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Liam Smillie

Family overjoyed as Livingston vet saves the life of Golden Retriever puppy against all odds

A dog owner has spoken out about the emotional roller coaster she and her family endured when their precious pet lost his eyesight.

Sarah Millar, from Carlisle, took on golden retriever Gus when he was just a puppy knowing that his vision was impaired but - when he was nine months old - he suddenly became totally blind.

Ophthalmologists examined Gus and reported that his eyes were perfect so referred him to Veterinary Specialists Scotland (VSS), in Livingston, where Alexandra Ferreira, a clinical fellow in neurology and neurosurgery, took charge of the case.

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