that the specialist care and treatment they receive from Cave Vets will help improve their future.
When you complete a referral to Cave Veterinary Specialists, we work closely with you to ensure the referral process is smooth from initial consultation to discharge and handover.
We will provide your patient with:
- Prompt assessment following your referral
- Pre-referral advice if required
- Detailed reports and follow-up recommendations
- Clear and transparent communications at all stages
- Discharge of the patient back to you as quickly as possible
We are able to provide advanced veterinary care for your patients as an extension of your team. Across all of our services, your patient will be treated with the utmost care and respect, like they were a part of our own family.
Our cat referrals have been designed to save you time while ensuring your patients receive the specialist care they need without delay.
- Submit a referral form online: Complete our online referral form or contact our team for further information beforehand.
- Appointment arranged with your client: We will contact your client directly to discuss an appointment.
- Referral case management: Our specialist veterinarians will complete a consultation with your patient, including diagnostics, recommending treatments and procedures as needed.
- Post-Discharge handover: Following the completion of treatment or surgery, our team will ensure that your pet is recovering well before discharge. We will provide a detailed summary of the patient's care and recommended treatments for ongoing management.
If you are looking for a specialist cat referral centre, refer your patient to Cave Veterinary Specialists today. We make referring quick and seamless, ensuring that your patients get the care and treatment that they deserve.
Based in Somerset, Cave Vets is easily accessible for all pet owners, taking referrals from across the UK.
