Bladder stones can cause significant discomfort for pets, and in some cases they require surgical removal to fully resolve the problem and restore your pet’s quality of life.
Bladder stones, also called uroliths or urinary calculi, are mineral deposits that form in the bladder and can cause pain, difficulty urinating, blood in the urine, or dangerous blockages. The American Veterinary Medical Association notes that treatment depends on the stone’s composition, size, and the pet’s overall health — with surgery often necessary when stones are too large to pass or when dietary management alone is insufficient. At Montgomery Veterinary Hospital, our doctors evaluate each case individually to determine the most appropriate course of treatment for your pet.
Surgery is recommended when bladder stones are too large to dissolve through diet, when they are causing a urinary obstruction, or when the stone composition does not respond to medical management. Our doctors will review your pet’s diagnostics and recommend surgery only when it is the most appropriate intervention.
Untreated bladder stones can lead to chronic inflammation, recurrent urinary tract infections, and in serious cases, a complete urinary blockage. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment are essential to protecting your pet’s long-term urinary health.
Bladder stone removal requires general anesthesia and a pain management plan tailored to your pet’s individual needs. Our doctors develop an individualized protocol for every patient to ensure comfort before, during, and after the procedure.
Following surgery, our team provides detailed discharge instructions covering activity restrictions, dietary recommendations, and signs to monitor at home. Removed stones are typically sent for analysis to guide the most effective long-term prevention strategy for your pet.
The process begins with a thorough consultation and diagnostic workup. Our doctors will review your pet’s imaging, urinalysis, and health history to confirm the diagnosis and determine whether surgical removal is the appropriate next step. They will explain the procedure, discuss the anesthesia plan, and outline what recovery will look like so you feel fully informed before surgery day.
On the day of surgery, your pet will be admitted to our hospital and carefully monitored by our team throughout the procedure. Following surgery, we oversee anesthesia recovery and provide comprehensive post-operative instructions before discharge. Recheck visits are scheduled to confirm healing and review stone analysis results — giving us the information needed to help prevent recurrence.
Montgomery Veterinary Hospital provides bladder stone removal surgery and a range of related diagnostic and supportive services for pets throughout Orange County and the Hudson Valley. Our doctors perform these procedures on-site, allowing for coordinated pre- and post-operative care without the need for an outside referral in most cases. The following services are available at our Montgomery, NY practice.
In addition to bladder stone removal, we offer a range of supportive services that complement urinary surgical care and promote thorough recovery. These services reflect our commitment to treating the whole patient — not just the immediate surgical need — for pets throughout Orange County and the Hudson Valley communities we serve.
In some cases, certain stone types may be dissolved through a prescription diet. However, surgery is necessary when stones are causing an obstruction, are too large to dissolve, or when the pet’s condition requires more immediate intervention. our doctors will evaluate your pet’s specific situation and recommend the most appropriate treatment.
Yes. Montgomery Veterinary Hospital offers house call services throughout Orange County, NY. For pets recovering from bladder stone surgery who would benefit from an in-home recheck, we can discuss whether that option is appropriate for your pet’s recovery plan. Contact us to learn more.
We accept cash, check, and all major credit cards. We also offer Cherry and CareCredit financing to help make surgical care accessible. We offer discounts for seniors, military, commuters, and multi-pet households.
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