Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, QVSH

25/09/2025

Introducing Maddie, who underwent investigations and surgery with our Soft Tissue Surgery team due to the presence of a mass on her chest wall (ribcage).

A CT scan was performed by our Imaging team and confirmed the mass was arising from Maddie’s left 6th rib. Additionally a splenic mass was identified.

Maddie subsequently underwent surgery to remove her spleen and thankfully histopathology confirmed the splenic mass to be benign. Once she had recovered fully from this surgery, Maddie underwent chest wall resection to address her rib mass. A portion of her chest wall, involving ribs 4-8, was removed and a local muscle flap was used to reconstruct the resulting defect. Maddie recovered smoothly from surgery and was a delightful patient to look after throughout her time in the hospital – histopathology confirmed that her rib mass was a chondrosarcoma which had been completely removed.

Great to see her enjoying being back at home!

For more information about the services we provide, or for veterinary practices to access our referral form, please visit our website: www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk

22/09/2025

🐾 Exciting news from the QVSH in Cambridge!

Following a successful pilot with University staff, the QVSH General Practice is now open to all pet owners across Cambridgeshire and neighbouring counties.
Based within the University of Cambridge Veterinary Teaching Hospital, our General Practice is a not-for-profit service. That means every penny of profit is reinvested to:
✔️ Enhance our facilities
✔️ Advance veterinary medicine
✔️ Support the training of the Cambridge vets of tomorrow

With free on-site parking and easy access from the M11, we provide everything your pet needs under one roof – from routine check-ups to advanced specialist care with seamless referral to our world-renowned hospital when required.

Registering your pet is quick and simple – and by joining us, you’ll be part of a community that helps shape the future of veterinary medicine.

👉 Learn more and register today: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/general-practice

19/09/2025

🐾❤️ Big news about Freddy! ❤️🐾

Today brave boy Freddy had his blood test at The Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital and we’re over the moon to share that he has passed all the checks to officially become a dog blood donor!

This means Freddy is now part of an amazing group of dogs who help save the lives of other pets in need. What a hero! 🌟

The Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital is currently looking to boost their blood donor bank – so if you have a dog or cat who meets the criteria below, they too could become a life saver:

🐕 Dogs need to be:
✔️ Fit & healthy
✔️ Aged 1–8 years
✔️ At least 25kg
✔️ Good temperament
✔️ Regularly treated for fleas & worms
✔️ Never travelled outside the UK
✔️ Not on any medication
✔️ Never had a blood transfusion

🐈 Cats need to be:
✔️ Fit & healthy
✔️ Aged 1–8 years
✔️ At least 4kg
✔️ Good temperament
✔️ Regularly treated for fleas & worms
✔️ Not on any medication
✔️ Never had a blood transfusion

In return, donors receive free blood testing, health checks (and heart scans for cats).

👉 If you’d like to find out more or register your pet, email: blood.donor@vet.cam.ac.uk

Let’s give a big round of paws 🐾 for Freddy and help spread the word so more pets can become lifesavers too! 💖

19/09/2025

We are very excited to announce that our general practice is now open to the public!!

After a successful pilot caring for University staff & student pets, The Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital – General Practice is now welcoming all local pet owners. Taking registrations NOW!

Why choose us

Not-for-profit: every penny supports patient care, facilities, and training the vets of tomorrow.

Everything under one roof: routine check-ups, vaccinations, dentistry, diagnostics, surgery & urgent support with on-site 24/7 cover.

Seamless specialist access to our world-renowned referral teams.

Easy access: just off the M11, with free on-site parking.

Compassionate, expert, accessible care for every stage of your pet’s life.

👉 Register your pet today: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/small-animal-general-practice-registration-form

Switching from another vet is simple: complete the form and let your current practice know you’re transferring.

Follow our dedicated general practice page for regular updates. https://www.facebook.com/QVSHgeneralpractice

Not-for-profit community vets at the University of Cambridge. Off the M11 with free parking. Routine to urgent care, diagnostics & dentistry, plus seamless access to world-class specialists under one roof. Compassionate care. All pets welcome.

15/09/2025

🎉 We are delighted to offer two exciting opportunities for veterinary graduates at the Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital in Cambridge!

➡️1x JCTS in Small Animal Medicine (one year, starting December 2025)
Hands-on clinical training with exposure to oncology, neurology, imaging and pathology. You’ll work closely with specialists, contribute to service, and support teaching - an ideal step towards residency or advanced practice.
📅 Applications close at Midnight, 2 October 2025
👉 Apply here: https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/junior-clinical-training-scholar-in-small-animal-medicine-pp47258

➡️1 x JCTS in Small Animal Studies (one year, starting December 2025)
A structured programme combining rotations in core disciplines with theoretical teaching. Guided by specialists, you’ll develop strong skills in small animal medicine and prepare for the next stage of your career.
📅 Applications close at Midnight, 17 September 2025
👉 Apply here: https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/junior-clinical-training-scholar-in-small-animal-studies-pp47176

Both programmes come with additional benefits, including onsite accommodation, subsidised travel, and access to University of Cambridge clubs and societies.

10/09/2025

We’re delighted to invite veterinary professionals to the official launch of the Neuromuscular Disease Clinic at the QVSH in Cambridge - featuring a special evening CPD event - just one month away!

