Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital

Happy March! In honor of St. Patrick's Day, our March Breed of the Month is...the Irish Water Spaniel ! This breed, which is the tallest of the spaniels, is known for being intelligent and active...and a little bit boisterous! Though smart, this breed has a stubborn side, and is a great companion for an experienced dog owner. Take a look below for some fun facts on the Irish Water Spaniel, and let us know which breed you'd like featured for April!

When does your pet need a consult with a board certified surgeon? What is "minimally invasive" surgery? When should you get a second opinion for your pet? Dr. Vernaleken & Dr. Renzullo interview Chris Thomson, DVM, DACVS-SA about all things veterinary surgery, and a new and exciting field of vet med: clinical research trials that are helping both pets and humans with cancer! #ThePAWEDcast https://youtu.be/hpRWfAwVJ4E

Springtime means kitten season! While the average litter is about 4 kittens, one extraordinary mama cat holds the Guinness World Record for the largest domestic litter after giving birth to 19 kittens! Can you guess what breed she was? We'll post the answer in the comments tomorrow morning!

We "celebrate" Pet Poison Prevention Week because every year, we see pets come through our doors for accidentally consuming toxins, often from their own homes. Educate yourself and others, take precautions, and support pet-safe! Has your pet ever gotten into something they shouldn't? Do you have any advice for fellow pet owners? https://www.ethosvet.com//a-guide-to-pet-poison-prevention/

X-RAY FRIDAY ANSWER: this dog ingested Gorilla Glue! Gorilla Glue is a diisocyanate glue and when ingested it causes two things to happen: irritation to the gastrointestinal tract, and once it mixes with stomach fluid/acid it rapidly expands into a very large, firm foreign body obstruction in the stomach. Symptoms include drooling, vomiting, loss of appetite, and a distended stomach. Luckily, this Labrador's owner knew she had ingested the glue and brought her straight to the... ER for surgical removal. The ER veterinarian made a large incision in her stomach, removed the huge mass of Gorilla Glue, and sutured the stomach back together. This pup recovered well and she was able to go home the next day! #PetPoisonPreventionWeek See more

X-RAY FRIDAY: Pet Poison Prevention Week edition! Can you guess what toxic substance this Labrador ingested? Answer posted tomorrow morning!

CURBSIDE UPDATE: check-in by text! When you arrive here with your pet, please text 518-519-3597 with: * your pet’s first & last name * your car’s model & color... CRITICAL EMERGENCIES: If your pet is having a life-threatening, critical emergency, please call us at the same number. This will help alleviate our phone lines and your hold time. We appreciate your continued patience during this unprecedented time.

#SolveItSunday Can you guess what ancient breed was believed to be a guide to the underworld for their owners? Answer posted in the comments tomorrow morning!

New year, new #petresolutions. Here are some New Year’s resolutions that you can make for your pet to have a happy, healthy 2021.

Looking back on 2020, we're grateful for our clients who were patient & understanding with us, our referring vets who worked so hard alongside us, and our incredible essential staff who showed up & stepped up for the animals who needed us. Wishing everyone a happy, healthy New Year and here's to brighter days ahead in 2021!

It's #TalkTuesday! What new things have you learned about your pet this year after spending more time with them at home?

This sweet angel is Penny! Penny presented to our team for fractured metacarpals on her right front limb. Getting the care and love she needed from us, she also received a festive bandage change! Speedy recovery, Penny.

Our Breed of the Month for December is: the Irish Wolfhound! These "gentle giants" are one of the world's oldest dog breeds! Read more about Irish Wolfhounds here: