James Specialist Veterinary Cardiology

19/03/2026

Introducing the very lovely Nola to you all 🥰

Nola came to Mill Run Barn after a PDA (patent ductus arteriosus) was suspected from an echo performed at a 6 monthly recheck appointment. The vessel was challenging to visualise on the echo but the turbulent blood flow could be appreciated and a minimally invasive surgical closure was planned.

Supported by Rachel and experienced anaesthetist Cesca, surgeon Mike began the procedure with a contrast angiography. The results of the contrast study surprisingly showed no PDA but an aberrant broncho-oesophageal vessel causing the turbulent blood flow! 🤓 There was no way to diagnose this without the contrast angiography.

Mike went on to thoroughly check Nola's vasculature and no other aberrant vessels could be appreciated 🙌 There was no treatment needed so the procedure was concluded.

Nola had an uneventful recovery, lots of belly rubs and went home the next day ❤

Visit our website to find out more about our fixed price minimally invasive cardiac procedures!

www.jsvc.co.uk

13/03/2026

Lovely lady!!

04/03/2026

A very special health testing day at subsidised prices to help all our breeders to breed the healthiest dogs we can

04/03/2026

HEALTH TESTING day 26th March at JSVC Twemlow lane
Cranage Cheshire CW48EX
MRI scanning £970 inc GA, MRI and submission for interpretation

BVA eye tests £68

Blood tests £40 handling, packaging, blood tubes, postage, reporting the results

Labokiln pack A episodic falling, dry eye and curly coat £66

Pack B episodic falling, dry eye MCAD, MMVD, MTC £138

Doppler heart testing £150 (reduced rate for CKCS club members £75 TBC)

Patella testing £65

Please contact the clinic 01477534729

NB there are limited MRI places of 10 dogs so please book in ASAP

02/03/2026

MEDICATION FOCUS

Pimobendan, commonly known as Vetmedin or Cardisure, is one of the more regularly prescribed medications we utilise in .

It is formulated primarily as a meaty flavoured tablet, which is crushable, but also comes in liquid and even capsules 💊.

Pimobendan has multiple actions but it's main strengths are:

❤️ It helps the heart pump more strongly and increases contractility

🩸 It helps relax and widen blood vessels

💨 This makes it easier for blood to flow and reduces strain on the heart

Because of these effects, pimobendan can:

✅Improve energy levels

✅Reduce coughing caused by heart failure

✅Help dogs breathe more comfortably

✅Extend and improve quality of life

We prescribe pimobendan when patients enter a Stage B2 of their heart disease process as veterinary literature has proven that it slows the progression of disease from Stage B2 to Stage C (heart failure).

If you need more information on how pimobendan works you can contact us and we shall answer your questions 😁

01477 534729
info@jsvc.co.uk

27/02/2026

Friday smiles for everyone. Meet Betty one of Rachel’s CKCS puppies bred from her own health tested CKCS.

26/02/2026

DID YOU KNOW.....??

We are participating in a clinical trial for dogs who are currently dealing with heart failure (Stage C) as a result of mitral valve disease ❤

There is further eligibility criteria that needs to be met including:

👉 dogs 6 years or over
👉 a bodyweight of 2.5 - 20kg
👉 a diagnosis of mitral valve disease within 9 months prior to inclusion

If your dog is eligible you can access free investigations for your pet (including blood testing, blood pressure measurement, heart scans, ECG recording, x-rays and urine testing) for up to 12 months, whilst on the trial, and a whopping £500 towards ongoing care and medications.

A time schedule of visits to JSVC near Holmes Chapel will need to be adhered to by care givers which comprises the initial inclusion visit, 1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months, 9 months and 12 months.

Contact us to see if your dog can be included!

01477 534729
info@jsvc.co.uk

23/02/2026

Everyone remember Stan of the stunning hairdoo??? 🥰

Stan came to JSVC to have a PDA closure using a minimally invasive technique back in June 2025 🙌

A PDA is a patent ductus arteriosus which is a vessel in the heart that should've closed at birth. Mike and Andrew successfully closed the PDA and Stan was back for a recheck to make sure everything was still ok.

The PDA showed no residual flow but Stan does have some enlargement of his heart chambers and some reduced function. We will need to keep an eye on him as the months go by to make sure his medication regime is optimal ❤

Check out our website for information on our fixed price minimally invasive surgeries at www.jsvc.co.uk.

22/02/2026

22/02/2026

These are fabulous awards

22/02/2026

This is fantastic charity please support if you can x

We are excited to be at Crufts, 5-8 March 2026, at the NEC Birmingham! 🐶

Visit our stand to meet our team and learn more about our amazing assistance dogs.🐾

📍Stand number 5-96

20/02/2026

EXCITING OPPORTUNITY FOR A NEW TRAINING POSITION IN CARDIOLOGY!!

We are a very happy, independent, peripatetic and hospital-based Specialist-led Cardiology Referral Practice looking for a 5th colleague to join our team.

We are looking for candidates who are passionate about cardiology, are a great team player and have a thirst for knowledge. The ideal candidate will have been in small animal practice for at least 3 years with a strong interest in cardiology. We are flexible for the right candidate whether they are starting out in cardiology or already have a certificate and wish to progress to Specialist level.

We will train our new colleague in all aspects of cardiology practice, including interventional cardiology, leading them to gaining RCVS recognised Advanced Practitioner status in cardiology. We will provide excellent "hands-on" training in our new state-of-the-art, sustainable hospital near Holmes Chapel, as well as peripatetic work within the Northwest and North Wales. We are actively involved with clinical research and can provide "of-clinic" time for such pursuits.

Our facilities include:
✅ GE Vivid E95 ultrasound
✅ 2 x Vivid IQ machines
✅ Vivid Q machine
✅ Echopac storage and workstation
✅ Fully equipped theatre including Phillips Zenition fluoroscopy machine with cardiac package
✅ Canine and feline specific Holter monitors
✅ 3 x Seca ECG machines with WiFi connectivity
✅ New digital X-ray set up
✅ Fully separate canine and feline consulting rooms, waiting areas and kennel areas
✅ Cat friendly Gold status
✅Fully equipped onsite lab

JSVC offers a fully specialist trained and highly experienced nursing team for 7 days a week support for our self-covered out-of-hours service, in which you will need to participate once suitably trained.

As part of our team you can expect:
❤️ 6.6 weeks holiday
❤️ A generous salary package DOE
❤️ Healthshield healthcare scheme
❤️ Generous CPD allowance including various congress attendance opportunities
❤️ Workplace pension scheme
❤️ Flexible working hours
❤️ Cert AVP and Advanced Practitioner training included

JSVC's hospital is located near Holmes Chapel, just off the M6, Junction 18, and has close links to Manchester, Liverpool and North Wales as well as the Peak District, Lake District and Yorkshire.

Teamwork, flexible working and a great work-life balance are very important to JSVC and we have worked together to create an inclusive and accommodating team.

Come and join us!!

See our website www.jsvc.co.uk for more about us.

Email manager@jsvc.co.uk or call Rachel on 07971 795040 for an informal chat.