Sole practitioner James H. Smith, Jr., D.V.M., envisioned a full-service animal facility providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for his patients. We take our responsibility seriously as your continuously engaged partner in the health and wellness of your pet. The hospital has maintained continuous accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association since 1998.
Only approximately 14% of small animal facilities in North America can claim the distinction of accreditation, so we are very proud of our accomplishment. Our exceptionally-qualified staff is continuously committed to achieving the highest standards of excellence. We offer complete medical, laboratory, diagnostic imaging, dental, and surgical services to provide the best possible care for our highly-valued patients for pediatric through geriatric life stages.
We promote responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. The Galway Veterinary Hospital proudly serves Galway and the surrounding communities of Amsterdam, Ballston Spa, Johnstown, and Gloversville, in addition to many other communities in Saratoga, Montgomery, and Fulton counties.
Only approximately 14% of small animal facilities in North America can claim the distinction of accreditation, so we are very proud of our accomplishment. Our exceptionally-qualified staff is continuously committed to achieving the highest standards of excellence. We offer complete medical, laboratory, diagnostic imaging, dental, and surgical services to provide the best possible care for our highly-valued patients for pediatric through geriatric life stages.
We promote responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. The Galway Veterinary Hospital proudly serves Galway and the surrounding communities of Amsterdam, Ballston Spa, Johnstown, and Gloversville, in addition to many other communities in Saratoga, Montgomery, and Fulton counties.
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Dr. James H. Smith was born and raised in the rural town of Eden, New York, 20 miles south of Buffalo.
His teenage years were spent working on local dairy farms, where he developed a strong interest in working with animals, and especially in veterinary medicine.
He received his undergraduate Animal Science degree from Cornell University.
He continued his education, earning his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell in 1990.
He was employed at the Colonial Veterinary Hospital as a kennel attendant, and upon graduation he accepted an associate position at the surgical referral practice.
His teenage years were spent working on local dairy farms, where he developed a strong interest in working with animals, and especially in veterinary medicine.
He received his undergraduate Animal Science degree from Cornell University.
He continued his education, earning his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell in 1990.
He was employed at the Colonial Veterinary Hospital as a kennel attendant, and upon graduation he accepted an associate position at the surgical referral practice.
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We pride ourselves on being a full service, American Animal Hospital Association-accredited facility capable of handling almost any medical or surgical problem.
Our hospital staff consists of well-trained and highly qualified personnel including New York State Licensed Veterinary Technicians.
These health care professionals constantly strive to provide the best care possible for our patients.
Our hospital staff consists of well-trained and highly qualified personnel including New York State Licensed Veterinary Technicians.
These health care professionals constantly strive to provide the best care possible for our patients.
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All pets are required to be up-to-date on vaccines and provide proof of a current negative fecal sample examination.
For our canine boarders, current Distemper-Parvo (DHLPP), Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines are necessary.
Our feline friends must have current Distemper (FVRCP) and Rabies vaccines.
Pets are housed in climate-controlled accommodations selected by their owners.
If for some reason the chosen accommodation is not compatible and your pet becomes anxious, distressed, aggressive, or destructive, they will be moved to a more suitable room, run, or cage.
For our canine boarders, current Distemper-Parvo (DHLPP), Bordetella, and Rabies vaccines are necessary.
Our feline friends must have current Distemper (FVRCP) and Rabies vaccines.
Pets are housed in climate-controlled accommodations selected by their owners.
If for some reason the chosen accommodation is not compatible and your pet becomes anxious, distressed, aggressive, or destructive, they will be moved to a more suitable room, run, or cage.
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We are excited to offer boarding for our feline friends.
Our new cat room, complete with kitty condos, offers a quiet and relaxing getaway for your pet.
The feline boarding is located away from our canine boarders to help decrease the noise and stress some cats feel when around dogs.
Our kitty condos offer a unique boarding experience to your pet.
Each condo is complete with a platform to allow your cat to "get up high" and feel more comfortable.
If you want to offer a little more room, let us know!
Our new cat room, complete with kitty condos, offers a quiet and relaxing getaway for your pet.
The feline boarding is located away from our canine boarders to help decrease the noise and stress some cats feel when around dogs.
Our kitty condos offer a unique boarding experience to your pet.
Each condo is complete with a platform to allow your cat to "get up high" and feel more comfortable.
If you want to offer a little more room, let us know!
Preventive and Dental Care
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We strive to prevent illness whenever possible.
The time and effort we invest in wellness protocols rewards both pets and owners.
Our wellness protocols are designed specifically for your pet and include: comprehensive physical exams; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; vaccinations; spay and neuter packages; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.
Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families.
We offer the most widely-used microchip products to increase the chances of safe recovery and return.
The time and effort we invest in wellness protocols rewards both pets and owners.
Our wellness protocols are designed specifically for your pet and include: comprehensive physical exams; internal parasite testing; heartworm and flea control; vaccinations; spay and neuter packages; and specialized blood tests for all life stages.
Microchips have helped reunite thousands of pets with their families.
We offer the most widely-used microchip products to increase the chances of safe recovery and return.
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