Cave Veterinary Specialists is a leading dog referral centre, providing advanced veterinary care and treatment for canine patients with complex medical conditions and needs.
Whether you need to make a referral for neurological conditions, orthopaedic needs or surgical interventions, our veterinary specialists can help and support both you and your patients.
Complete your online referral to Cave Veterinary Specialists today, your trusted dog referral centre.
Why Refer to Our Dog Referral Centre?
Like most pets, dogs present with unique health challenges that require specialist, experienced veterinarians to provide advanced levels of care. Our team at Cave Veterinary Specialists are board-certified veterinary specialists with European recognition for their skills. Working across multiple disciplines, we are able to provide rapid diagnosis and targeted treatments for your referred patients, as well as providing clear communications with you as the referring vet throughout the whole process.
When referring to our dog referral centre, you can be sure of:
- Pre-referral advice and guidance
- Prompt and efficient referral processing
- Access to advanced diagnostics and treatments
- Regular updates and detailed case reports
- Collaboration with you, the referring vet, to get your patient returned to your care quickly.
If you are looking for a dog referral centre that you can trust, refer to Cave Veterinary Specialists today and let us help you, your patient and their owners.
Conditions Commonly Referred To Our Dog Referral Centre
At Cave Vets, we regularly see and treat a broad spectrum of conditions in dogs, ranging from acute illnesses to chronic diseases, congenital disorders and post-traumatic cases. Referrals to our veterinary hospital can cover:
- Chronic gastrointestinal issues (weight loss, vomiting)
- Liver disease
- Pancreatitis
- Portosystemic shunts
- Canine diabetes mellitus
- Endocrine disorders
- Immune-Mediated diseases
- Chronic kidney disease, Urinary tract abnormalities
- Respiratory disorders
- Seizure disorders
- Idiopathic epilepsy
- Vestibular syndrome and ataxia
- Meningoencephalitis of unknown origin
- Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD)
- Congenital malformations affecting the CNS
- Cruciate ligament injuries, including TPLO and TTA
- Elbow and hip dysplasia
- Fractures
- Trauma management
- Patella luxation
- Arthritis
- Degenerative joint conditions
- Staging and diagnosis using advanced imaging
- Surgical care planning
- Palliative care planning
- Lymphoma, mast cell tumours and osteosarcoma
Surgery
- Soft tissue and reconstructive surgery
- Thoracic and abdominal procedures
- Wound management
- Hernia repair
- Surgical oncology, including tumour removal
- BOAS surgery in brachycephalic breeds
- On-site MRI and CT scans for neurology and orthopaedics
- Radiography and fluoroscopy
- Ultrasounds for cardiac, abdominal and thoracic assessment
- Endoscopy for airway, GI and urogenital investigations
If you have a dog referral case that is not listed above, please continue to refer your patient to us. We offer diagnosis and treatment for an exceptional number of complex and common conditions, helping every patient that comes to our veterinary hospital.
Why Choose Leading Dog Referral Centre, Cave Vets?
At Cave Vets, we combine multidisciplinary teamwork, the latest veterinary facilities and a compassionate approach to provide the highest standards of veterinary care for all patients. Our leading dog referral centre includes:
- Dedicated dog ward for low-stress environments
- Dog-only isolation facilities and an ICU for intensive care
- RCVS and EBVS veterinary specialists
- Expert anaesthesia team with dog-specific protocols
With all dogs referred to our care, we treat them like they were our own, ensuring that they receive the highest standards of care, clinical excellence and patient comfort throughout the referral journey with us.
Veterinary Hospital Facilities Available
Cave Veterinary Specialists is home to some of the most advanced veterinary hospital facilities, including:
Veterinary Referral Services We Offer:
Support for Referring Vets & Dog Patients
We understand that referring dogs of all breeds and 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 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 dog 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 dog 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.
