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Approach every case with confidence. Collaborate with specialists on your cases in your clinic.

Using the latest technologies to bring the Veterinary Specialist directly to your practice.

30/07/2025

Top tips for getting Blood Pressure readings in practice. 🏥

o Choose an environment which is quiet, and ideally away from other animals. If possible, the pet’s owner should be present.

o Ideally the patient should not be sedated. Allow them time to become comfortable in their surroundings.

o Gently restrain in lateral or ventral recumbency, ensuring the patient is calm, relaxed and comfortable at all times.

o The cuff width should be approximately 30-40% of the circumference of the cuff site (limb or tail may be used)

o Discard the first reading, then take 5-7 consecutive readings and record, taking an average of all readings.

o Record results, including the patient’s position, cuff size and site, to allow for standardization in future.

To find out how VVS can help you to support your patients, in your practice, visit www.vvs.vet or email us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help further.

28/07/2025

Calling all vets!

Are you seeking specialist clinical collaboration to elevate your practice? Look no further!

Our dedicated team of internal medicine specialists are here to provide expert support, whether you need a second opinion or guidance with a complex case.

Together, we can deliver exceptional care to pets and provide peace of mind to their owners

Contact us to discuss your clinical cases with one of our friendly internal medicine specialists, our email is [email protected] or visit www.vvs.vet for more information.

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25/07/2025

🏵️ Feel Good Friday 🏵️

You might recognise this handsome face. Howard supported as one of our 'dog models' during our recent Cardiac Ultrasound CPD training. 🩺

As well as helping vets across the profession develop their skills, Howard has now added another string to his bow by qualifying as a Pets As Therapy dog. He’ll soon be visiting hospitals and schools to offer some much-needed cuddle therapy. 🐶

When he’s not busy serving his community, Howard enjoys the good life stretched out on the sofa at home with our Commercial Manager, Lydia. 👑

Here’s to Howard, a true pawfessional. 💕

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22/07/2025

**Specialist Advice Calls**

We have had a number of enquiries about our specialist advice call service today, so we thought a public post may be helpful for our veterinary colleagues.

Our specialist advice calls are arranged on a case-by-case basis. They charged according to the length of the call and are available immediately to your and your colleagues, just submit case details through our online referral form.

To ensure we can tailor the call to your needs and address the most pertinent questions, we request the submission of the patient’s history in advance. Including relevant clinical details, laboratory results, imaging and responses to a few key questions. This ensures the VVS specialist is familiar with the case prior to the call.

Our calls are hosted over Zoom and all of our calls contribute toward your CPD, with a certificate sent within a week of the advice call consultation. An audio recording of the consultation is shared with you afterwards for reference and for inclusion in the patient’s clinical history.

Our immediate access services such as advice calls and written reports can be booked directly through our website. https://www.vvs.vet/refer-a-case/

If convenient, we can also set up a WhatsApp group for your clinical team to help organise advice calls in a speedy and convenient way.

If you are looking for support with live-guided work-ups e.g. cardiac work-ups including echo and abdominal ultrasound with internal medicine support then this does require the installation of equipment to facilitate the consultations. We would be happy to arrange a call to discuss further if you might be interested in this.

Please note, we don't offer a subscription service for our specialist advice calls.

If you have any questions, or would like to request our price list please don’t hesitate to reach out by emailing the team at [email protected].

We hope we can work together to support you with your clinical cases.

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21/07/2025

The results have come back from the laboratory and confirmed the mass is malignant, as you suspected but now you aren’t sure what to do next. The owners don’t know if they want to try chemotherapy, consider surgery or go down the route of palliative care. It’s a big decision, and there are often no right or wrong answers. ❤️

We can support you, your client and your patient, in practice, by offering an advice call with our Oncologist specialist, we even offer a call in which the owners can attend too if you would prefer.

If you decide Chemotherapy is the best option, then we can help with a protocol tailored to the individual patient and can provide follow-up support too. Email us at [email protected] for more details on getting support with Oncology cases or visit www.vvs.vet for more information.

18/07/2025

Would you like us to cast our eyes over a challenging ophthalmology case? 👀

Our team of friendly, trusted specialists are here to help, and to support you with these tricky cases, at a time that suits you, working through the history and results together, and creating a plan going forward.

Get in touch today to find out how to book in for an advice call with one of our experienced Ophthalmology specialists. Our email address is [email protected] or have a look at www.vvs.vet for more information.

