Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island "vscli" in Huntington

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Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island "vscli" in Huntington VSCLI is a state-of-the-art Emergency and Specialty Referral Hospital. Our ICU is staffed 24x7. We are committed to excellence. Visit our website www.vscli.com.

Our amazing doctors and staff always treat our patients with kindness and respect.

Happy National Black Dog Day! 🖤Fun fact: darker fur can hide health changes like bruising, redness, or jaundice, which m...
10/01/2026

Happy National Black Dog Day! 🖤

Fun fact: darker fur can hide health changes like bruising, redness, or jaundice, which makes routine checkups even more important.

We look past the coat: gums, eyes, ears, skin, every time.

Drop a photo of your black dog (or cat) below, we want to see them! 🐾

It's World Rabies Day. Long Island isn't rabies-free, raccoons, bats, and foxes carry it locally.Bitten or scratched by ...
09/28/2026

It's World Rabies Day. Long Island isn't rabies-free, raccoons, bats, and foxes carry it locally.

Bitten or scratched by wildlife? Rinse the wound, don't approach the animal, and come see us right away, even if it looks minor.

Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms start, and almost entirely preventable. We're open 24/7 for exactly this.

Has your pet had a wildlife run-in? Tell us below 👇

Happy National Walk 'n' Roll Dog Day! 🐾A dog who can't walk isn't a dog who's out of options. Surgery, rehab, even a whe...
09/22/2026

Happy National Walk 'n' Roll Dog Day! 🐾

A dog who can't walk isn't a dog who's out of options. Surgery, rehab, even a wheelchair cart can have them back outside chasing squirrels within weeks.

Different isn't the same as done.

Tag a dog (or pet parent) who proves mobility challenges don't slow the tail-wagging down. 🐾

09/16/2026

Restless after eating. Swollen, drum-tight belly. Trying to vomit, nothing comes up.

That's not just an upset stomach, that could be bloat (GDV), and it can turn fatal within hours.

Deep-chested breeds (Danes, Shepherds, Poodles, Weimaraners) carry higher risk. Caught early, dogs do remarkably well. Time is everything.

See these signs? Don't wait it out. We're open 24/7.

Does your dog eat like it's a race? Tell us below 👇

Happy Labor Day from everyone at Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island. 🐾Today we're thinking about the people who s...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from everyone at Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island. 🐾

Today we're thinking about the people who show up every single day, not because it's easy, but because the work matters. That's something we understand deeply here. Our team will be working today. Tomorrow. Every day of the year. Because emergencies don't take holidays, and neither do we.

If you're heading into a long weekend of barbecues and gatherings, a couple quick reminders from our team:

Keep food secured. Labor Day spreads are full of things that can land your dog in our ER (onions, corn cobs, grapes, cooked bones). Remind your guests not to feed them scraps.

Watch the doors. More people coming and going means more opportunities for a curious pet to slip out. Double-check that ID tags are current.

Pavement is still hot in early September. Short-coated dogs and sensitive paws especially. Test the ground with your hand before a walk.

To every Long Island pet family having a wonderful long weekend: enjoy every second of it. And if anything comes up with your pet today, we are here.

Open 24/7. Walk-ins always welcome. 📞 (631) 517-1773 · vscli.com

Cats are, genuinely, one of the most stoic creatures on the planet. They evolved to hide pain and weakness. In the wild,...
09/02/2026

Cats are, genuinely, one of the most stoic creatures on the planet. They evolved to hide pain and weakness. In the wild, showing vulnerability gets you eaten. So your cat's instincts are working perfectly.

The problem? It means that by the time most cat owners notice something is wrong, the condition has already progressed significantly.

There are three categories of surgical conditions in cats that specifically require a board-certified veterinary surgeon rather than a general practice vet:

1. Complex orthopedic surgery. Fractures, joint injuries, fallen from a window or balcony. Cats are agile, but complicated fractures need precise reconstruction to heal correctly.
2. Thoracic surgery. Anything inside the chest cavity. Chest masses, lung conditions, diaphragmatic hernias. This requires specialized anesthesia management and monitoring that goes beyond routine surgical care.
3. Advanced soft tissue surgery. Liver surgery, adrenal gland surgery, tumor removal requiring wide margins. These procedures involve delicate blood vessels and organs where experience is everything.

