Bridge Referrals

30/05/2026

Meet our long distance traveller Alfie!

Alfie and his owners travelled all the way from the Shetland Islands for cataract surgery with our ophthalmologist Sarah Harrison. Alfie developed cataracts due to his diabetes and was bumping into objects due to his poor vision! ❤️‍🩹

Alfie has an ophthalmic assessment which includes an electroretinogram and ocular ultrasound to make sure he was a good candidate for surgery. On his pre-operative checks it was noted Alfie has a heart murmur so our cardiologist Karl, performed a pre-anaesthetic heart scan to make sure his anaesthetic was as safe as possible.

Alfie recovered well after surgery and his sight has been restored.

If your pet is struggling with cataracts, we are offering free cataract assessments in June! 👁️

29/05/2026

Even the cutest dogs can sometimes find themselves in trouble! ❤️‍🩹

Rosie, a one-year-old Cockerpoo, was having the time of her life chasing a ball on a walk when she landed awkwardly and sadly fractured her right forearm.

Radiographs confirmed a transverse distal radial and ulnar fracture. Rosie was promptly taken to theatre, where the fracture was carefully reduced and stabilised using a 2mm locking plate placed along the cranial aspect of the radius.

Following surgery, Rosie stayed with us overnight for pain relief and close monitoring before being discharged the next day with instructions for strict rest and gradually increasing lead exercise.

Rosie returned to us for her post-operative wound check and later for repeat radiographs six weeks after surgery. Although she wasn’t quite as excited to see us again as we were to see her, which is understandable! We were delighted to see that her fracture was healing very well. Even better, Rosie is now comfortably using the leg again! 🙌

She now has a few more weeks of gradually increasing exercise and rebuilding her fitness before she can return to her normal adventures.

We’re very pleased with Rosie’s progress and hope the tennis ball doesn’t get the better of her again anytime soon! 💚💙

https://www.bridgereferrals.co.uk/blog/from-fetch-to-fracture-rosies-orthopaedic-journey/

29/05/2026

Exciting to see the progress being made on Unit 2! 🏗️🐾

This expansion marks another big step forward in allowing us to care for even more pets, support more referring vets, continue growing our incredible team and introduce Emergency Vet Team (EVT), our brand-new out-of-hours and emergency service! 🚑✨

We’re incredibly excited for what’s to come and can’t wait to share more updates with you along the way!

Take a look at the latest update here 👇

We are pleased with the progress at our Bridge Referrals project. The practice has expanded into the neighbouring space at Boldon and is currently developing internal areas to provide additional clinical and practice space. Today’s site visit focuses on reviewing the ongoing layouts and internal f...

29/05/2026

Upcoming FREE CPD at Bridge Referrals! ⬇️

Cardiology 🫀
Feline HCM: What matters, what to do, what's changed?
Thursday 9th July | 7pm - hosted by Karl Bovenizer MVB, CertVC, MRCVS

Ophthalmology 👁️
Vision loss in dogs and cats - To see or not to see, that is the question!
Thursday 15th September | 7pm - Hosted by Olivia Grice PGCertSAAOphthal, MRCVS

Medicine 💊
What's New in Veterinary Endocrinology?
Tuesday 10th November | 7pm - Hosted by Bethany Deadman BVCs BSAVA PGCertSAM (Dist) MRCVS

If you'd like to attend, please email 📩 [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you soon! 👋

29/05/2026

Happy Friday everyone! ❤️✨

We recently donated our part-used fluids to Blyth Wildlife Rescue, and we’re so pleased to share that they are already being put to very good use supporting the treatment and care of local wildlife patients.

We are currently preparing a second box of fluids to continue supporting their incredible work.

Attached is a photo of one of their current patients - a beautiful deer fawn receiving care from the rescue team 🦌 It’s wonderful to see the direct impact these donations are having and how they are helping support wildlife in need!

The rescue team have also asked if members of the public would be willing to donate any towels, flat sheets, or puppy pads to help support the charity. Clients are welcome to drop donations off at our reception, and we will gladly pass them on! ❤️

28/05/2026

🚨 We’re Hiring at Bridge Referrals! 🐾

We have exciting opportunities available across our Referral & ECC teams:

✨ Veterinary Nurse – Rotational
✨ OOH & ECC Registered Veterinary Nurse | Nights
✨ ECC Referral In-patient Kennel Nurse | Days
✨ ECC Referral Clinician | Days

Join our growing, supportive team and work in a fast-paced referral environment with fantastic development opportunities and an amazing team culture! 💙

For more information, click the link below! 👇
https://www.bridgereferrals.co.uk/jobs/

📩 Get in touch to apply or find out more!
✨[email protected]

28/05/2026

Theo came in to see Olivia, one of our ophthalmologist’s yesterday for an initial assessment! 🩵

He was such a good boy during his examination and we look forward to seeing this cutie again in four weeks time! 🩵🐾

26/05/2026

We’re incredibly proud to share that we’ve been nominated for My Local Awards Veterinary Practice of the Year – North East! 🎉

Thank you to our amazing clients, patients, and referring practices for your continued support, it means the world to our team! 💙

If you’d like to support us, we’d be so grateful for your vote:
👇
https://mylocalawards.co.uk/business/bridge-referrals/

26/05/2026

FREE Cataract Assessments – June 2026 👁️

Cataracts are one of the leading causes of visual impairment in dogs and cats, and early signs can often be subtle. Early assessment is key to achieving the best possible outcomes for patients.

Throughout June 2026, Bridge Referrals is offering complimentary cataract assessment consultations with our RCVS Advanced Practitioners in Ophthalmology.

✅No obligation following the consultation
✅Full assessment report sent to your veterinary practice
✅Ophthalmology pricing information available

Guide pricing for cataract surgery:
• Unilateral surgery (one eye) – from £5,000
• Bilateral surgery (both eyes) – from £6,000

Referrals can be made by referring veterinary practices through our online referral platform. Please include the patient’s full clinical history and note “Free Cataract Consultation” on the referral.

🐾 https://app.bridgereferrals.co.uk/

For more information or to discuss a case with the team, please get in touch with Bridge Referrals.

📩[email protected]
☎️0191 5808330

21/05/2026

Well done Blue! 🩵🐾

Handsome Blue was referred to Darren and our Oncology Team for the assessment and management of re**al bleeding caused by high-grade B-cell colore**al lymphoma.

Today, he completed his chemotherapy treatment and received a very well-deserved treat from the team! 💚💙

Blue responded incredibly well to treatment and remains free from clinical signs of disease, while still keeping his wonderfully mischievous personality intact. He has been an absolute superstar throughout his journey and has certainly kept the oncology nurses on their toes! 🫶