Central Hospital for Veterinary Medicine

Central Hospital for Veterinary Medicine Southern Connecticut's top full service veterinary hospital. Fully staffed and privately owned 24/7/365. Locations in North Haven & Guilford.
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Central Hospital is a 24-hour a day emergency and specialty veterinary hospital. Our hospital has board-certified specialists in Anesthesiology, Cardiology, Emergency & Critical Care, Exotics, Hospice Care, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Radiology, Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Surgery.

09/06/2026

Two of our amazing ophthalmology technicians in North Haven, Deanna and Jill, took on the "guess the breed" challenge. 😜

🏴‍☠️ Moe sailed back in to see our ophthalmology team this week after his recent enucleation, and he arrived looking abs...
09/04/2026

🏴‍☠️ Moe sailed back in to see our ophthalmology team this week after his recent enucleation, and he arrived looking absolutely adorable in his tiny pirate eye patch. His story is a great example of how complex and interconnected eye health can be, especially for pets with multiple medical conditions.

Moe first came to us in 2018 when his family noticed he was having trouble seeing at night. He was diagnosed with progressive retinal atrophy, a condition that slowly affects the retina and leads to vision loss. There are no treatment options for PRA, so Moe continued living his happy life with his family.

In 2023, Moe was hospitalized for a diabetic crisis. During his stay, cataracts were found in both eyes, which can happen secondary to diabetes. Once his diabetes was under control, he returned to ophthalmology for a full evaluation. His pre‑operative cataract testing showed that his retinas were still functioning well enough for surgery, so Moe became a candidate for cataract removal. He handled surgery like a star and regained comfortable, functional vision.

Earlier this year, Moe developed hyphema in his left eye, which means blood entered the front chamber of the eye. His blood pressure was checked and found to be in the 200s. High blood pressure can cause hyphema, so he was started on medication right away. Unfortunately, the hyphema and elevated pressure led to significant inflammation and a dangerous rise in intraocular pressure. Medical management was attempted, but his pressure remained too high for comfort or long‑term safety.

Enucleation, or removal of the eye, became the best option for Moe’s comfort and quality of life. This week, he returned for his recheck, feeling so much better. His right eye is doing great, his pressures are normal, and he is proudly showing off his pirate patch like it is part of his signature look.

We are so proud of this brave boy and grateful for the love and dedication of his family. Captain Moe continues to sail forward with confidence. ⚓️

Last week we hosted a welcome lunch for our newest doctors, celebrating everyone who joined our team this summer. We tri...
09/03/2026

Last week we hosted a welcome lunch for our newest doctors, celebrating everyone who joined our team this summer. We tried to get a full group photo, but schedules in a busy hospital are no joke, so we did the next best thing and created a 'perfectly' edited “everyone‑is‑here” picture. Teamwork makes the Photoshop work.

Please join us in welcoming our new doctors:
Back row, left to right: Dr. Roldan, Dr. Sessions, Dr. Hammond, Dr. La Russa
Front row, left to right: Dr. Green, Dr. Mills

We are excited to have each of them as part of the Central family.

09/02/2026

Dr. Andrea Looney and Veterinary Technician Jill from our Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation team play a round of “guess the breed.” 😂

Last week was Doctor Appreciation Week, and we loved celebrating our incredible doctors. Along with daily treats and sur...
09/02/2026

Last week was Doctor Appreciation Week, and we loved celebrating our incredible doctors. Along with daily treats and surprises, we set up an Appreciation Station where staff could write notes throughout the week. By Friday, the wall was completely filled, and we were out of space. A huge thank‑you to our doctors for everything they do!

Happy National Dog Day!Treat your pup to something special today. Lots of local spots and national chains are offering f...
08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day!
Treat your pup to something special today. Lots of local spots and national chains are offering freebies and fun deals for dogs. From pup cups to free bandanas, it’s a great day to explore and celebrate your best friend.

Did your pup score any freebies today?
Or are you treating them to an adventure?
Tell us in the comments and let us know how you’re celebrating.

Dice is an 11-year‑old Pitt Mix who has been part of our Central family since 2025. After multiple previous knee surgeri...
08/13/2026

Dice is an 11-year‑old Pitt Mix who has been part of our Central family since 2025. After multiple previous knee surgeries, he visited our Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation department when he began having trouble with mobility, especially getting up and down from the floor, furniture, and stairs.

Our boarded Sports Medicine specialist, Dr. Andrea Looney prescribed medication to help with his comfort and recommended rehabilitation sessions with our rehab technicians Jill and Elisa. After his evaluation, it was decided to start Dice with weekly sessions of therapeutic ultrasound and targeted massage.

These days, Dice comes weekly to biweekly for massage because it’s the modality that helps him the most. Massage increases blood flow, reduces inflammation, provides pain relief, and eases muscle tightness. It also supports relaxation by lowering stress hormones and helps improve range of motion while protecting already stressed areas of the body.

Massage has supported Dice in getting back to the moments he enjoys most, whether he’s with his dog friends or spending time with family and neighbors. He’s a truly special boy who charms everyone he meets.

(Photos done by Lovelee Paws CT Pet Photography )

Vet Med: Every day is an adventure. Some days… it’s whatever this is. (No medical professionals or pets were harmed in t...
08/12/2026

Vet Med: Every day is an adventure. Some days… it’s whatever this is.

(No medical professionals or pets were harmed in the creation of this fake photo. Created by our team members pictured purely for smiles.)

Yesterday our hospitals celebrated with our summer picnic. Staff Director Amber and Technician Assistant Supervisor Doro...
08/06/2026

Yesterday our hospitals celebrated with our summer picnic. Staff Director Amber and Technician Assistant Supervisor Dorothy fired up the grill and served a full cookout feast for the North Haven team, while Hospital Manager Sarah took on chef duties for our Guilford crew. As staff rotated through their breaks, they enjoyed yard games and our favorite annual tradition - Central tie‑dye T‑shirts! The designs were incredible. We love taking moments like this to unwind, connect, and celebrate the impact our team makes every day.

Brody was brought to our Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation team to be evaluated by Dr. Looney and her team after his mo...
08/04/2026

Brody was brought to our Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation team to be evaluated by Dr. Looney and her team after his mom noticed he was favoring one of his front legs, reluctant to walk at times, and even chewing at his elbow. After a full assessment, it was determined that Brody has neuritis. Since he is a large breed puppy who is still growing quickly, early therapy is an important step to help reduce inflammation and manage pain as he develops.

Brody received a complete workup and began treatment right away, including laser therapy. This treatment requires everyone involved, including his rehab team technicians Jill and Elisa, to wear protective goggles. Laser therapy helps decrease inflammation, improve circulation, and support healing in irritated nerves and soft tissues, making it a valuable tool for dogs recovering from injury or managing chronic discomfort.

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4 Devine Street
North Haven, CT
06473

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+12038650878

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