Yorkshire Independent Referrals

Yorkshire Independent Referrals We are an independently-owned veterinary referral hospital. We hope you feel at home! Veterinary Referral Hospital
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We are passionate about providing an exceptional service for pets and their owners following a referral from first opinion vets in and around Yorkshire.

22/06/2026

Happy Cat World Domination Day! 👑

Today, we celebrate our feline overlords — the masters of selective affection, expert nap strategists, and unquestioned rulers of our homes (and hearts!).

At Yorkshire Independent Referrals, we know cats have a special way of keeping everyone in line — from clients and veterinary teams to the humans lucky enough to serve them at home.

As a referral veterinary orthopaedic practice, we’re proud to support referring veterinary professionals and provide advanced care for cats needing specialist orthopaedic treatment, helping them get back to climbing, stretching, supervising, and ruling their kingdoms in comfort.

To all the cats out there:
✔️ Your throne is secure
✔️ Your humans remain devoted
✔️ Your world domination plans are proceeding perfectly

Share a photo or video of your feline ruler in the comments — we’d love to meet them!

A simple card can mean so much!At our orthopaedic and neurosurgery referral practice, we are privileged to help patients...
19/06/2026

A simple card can mean so much!

At our orthopaedic and neurosurgery referral practice, we are privileged to help patients regain comfort, mobility and quality of life. Receiving kind messages from owners is always a reminder of why we do what we do.

These cards reflect not only the care provided by our team, but also the strong partnership between referring veterinary practices and referral services. By working together, we can offer patients access to advanced orthopaedic and neurological diagnostics, surgery and rehabilitation while ensuring continuity of care throughout their treatment journey.

We would like to thank both the owners who take the time to share their appreciation and the veterinary professionals who trust us with the care of their patients.

Whether it's managing spinal cases, cruciate disease, fractures, patellar luxation, joint instability or more complex orthopaedic conditions, we are committed to providing a supportive, collaborative referral service for veterinary colleagues and their clients.

Case Spotlight: FraserMeet Fraser, a lovely energetic 6-year old dog, who was referred to us following acute lameness of...
16/06/2026

Case Spotlight: Fraser

Meet Fraser, a lovely energetic 6-year old dog, who was referred to us following acute lameness of his left front leg after exercise.

Our investigations identified that Fraser had injured his carpal (wrist) joint, resulting in a significant carpal hyperextension instability.

Fraser underwent carpal arthrodesis surgery to repair his unstable carpal (wrist) joint. We attached a specially designed plate to his carpus to stabilise the joint and give him his quality of life back.

At his first post-op assessment, Fraser is progressing well with no immediate concerns. We will continue to monitor him over the coming weeks of his recovery.

Cases such as Fraser's highlight the importance of prompt recognition and stabilisation of carpal hyperextension injuries to achieve the most optimal outcome for our patients.

World Pet Memorial Day 🕯Today, we take a moment to remember the beloved pets who are no longer with us, but whose pawpri...
08/06/2026

World Pet Memorial Day 🕯

Today, we take a moment to remember the beloved pets who are no longer with us, but whose pawprints remain forever in our hearts.

At Yorkshire Independent Referrals, we understand the extraordinary bond shared between pets and their families. Our companions bring us comfort, joy, loyalty, and unconditional love — and their impact on our lives never fades.

World Pet Memorial Day is an opportunity to honour those cherished friends, celebrate the memories they gave us, and reflect on the special moments that made them part of our family.

To everyone remembering a much-loved companion today, we are thinking of you.

🌍 World Environment Day 🌿At our referral veterinary orthopaedic practice, we are committed to delivering the highest lev...
05/06/2026

🌍 World Environment Day 🌿

At our referral veterinary orthopaedic practice, we are committed to delivering the highest level of care for every patient while also recognising our responsibility to protect the world they live in.

From advancing sustainable practices within our hospital to reducing waste and improving efficiency wherever possible, we continually look for ways to minimise our environmental impact without compromising clinical excellence.

Because caring for animals also means caring for the planet we share.

This World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to innovation, compassion, and sustainability — for our patients today and for future generations to come.

A big thank you to everyone who attended our free CPD evening at our referral veterinary practice. It was fantastic to w...
04/06/2026

A big thank you to everyone who attended our free CPD evening at our referral veterinary practice. It was fantastic to welcome veterinary surgeons and veterinary physiotherapists for an evening of learning, collaboration, and engaging discussion. We greatly appreciate your support and enthusiasm, and we look forward to seeing you again at future events!

Treating Stifle OCD in a Young Labrador Retriever 🐾At Yorkshire Independent Referrals, Maude — a 9-month-old Labrador Re...
01/06/2026

Treating Stifle OCD in a Young Labrador Retriever 🐾

At Yorkshire Independent Referrals, Maude — a 9-month-old Labrador Retriever — presented with acute right pelvic limb lameness following exercise.