16/07/2025

Have you seen our handy and informative cardiology owner information leaflets?

View, share and download from our website: https://www.vvs.vet/vvs-owner-information-leaflets/

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14/07/2025

Mitral Valve Disease (MVD) is the most common heart condition in older small-breed dogs. 🐾

It is not uncommon to pick up heart murmurs in middle-aged and older dogs during routine health checks, despite often no other clinical signs. 🐩

Further investigations are recommended at this time to determine the cause, as it is essential to spot the difference between Stage B1 and B2 MVD as timely intervention can make all the difference. ⌚

According to the EPIC Study, starting pimobendan treatment at Stage B2 can delay congestive heart failure by on average 15 months and reduces the risk of cardiac-related death by a third. 🫀

Read our blog post on MVD here: https://www.vvs.vet/mitral-valve-disease/

Here at VVS we can help you to

· Stage accurately with virtual live-guided specialist cardiac echo.
· Assist with your patient management so you start treatment at the right time.
· Work with you to monitor your patient at recommended intervals.
· Offer follow up support and answer your cardiology-related questions.

Visit www.vvs.vet or email us at [email protected] for more information on how we can help you to support your patients in-house.

11/07/2025

A very warm welcome to Sarah, our new referral coordinator here at VVS.

✨Sarah graduated with a first class honours degree in Veterinary Nursing from Middlesex University in 2020, completing her studies at the College of Animal Welfare in Leeds. ✨

She has a strong passion for geriatric patient care, particularly in ensuring that animals receive the highest gold standard of care and attention all the way into their older years, no matter their age. She also strongly believes in combining medical expertise with advancements in technology, to benefit the veterinary industry and ultimately enhance patient welfare.

Sarah’s interests and skillsets make her the perfect new addition to the VVS team, and we hope you will join us in welcoming her aboard!

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09/07/2025

Did you know that VVS offer a Holter monitoring and analysis service?

Our price includes the courier fee and full analysis, including a complimentary call with one of our Cardiology Specialists to discuss the findings and formulate a plan for your patient. A written report will also sent to your practice.

Holters are perfect for –

🐾 Dogs who suffer from fainting or collapsing episodes.

🐾 Patients with irregular or abnormal heartbeats.

🐾 Breeds with a predisposition to heart disease, such as Boxers or Dobermanns.

🐾 To monitor response to prescribed heart medication.

If you feel a Holter analysis would be useful for one of your patients, please visit www.vvs.vet and fill in the following https://www.vvs.vet/vvs-holter-service/ or email [email protected] to find out more.

07/07/2025

Do you want to sharpen your ultrasound skills whilst working up your cases alongside an experienced and friendly veterinary specialist? 👩‍⚕️

Don't take our word for it, this lovely testimonial from Robert at one of our partner practices says it for us! 🏥

Get in touch with VVS today to find out how we can help you achieve your ultrasound imaging goals in your practice and more. ⚕️

Approach every case with confidence. www.vvs.vet or email us at [email protected] for more information

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04/07/2025

Are you needing expert guidance on a complex anaesthesia case? Whether it’s managing a critical patient, refining your protocol, or brushing up on the latest sedation techniques. We are here to help and support you and your patients, in-house.

👩 Speak directly with our veterinary anaesthesia specialist.
📞 One-to-one advice calls tailored to your needs.
📅 Book the call when it suits you.
💬 Get practical answers and help with individualised care for your patient.

From pre-op planning to post-op pain relief, we’re here to help you approach every case with confidence. Email us at [email protected] or visit www.vvs.vet for more information.

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Why Virtual Veterinary Specialists?

Vets are expected to maintain an enormous breadth of knowledge and skills across all areas. Coupled with the increased demand for advanced veterinary care and high client expectations, it is no wonder that many vets can feel under pressure. Time pressure limitations and reduced clinical confidence can result in cases which could be successfully managed in general practice being referred.

Virtual Veterinary Specialists (VVS) was created to address this issue and to make specialist veterinary healthcare more accessible to first opinion vets wanting to diagnose and manage more of their own cases in-house. We empower vets to further their clinical skills and knowledge and improve clinical confidence.

Using patented technology, VVS provides a unique, simple and efficient way for vets to access highly qualified and experienced specialists on-demand. VVS empowers first opinion vets who would like to be more involved in the work-up and management of their own cases in-house, under the real-time guidance of a VVS specialist. To find out more, visit our website www.vvs.vet and get in touch.

We look forward to working with you!