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Specialist-led veterinary orthopaedics & neurosurgery in the North West🐾
Exceptional care | Fixed prices | Supporting our patients, owners and veterinary community.💙

Meet Will Petchell. 🐾 🌟 💙 ECVS residency-trained, published in the peer-reviewed literature, and one of the finest surge...
11/06/2026

Meet Will Petchell. 🐾 🌟 💙

ECVS residency-trained, published in the peer-reviewed literature, and one of the finest surgeons we’ve had the pleasure of working with — Will joins Dogwood Referrals as our newest orthopaedic and neurosurgery surgeon.

Will enjoys all aspects of orthopaedics and neurosurgery, with a particular interest in trauma, fracture repair, and joint surgery.

For Tom, this one is personal. He supervised Will through his residency whilst at the University of Liverpool, and welcoming him now as a colleague is a full-circle moment we’re incredibly proud of.

Will is now accepting orthopaedic and neurosurgery referrals. Get in touch to refer a case. 💙

👀 Something exciting is coming to Dogwood Referrals…We've been a little quiet lately — but for very good reason.Our team...
09/06/2026

👀 Something exciting is coming to Dogwood Referrals…

We've been a little quiet lately — but for very good reason.

Our team is growing, and we can't wait to introduce you to someone who's going to make a real difference for the animals and practices we work with every day.

Stay tuned. The big news drops this week. 🐾

💧🐾 Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy at Dogwood Referrals 🐾💧Recovery doesn’t stop after surgery. That’s why we’re proud to of...
02/06/2026

💧🐾 Physiotherapy & Hydrotherapy at Dogwood Referrals 🐾💧

Recovery doesn’t stop after surgery. That’s why we’re proud to offer onsite physiotherapy and hydrotherapy as part of our comprehensive rehabilitation service. 🐕🐈✨

Our ACPAT Category A accredited team, Emma, Kerry and Alex, work closely with our specialist surgeons to provide a truly holistic approach to patient care, helping patients recover, regain confidence and get back to doing what they love. 💙

Using our fully equipped physiotherapy suite and extra-large underwater treadmill, we can help:

🐾 Improve mobility and function
💪 Build strength and fitness
🧠 Support neurological rehabilitation
🩹 Aid post-operative recovery
⚖️ Assist with weight management
❤️ Improve quality of life

Every rehabilitation programme is tailored to the individual patient, ensuring the very best care at every stage of their recovery journey and reflecting our commitment to clinical excellence, exceptional care and outstanding service. 🌟

🐶🐱 Whether as part of a specialist-led treatment plan or as a standalone rehabilitation referral, we’re here to support both our referring practices and their patients every step of the way.

📞 If you have a patient who could benefit from physiotherapy or hydrotherapy, we’d love to help.

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15/05/2026

Sometimes the toughest cases bring the biggest rewards.

Fergus came to Dogwood Referrals after two previous surgeries had unfortunately failed, leaving him lame for over six months.

Following advanced imaging, complex revision surgery and an extensive rehabilitation programme including hydrotherapy, Fergus is now back using his leg almost perfectly 🐾

A huge well done to Fergus and his dedicated owners for all their hard work throughout recovery.

When Revision Surgery Becomes a Real Challenge 🛠️🐾🛠️ Some cases test every ounce of surgical planning, patience and pers...
13/05/2026

When Revision Surgery Becomes a Real Challenge 🛠️🐾

🛠️ Some cases test every ounce of surgical planning, patience and perseverance. Fergus was one of those cases 🐾

Fergus came to us at Dogwood Referrals after two previous surgeries elsewhere had unfortunately failed, leaving him with a severe limp for over six months.

Advanced CT imaging confirmed just how difficult this case would be 📊

❌ The previous repair had failed
❌ The bone had shifted
❌ Healing hadn’t occurred
❌ The knee was unstable
❌ The remaining fragment of bone was extremely small

This would be Fergus’ THIRD surgery… and a major specialist orthopaedic challenge.

After detailed discussions with Fergus’ family about the unpredictable nature of revision surgery, we all agreed to give Fergus the best chance possible 💪

His surgery involved:

🔹 Removing previous plates and screws
🔹 Preparing the bone to encourage healing 🦴
🔹 Performing a corrective bone cut
🔹 Stabilising the repair with pins, wires, two plates and multiple screws 🔩

⏱️ The procedure took over three hours.

But surgery was only part of the story…

After six months of not properly using the leg, Fergus then faced the long road of rehabilitation 🐕

With careful rest, physiotherapy and regular sessions in our hydrotherapy tank 🌊, he slowly began rebuilding strength and confidence.

