• Splendid Seren enjoying new lease of life courtesy of Kentdale
  • Splendid Seren enjoying new lease of life courtesy of Kentdale
  • Splendid Seren enjoying new lease of life courtesy of Kentdale

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Splendid Seren enjoying new lease of life courtesy of Kentdale

A female border collie referred to us here at Kentdale has been given a new lease of life thanks to our talented neurology team.

At almost 10 years old, Seren presented at Kentdale due to lumbosacral and severe hip osteoarthritis. This was following a traumatic luxation as a young one-year-old puppy.

As is the way with border collies, Seren lived her life at 100mph and enjoyed running around and playing with her owners.

However, her owner first picked up on the fact there was an issue with her when he noticed she was beginning to trip up the stairs at home.

Seren’s condition deteriorated further and she became miserable, depressed and quite clearly sore, so her owner, who is a vet at Oakhill Windermere, was concerned Seren was approaching end of life if we couldn’t improve her comfort levels and demeanour.

On arrival with us here at Kentdale, we carried out a CT scan of her spine and hips. The scan showed there was moderate compression impinging on nerve roots near the base of her spine Seren’s spine.

We opted to administer an epidural injection of steroid into the base of Seren’s spine to reduce the inflammation, with the caveat being if there was no improvement over the coming weeks then surgery would likely be needed.

However, happily the steroid injected had the desired effect and Seren is now back at home with her grateful family and enjoying a new lease of life without the pain of constant discomfort.

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  • There’s never a problem speaking to our lovely receptionists at Kentdale Vets to book an appointment; my little girl would not be with us now without Jan, her surgeon and the brilliant nurses that looked after her.

    Stephen – Nancy’s owner

  • If I could give a higher score, I would! This being our second referral, it has felt like coming home, and to feel that when we arrive with major trauma to our dog is wonderful. Immediately we were in smiley, reassuring, safe arms again, and our crisis rapidly disappeared. The immediate welcome from the reception staff to Kirstie, amazing Joe and even the reassuring and friendly night nursing staff all let us know our precious boy was in very safe hands. Can't speak highly enough - and this is a consistent standard.

    Ani – Floyd’s owner

  • Great communication between myself and the staff was kept updated, and they took great care of my dog! The operation went perfectly, and the scar has healed nicely, considering its place! Gave simple and easy-to-follow after-care steps!

    Kim – Bella’s owner

  • Felt my dog was safe with you, and treatment would be done with his best interests coming first. Follow-up physio with Genie and now Emma were excellent. Friendly staff.

  • I cannot say how amazing Kentdale is; your exceptional service and kindness. Thank you.

    Victoria – Lulu’s owner

  • All the staff go out of their way to be helpful. Nothing is too much trouble, and no question is considered stupid or a waste of time. They treat my dog, Riley, with respect and kindness and me the same. I can’t thank them enough for their help on what has been a rough road for Riley and us.

    Pat – Riley’s owner

  • Excellent doggy care. Nothing too much trouble, and the team all look happy in their jobs. Simon was great with us, and Henry kept us informed and gave clear explanations. Definitely would recommend it.

    Alison – Henry’s owner

  • Full confidence in the skills, equipment and expertise of the whole team. Assured by the staffing levels to respond to unplanned events during procedures and recovery. Across the team, the ability to explain and advise.

    Graham – Winston’s owner

  • The team have been so helpful in looking after Cuin and ourselves after what turned out to be a traumatic experience. We can't thank them enough and would definitely recommend their services.

    Cuin’s Owners

  • Expertise, kindness, empathy, time spent explaining incredibly difficult situations. Efficiency.

    Pet Owner

  • I really felt like me and my dog Mollie were being looked after as soon as we walked through the door. Friendly faces on reception and Jan the consultant was very thorough, friendly and I felt Mollie was in very good hands.

    C. Waterhouse, Pet Owner

  • Very nice waiting area where thought has been given to the layout for having multiple pets in at the same time. Friendly and welcoming staff. Very thorough and professional vets.

    Pet Owner

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