Title of CPD evening talk: ‘Muscle fatigue, collapse, tremors in dogs and cats’

📅 Thursday 9 October 2025 - book your place now!
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital, Cambridge (easy access from the M11, free parking)
💷 £50 fee (supports Camvet, our hospital charity funding ground-breaking veterinary research) - 50% discount on fee for students
🎯 Includes CPD points & a certificate for every attendee
🍕 Pizza & soft drinks provided by our sponsor Chase De Vere

Talk highlights 👇🏼
Muscle Fatigue & Collapse – From hypokalaemia to myasthenia gravis: causes of weakness & exercise intolerance (An Vanhaesebrouck – European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology)
Tremors, Shakes, Cramps & Twitches – Understanding involuntary movements & their underlying conditions (Sam Khan – Senior Clinical Training Scholar)

To book your place – fill out this form : https://bit.ly/3USUot9
Join us for an evening of expert teaching, discussion, and the official launch of our dedicated Neuromuscular Disease Clinic at the QVSH!

09/09/2025

📣 We are delighted to be offering a new Junior Clinical Training Scholarship in Small Animal Studies.

Starting from December 2025, you will receive training and tuition as you rotate through anaesthesia, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, orthopaedics, dermatology, internal medicine, neurology, oncology, clinical pathology and soft tissue surgery and be supervised by recognised specialists in each field.

Being a Junior Scholar at the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, QVSH in Cambridge offers many additional benefits outside of the role, including onsite Cambridge accommodation, subsidised travel and the opportunity to join clubs and societies across the University.

📅 Closing date is 17th September 2025
👉🏽https://www.cam.ac.uk/jobs/junior-clinical-training-scholar-in-small-animal-studies-pp47176
​🐾 More about the JCTS programme at Cambridge:
https://www.vet.cam.ac.uk/study/cts/jcts1

09/09/2025

🐾 Could your pet be a life saver?
The Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital is looking to boost its blood donor bank. By registering your cat or dog, you could help save another animal’s life.
Pets must be:
✔️ Relaxed, friendly and healthy
✔️ Aged between 1–8 years
✔️ Never had a blood transfusion
✔️ Not on any medications
✔️ Up-to-date with vaccines and parasite treatments
✔️ Born and raised in the UK
✔️ Preferably neutered and (for cats) indoor – though not essential

Weight requirements:
🐱 Cats: ideally 5kg (minimum 4kg)
🐶 Dogs: minimum 25kg

Your pet will receive free blood testing, health check, and heart scan for cats included.
Please email: blood.donor@vet.cam.ac.uk for more information.
Thank you for helping us care for pets in need. ❤️

15/08/2025

We’re delighted to invite veterinary professionals to the official launch of the Neuromuscular Disease Clinic at the QVSH in Cambridge - featuring a special evening CPD event.

Title of CPD evening talk: ‘Muscle fatigue, collapse, tremors in dogs and cats’
📅 Thursday 9 October 2025
🕡 6:30 PM
📍 Queen’s Veterinary School Hospital, Cambridge (easy access from the M11, free parking)
💷 £50 fee (supports Camvet, our hospital charity funding ground-breaking veterinary research) - 50% discount on fee for students
🎯 Includes CPD points & a certificate for every attendee
🍕 Pizza & soft drinks provided by our sponsor Chase De Vere

Talk highlights 👇🏼
Muscle Fatigue & Collapse – From hypokalaemia to myasthenia gravis: causes of weakness & exercise intolerance (An Vanhaesebrouck – European Specialist in Veterinary Neurology)
Tremors, Shakes, Cramps & Twitches – Understanding involuntary movements & their underlying conditions (Sam Khan – Senior Clinical Training Scholar)

To book your place – fill out this form : https://bit.ly/3USUot9

Join us for an evening of expert teaching, discussion, and the official launch of our dedicated Neuromuscular Disease Clinic at the QVSH!

07/08/2025

🐾 Lexi’s Journey: A story of teamwork and early detection.

When Lexi’s vets noticed something unusual during her health check, it set off a chain of collaborative care - from her local practice to our Oncology Team here at the Queen's Veterinary School Hospital, QVSH. Following a major surgery to remove her spleen, and a diagnosis of splenic haemangiosarcoma, Lexi completed 15 weeks of preventative chemotherapy.

It’s a story that showcases the power of early detection, the importance of teamwork, and a special dog. 🐶

📖 Read Lexi’s full story on our website: https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/lexis-journey-story-teamwork-and-early-detection

30/07/2025

Phoebe and Frankie: A Remarkable Recovery 🦙

Earlier this year, you may have heard the heart breaking story on BBC Cambridgeshire about a tragic and senseless shooting in which four alpacas were killed in their field in Cambridgeshire. Remarkably, two survived - Phoebe and her daughter Frankie.

What you may not know is that our incredible vet, Elly Po, was one of the first on the scene, and the University of Cambridge Vet School became a safe haven for Phoebe and Frankie in the weeks that followed.

Phoebe was seriously injured and Frankie traumatised. But thanks to a truly collaborative, hospital-wide effort - involving our Soft Tissue Surgery, Imaging, and Farm Animal teams - and Elly’s exceptional dedication, both alpacas have now returned home and are recovering well.

Their story is one of resilience, compassion, and expert veterinary care in the most unimaginable circumstances.

We’d like to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone involved in their treatment and you can read the full article on our website 👇
https://www.hospital.vet.cam.ac.uk/news/healing-after-tragedy-phoebe-and-frankies-story