Initial radiographs performed by the referring veterinary practice demonstrated intraarticular effusion within the right stifle and a subchondral defect affecting a femoral condyle. CT imaging confirmed a medial femoral condyle osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesion with associated joint effusion.

Surgical treatment consisted of:
• Right stifle medial arthrotomy
• OCD debridement
• Placement of an 8mm x 8mm SynACART resurfacing core

Stifle OCD is considerably less common than shoulder OCD in dogs but remains an important differential in young, large breed dogs presenting with stifle effusion and lameness. Untreated lesions may lead to persistent pain, cartilage deterioration, and progressive osteoarthritis.

Advanced resurfacing techniques can provide excellent functional outcomes when appropriate case selection and early intervention are achieved.

We are delighted that Maude is recovering well post-operatively and would like to thank the referring veterinary team for their collaboration in her care!

Join us for our upcoming CPD evening at YIR on June 2nd at 7:30pm.This event will include two practical presentations d...
29/05/2026

Join us for our upcoming CPD evening at YIR on June 2nd at 7:30pm.

This event will include two practical presentations designed for referring veterinary surgeons:

• What Can I Diagnose with an X-ray: Forelimb Conditions
• Common Nerve Blocks Used in Orthopaedic and Other Procedures

An excellent opportunity to refresh imaging interpretation skills and gain practical tips for everyday cases and perioperative analgesia.

We still have spots available and would be delighted to welcome you to our referral orthopaedic practice.

To book your place, please contact: [email protected]

Accessible Advanced Diagnostics for Epilepsy Cases As a veterinary referral practice, we understand that investigating s...
25/05/2026

Accessible Advanced Diagnostics for Epilepsy Cases

As a veterinary referral practice, we understand that investigating suspected idiopathic epilepsy can sometimes be financially challenging for pet owners. That is why we are pleased to offer an external outpatient MRI and CSF analysis service at a highly competitive price, helping referring veterinary surgeons complete the diagnostic work-up for their patients without the need for a full neurology consultation in every case.

Our service is designed to support both first opinion practices and their clients by providing access to advanced imaging and diagnostics in a safe, professional, and affordable way.

✔️ MRI brain scan
✔️ CSF analysis
✔️ Careful review of each patient’s history prior to referral
✔️ Advice and guidance offered to referring vets when needed
✔️ Safe anaesthesia protocols tailored to every patient
✔️ Full imaging report provided by a specialist imaging interpretation service

We believe that access to high-quality diagnostics should be achievable for more patients, particularly when early and accurate diagnosis can significantly influence long-term management and quality of life.

Our team works closely with referring veterinary surgeons to ensure a smooth and supportive process from referral through to reporting.

If you would like more information about our outpatient MRI epilepsy work-up service, please get in touch with our team.

Mia’s Story – A Reminder That Early Intervention Matters Meet Mia, a brave 2-year-old Pekingese who has now successfully...
22/05/2026

Mia’s Story – A Reminder That Early Intervention Matters

Meet Mia, a brave 2-year-old Pekingese who has now successfully recovered from two spinal surgeries for intervertebral disc extrusion (IVDE).

Mia first presented to our referral service in October with an acute onset of mild hind limb paresis. Advanced imaging confirmed an L1–L2 IVDE, and she underwent a hemilaminectomy with an excellent recovery over the following weeks.

Unfortunately, in March, Mia returned after a recurrence of clinical signs — this time presenting with non-ambulatory paraparesis. A repeat CT scan revealed a new T13–L1 IVDE, requiring a second spinal surgery. We are delighted to share that Mia once again made a full recovery and is back enjoying life with her very devoted family.

While IVDE recurrence can be discouraging for owners, cases like Mia’s highlight how prompt recognition, advanced imaging, and timely surgical intervention can lead to excellent outcomes, even when multiple surgeries are required.

IVDE recurrence rates in dogs are estimated to be around 20%, meaning some predisposed patients may experience additional episodes during their lifetime.

⚠️ Early recognition of signs is essential:
• Back or neck pain
• Reluctance to jump or exercise
• Hind limb weakness or wobbliness
• Dragging paws
• Difficulty walking or paralysis

For predisposed breeds, preventative management is also important where possible, including:
✔️ Limiting jumping on and off furniture
✔️ Avoiding activities that place excessive stress on the spine
✔️ Maintaining a healthy body weight

We are very pleased that Mia’s owner feels reassured knowing that advanced veterinary care is available whenever needed, and we hope Mia remains symptom-free for a very long time.

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IES House Mission Street
Brighouse
HD61NQ

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm

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