Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists

Southern Counties Veterinary Specialists We are a specialist referral centre based in Ringwood, Hampshire, providing referral services for veterinary
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We see pets by referral, from veterinary practices in the South. We have specialists in the fields of cardiology, dermatology, internal medicine, oncology, orthopaedics, neurology, diagnostic imaging, spinal surgery, soft tissue surgery & physiotherapy. The data controller is Independent Vetcare Limited, The Chocolate Factory, Bristol, Keynsham, BS31 2 AU (Information Commissioners office reference Z3212973)
We have a Data Protection Officer who can be contacted at [email protected]

BVA Eye Testing Clinics at SCVSWe are delighted to announce the launch of BVA Eye Testing clinics here at SCVS.Our first...
28/08/2026

BVA Eye Testing Clinics at SCVS

We are delighted to announce the launch of BVA Eye Testing clinics here at SCVS.

Our first clinic will take place on 6th October 2026. If you are interested in finding out more or would like to secure a place, please contact our team today.

Our clinics will be led by Helen Appleboam, who graduated from the Royal Veterinary College in 2001 and went on to complete the RCVS Certificate in Veterinary Ophthalmology in 2011. Helen holds RCVS Advanced Practitioner status in Veterinary Ophthalmology and joined the BVA Canine Eye Scheme Panel in 2023.

For these clinics, a referral from your first-opinion veterinary practice is not required.

We look forward to supporting breeders and their dogs through this valuable service and welcoming you to SCVS.

Our team is here throughout the Bank Holiday weekend should your pet need to be referred by their vet or out-of-hours pr...
28/08/2026

Our team is here throughout the Bank Holiday weekend should your pet need to be referred by their vet or out-of-hours provider.

Our referral team is available 24/7 to support veterinary practices and their patients.

We hope you have a wonderful Bank Holiday weekend!

Join us in celebrating an incredible achievement! 🎉A huge congratulations to Petra, one of our talented Specialist Diagn...
26/08/2026

Join us in celebrating an incredible achievement! 🎉

A huge congratulations to Petra, one of our talented Specialist Diagnostic Imagers, on being awarded the RCVS Fellowship for Meritorious Contributions to the Profession.

This prestigious honour recognises her exceptional impact on the veterinary profession through education, leadership, committee involvement, cross-organisational collaboration, and her unwavering commitment to championing human factors and mental health.

Petra's podcast has also become a valuable source of support and inspiration for veterinary professionals, helping to strengthen our community beyond clinical practice.

We couldn't be prouder of this remarkable and well-deserved recognition.

Congratulations, Petra!

25/08/2026

Years Pet Food Recall – Eye Health Advice

Years has issued a voluntary recall of all its fresh dog-food diets following reports of dogs developing keratoconjunctivitis sicca (KCS), commonly known as dry eye.

If your dog has been fed Years food, please stop feeding it immediately and contact your primary care veterinary practice promptly if you notice:
• Red or irritated eyes
• Squinting or signs of eye discomfort
• Rubbing or pawing at the eyes
• Increased discharge, particularly thick or sticky discharge
• Eyes appearing dry, dull, cloudy or less shiny than usual

Your vet can examine your dog and perform a Schirmer tear test to measure tear production. If dry eye is identified or there are any concerns about the health of your dog’s eyes, our Ophthalmology Service is here to help. We would be very happy to assess your dog and support you through their diagnosis and treatment. Early assessment and treatment are important to help protect the eyes and reduce the risk of further complications.

25/08/2026

A31 Is OPEN!

We are delighted to confirm that the A31 opened at the weekend, meaning it is now back to normal access to our hospital.

We would like to thank our clients and referring vets for their patience, support and understanding during this challenging time.

Many thanks,
The SCVS Team

Calling our local veterinary colleagues! We have a fantastic CPD event coming up that we think you’ll be really interest...
21/08/2026

Calling our local veterinary colleagues!

We have a fantastic CPD event coming up that we think you’ll be really interested in.

We anticipate this will be a very popular event, so don’t miss out! We’d love to see you there.

Secure your place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1993315618674?aff=oddtdtcreator

Our team is here to support your vet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If your vet feels that your pet would benefit from a...
18/08/2026

Our team is here to support your vet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

If your vet feels that your pet would benefit from advanced care, specialist support or additional expertise, you can be reassured that we’re here to support both them and your pet every step of the way.

Working closely with your veterinary team, we’re proud to provide the additional care and expertise your pet may need when they need it most.

We’re incredibly proud of our fantastic rehabilitation team here on-site. You can feel reassured that your pet is in the...
14/08/2026

We’re incredibly proud of our fantastic rehabilitation team here on-site.

You can feel reassured that your pet is in the best hands when they’re cared for by our experienced rehabilitation team.

Many of our clients are actually sad when their pet completes their rehabilitation programme — not only because they’ve enjoyed seeing their progress, but because both they and their pets have enjoyed the journey so much!

It’s wonderful to see the confidence, strength and happiness that can develop throughout the rehabilitation process. We feel privileged to be part of every pet’s journey.

We love sharing some of our recent Google reviews with you! ⭐️We’re incredibly proud of the reputation we’ve built for p...
10/08/2026

We love sharing some of our recent Google reviews with you! ⭐️

We’re incredibly proud of the reputation we’ve built for providing exceptional care for your pets. 🐾❤️

Maintaining a 4.9-star rating on Google is something we’re hugely proud of — and puts us amongst the highest-rated practices in the country!

Thank you to all our wonderful clients for taking the time to leave us a review and, most importantly, for trusting us with the care of your beloved pets.

10/08/2026

Travel update / A31

Following the fire on the A31 yesterday, access to and from our hospital will be more difficult than usual.

The situation is changing hourly as the area continues to improve. Please allow extra time for your journey and check your route before travelling.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Address

Forest Corner Farm
Ringwood
BH243JW

Telephone

+441425485615

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