Business Details
20 Years
experience
Compassionate Veterinary Care in Troy, NY
Collar City Animal Hospital has been providing exceptional veterinary care in Troy, New York since 2006. Our team of experienced professionals combines advanced medical expertise with compassionate, personalized treatment for every pet. We specialize in creating stress-free environments through feline-friendly practices and tailored care plans addressing each animal's unique medical, behavioral, and emotional needs.With state-of-the-art surgical facilities and comprehensive diagnostic capabilities, we ensure pets receive the highest standard of care from routine wellness exams to complex medical procedures. Our commitment extends beyond treatment to educating pet owners and fostering long-term partnerships in their pets' health management.
Services
Vaccinations
Surgery
Dental Care
Diagnostic Testing
Microchipping
Senior Pet Care
Digital Ultrasound
X-ray Imaging
Pharmacy
Lab Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- Our team consists of certified veterinary professionals with decades of combined experience
- We provide feline-friendly practices reducing animal stress during visits
- State-of-the-art surgical suite with advanced patient monitoring equipment
- Customized treatment plans addressing each pet's unique medical needs
- Comprehensive diagnostic capabilities including digital imaging and laboratory services
What people say
Exceptional staff
Genuine concern
Great communication
Compassionate treatment
Stress-free visits
Services
Vaccinations
Our vaccination program establishes personalized schedules based on your pet's age, medical history, and lifestyle. We offer core and non-core vaccines against serious diseases while monitoring for adverse reactions. Our comprehensive approach ensures optimal immune protection while minimizing unnecessary treatments for cats and dogs.
Surgery
Equipped with advanced surgical facilities, we perform spays/neuters and complex procedures with specialized anesthesia protocols. Our pre-surgical evaluations include organ function testing and customized drug selection. Our surgical team employs pain management strategies and post-operative monitoring to ensure safe, comfortable recoveries for canine and feline patients.
Dental Care
Our professional dental services combine ultrasonic scaling with comprehensive oral examinations under anesthesia. We detect periodontal disease, fractures, and malocclusion while performing digital X-rays for hidden issues. Routine cleanings and dental prophylaxis help prevent systemic health problems associated with oral infections in pets.
Diagnostic Testing
We utilize in-house laboratories for rapid diagnostic results combined with specialized external testing partnerships. Our comprehensive diagnostics include bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, and tissue biopsies. This enables accurate diagnosis and timely treatment planning for acute illnesses and chronic conditions in companion animals.
Senior Pet Care
Our senior wellness program addresses age-related conditions through twice-yearly examinations and targeted screening tests. We manage chronic diseases like arthritis and organ dysfunction while monitoring weight and behavioral changes. Personalized treatment plans help maintain quality of life for aging cats and dogs through early detection and intervention.
People
Dr. Kimberly Linendoll
Owner/Veterinarian
A Troy native and 1999 Ross University graduate, Dr. Linendoll established Collar City Animal Hospital in 2006 after completing an emergency medicine internship. She specializes in surgical procedures and has extensive experience in feline medicine, overseeing comprehensive pet care in both urgent and routine situations.
Questions
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
While we're not an emergency hospital, we partner with local emergency clinics and prioritize urgent cases during regular hours.
Are you specifically equipped for cat care?
Yes, we're a certified Cat Friendly Practice with feline-specific exam rooms and specialized stress-reduction protocols developed through advanced feline behavior training.
How do you handle anxious pets during visits?
Our team employs gentle handling techniques and offers anxiety-reducing medications when needed, creating positive experiences through patient-centered approaches for nervous animals.
Can I request specific appointment times?
We accommodate time preferences when possible, with extended evening hours on Tuesdays and Thursdays to serve working pet owners.
Do you provide post-surgical follow-up care?
Yes, our surgical packages include post-operative monitoring and follow-up communication to ensure proper recovery progress for all surgical patients.