Signs your cat needs evaluation now: persistent limping (even mild), difficulty breathing, a growing lump, not jumping on furniture anymore, or eating noticeably less. None of these are "just getting older." All of them deserve a look.

We work with referring vets across Long Island and take new patients directly. Board-certified surgeons. Advanced imaging. Compassionate care.

📞 (631) 517-1773 · vscli.com · Huntington, NY

You know your pet better than anyone. Better than their regular vet, honestly, because you see them every single day.So ...
08/26/2026

You know your pet better than anyone. Better than their regular vet, honestly, because you see them every single day.

So when something feels off, trust that.

The number of times we've heard "I didn't want to overreact" in our ER, it breaks our hearts every time. Because overreacting means your pet is fine and you get peace of mind. Not overreacting means something treatable gets worse.

Here's what we want you to know about coming to VSCLI:

You don't need a referral. Ever. Walk in, call ahead, or just show up at 2am because something's wrong and you're scared. That is exactly what we're here for.

The moment you walk through our doors, your pet gets triaged by our emergency team. We stabilize. We treat. We monitor. We have MRI, CT, X-rays, and full bloodwork in-house. Surgery is available any hour of the day or night. We give you a fee estimate before any treatment begins. And we call your regular vet to keep them in the loop.

365 days a year. Every holiday. Every night. Every weird symptom you can't explain.

If your gut is telling you something is wrong with your pet, that's enough reason to call us.

📞 (631) 517-1773 · Walk-ins always welcome

Every year around this time, the house gets a little quieter. Kids go back to school, routines shift, and life speeds up...
08/20/2026

Every year around this time, the house gets a little quieter. Kids go back to school, routines shift, and life speeds up again. It's easy for your pet to fall through the cracks.

But here's the thing: August is actually one of the best times to take stock of your pet's health before the year gets away from you. Heat is still a real risk. The behavioral shifts that come with being home alone more can look a lot like illness if you're not watching for them. And any limping, hiding, or change in appetite that you've been meaning to "keep an eye on" for a few weeks? Now is the time to get it looked at.

A few things worth doing this week:

Is their microchip registered and current? If your address or phone number has changed, update it. Takes five minutes. Are their ID tags readable? Tags wear down fast. Check it. Have they had a wellness exam in the last year? If not, call your regular vet this week. Have you noticed anything a little off recently? Don't dismiss it. A quick call to our triage line can tell you whether it warrants a visit.

We're not just here for emergencies. We're here for the "I'm not sure if this is something" moments too.

📞 (631) 517-1773 · vscli.com · Huntington, NY 11743

Here's something that catches a lot of dog owners completely off guard: your dog can go from "a little stiff this mornin...
08/12/2026

Here's something that catches a lot of dog owners completely off guard: your dog can go from "a little stiff this morning" to "can't feel their back legs" in a matter of hours.

That's what IVDD does. Intervertebral disc disease. It happens when one of the cushioning discs between your dog's vertebrae ruptures or bulges, and suddenly the spinal cord is under pressure. The nerve signals that tell the legs to move, the bladder to hold, the paws to feel the ground? They start cutting out. Fast.

Here's what to watch for:
🔴 Crying out when you touch their back or pick them up
🔴 Suddenly refusing to jump, use the stairs, or play
🔴 Stumbling, wobbling, or dragging a back leg
🔴 Loss of bladder or bowel control

That last two? Those are emergency symptoms. Don't Google it. Don't wait until Monday. Call us.

The breeds most commonly affected: Dachshunds (by far the highest risk), French Bulldogs, Corgis, Beagles, Shih Tzus. If that's your dog, save this post right now.

We have MRI, CT, and spinal surgery available around the clock. Time matters with spinal injuries. If your dog is showing neurological signs today, that's a today problem.

📞 (631) 517-1773 · Open 24/7 · No referral needed

Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island is Long Island's premier specialty surgery and 24-hour emergency care hospital...
08/08/2026

Veterinary Surgical Center of Long Island is Long Island's premier specialty surgery and 24-hour emergency care hospital.

Tel: (631) 517-1773
Address: 188 E Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743
Website: www.vscli.com

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188 East Main Street
Huntington, NY
11743

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 8am - 8pm
Sunday 8am - 8pm

Telephone

+16315171773

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