- Dorchester (Poundbury) 01305 267083
- Weymouth 01305 813303
- Dorchester 01305 267083
- Weymouth 01305 813303
Specialist Vet Care at Castle Vets
Advanced veterinary support in Dorchester and Weymouth
Advanced care, without always needing to travel
Long journeys to referral centres aren’t always easy, especially for elderly, nervous or unwell pets. Our partnership with Virtual Veterinary Specialists means expert advice comes to your local practice.
Your pet can benefit from advanced veterinary knowledge while staying under the care of the Castle Vets team who already know them.
Local care
Specialist veterinary advice in Dorchester and Weymouth, without the need to travel far.
Specialist access
Expert input from experienced veterinary specialists via Virtual Veterinary Specialists.
Complex case support
Ideal for pets with ongoing, unusual or more complicated health concerns.
What is specialist vet care?
Specialist vet care gives your pet access to advanced veterinary knowledge when a condition is complex, unusual or difficult to diagnose – covering diagnosis, treatment planning and ongoing case management.
We work with Virtual Veterinary Specialists (VVS) – a team of highly qualified vets who support practices remotely. Their specialists have completed extensive additional training, many having worked in specialist hospitals and referral centres.
What makes a specialist different?
- Advanced training in a specific area of veterinary medicine
- Experience with complex or unusual cases
- Guidance on diagnosis, treatment and ongoing care
- Support for conditions needing further investigation
- Collaborative care between the specialist and your Castle Vets team
What specialist services are available?
Through Virtual Veterinary Specialists, we can access support across a wide range of disciplines. Our vets will guide you through the right options for your pet.
Cardiology
Heart murmurs, irregular rhythms, suspected heart disease and monitoring. Castle Vets also offers a dedicated specialist-supported cardiology service.
Dermatology
Complex skin, ear or allergy concerns that are ongoing, recurring or not responding as expected.
Diagnostic Imaging
Specialist review of imaging findings, with live guided ultrasound available for both abdominal and heart cases to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
Internal Medicine
Complex medical conditions, abnormal blood results or symptoms affecting internal organs.
Neurology
Seizures, weakness, balance problems, spinal concerns or other neurological signs.
Oncology
Suspected or confirmed cancer; diagnosis, treatment options and ongoing management.
Ophthalmology
Complex eye conditions needing further investigation or advanced treatment planning.
Anaesthesia & Dentistry
Higher anaesthetic risk cases and advanced dental or oral health treatment planning.
How to Book
If your pet has an ongoing concern, unusual symptoms or a condition needing more advanced support, book an appointment and our vets will advise whether specialist input may be appropriate.