Recently, we were delighted to see Fergus for what we hope will be his final recheck ✨

✅ His X-rays show excellent healing
✅ His muscle mass is improving
✅ And best of all… he’s now using the leg almost perfectly 🐾

Cases like Fergus remind us why specialist referral surgery matters ❤️

Complex. Challenging. Sometimes unpredictable. But incredibly rewarding when everything comes together.

Well done Fergus 🌟

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Outstanding care. Every patient. Every time.At Dogwood Referrals, this isn’t just something we say, it’s what ...
21/04/2026

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Outstanding care. Every patient. Every time.

At Dogwood Referrals, this isn’t just something we say, it’s what we strive to deliver, every single day.

Behind every referral is a team effort. A primary care vet recognising when a patient needs specialist support. An owner placing their trust in that decision. And our team working to deliver expert care, clear communication, and compassion at every step.

Don’t just take our word for it:

💬 “Tom and his team worked so hard in a lengthy and complicated surgery. We are so grateful.”— Russell Siddall

💬 “The care she got was amazing, everything was fully explained, all concerns addressed and the surgery and recovery have gone incredibly well.”— Diana Johnson

💬 “Tom and his Team are amazing, exceptionally professional and a practice I would highly recommend.”— Anne Burns

💬 “Our experience has been nothing but positive with Dogwood.”— Molly Dolsey

To the vets who trust us with their patients, and the owners who trust us with their pets — thank you 💙

If we can support you or your patients, we’re always here, just go onto our website: dogwoodreferrals.co.uk for more information.

02/04/2026

Dogwood Referrals were proud to be part of Rita’s journey 💙

This lovely little Dachshund was treated for a slipped disc (IVDD), and as you’ll see in the video… she’s doing incredibly well 🌟

We’re sharing this to help raise awareness and remind owners how important early, specialist care can be for dogs like Rita.

If you know a Dachshund owner, please do share this — it could make all the difference 🐾


02/04/2026

🐾 Meet Rita, the determined Dachshund who’s back on her paws again.

When Rita wasn't her usual self and was struggling to move, her owner, Mat, took her to Medivet Chorley, who quickly referred her to the specialist team at Medivet Dogwood Referrals.

Thanks to the specialist care at Dogwood, Rita is back to her best.

Vet featured: Thomas Cox BVSc CertAVP(GSAS) PgCertVBM DipECVS FHEA MRCVS

European ECVS and RCVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery

Y-oh-Y… these are the fractures that test everything 🤯🐾Last week we had the pleasure of seeing Alfie back at Dogwood Ref...
31/03/2026

Y-oh-Y… these are the fractures that test everything 🤯🐾

Last week we had the pleasure of seeing Alfie back at Dogwood Referrals, eight weeks after being referred by his own vet’s with a severe and complex elbow injury… a “Y-fracture”, named for the way the bone splits into multiple segments.

Among orthopaedic surgeons, these are widely regarded as one of the most technically demanding fractures to repair.

Not because of one challenge… but because of all of them at once:

🔹 The fracture extends into the joint → alignment must be absolutely perfect
🔹 The bone is split into multiple fragments → each must be reconstructed precisely
🔹 Three bones of the elbow must be realigned together in harmony
🔹 Critical nerves and arteries lie directly within the surgical field
🔹 Stability is hard-earned → requiring multiple implants working together under load

It’s a procedure where millimetres matter, decisions stack quickly, and there is very little margin for error.

This is exactly where specialist orthopaedic expertise comes into its own.

Alfie’s surgery was challenging from start to finish, but his post-operative X-rays confirmed that everything was reconstructed and stabilised as planned 🙌

Fast forward eight weeks, and thanks to an incredible effort from his owners keeping him calm during recovery, Alfie is now walking brilliantly and well on his way to running free again this spring 🌿🐕💨

A fantastic outcome from a truly demanding injury.

Huge thanks to Torkington Park Vets for the referral 🤝

And finally… Alfie’s owners very kindly brought gifts for our surgeon Tom 🍷🎣
(A bottle of red wine and a fishing handbook… clearly they were paying attention 😂)

17/03/2026

Archie, a spaniel, arrived non-weight bearing on his right forelimb.
X-rays confirmed an elbow fracture through a Humeral Intracondylar Fissure (HIF) — a condition we see commonly in spaniels.
Using a plate, multiple screws, and a transcondylar screw, we stabilised the fracture from the inside out.
Thanks to careful post-op care and his family’s dedication, Archie has made a full recovery and is back to doing what spaniels do best — running, exploring, and enjoying life!

Dogwood Referrals – working alongside referring vets to change outcomes.

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9 Lawson Grove, Sale
Manchester
M336JN

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

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