Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists

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Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists BC specialists in ECC, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, dermatology & exotics.
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Our mission is to provide the highest level of veterinary care not only to the pets that come into our hospital but also the people who love them. As animal lovers ourselves, we understand the important bond you and your family share with your pets and bring that understanding to every interaction from the exam room to the operating room. Cape Cod Veterinary Specialists in Buzzards Bay, MA is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies. We also proudly offer premier specialty veterinary care for your pet in close partnership with your referring veterinarian. Our specialists are board-certified in emergency & critical care, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, ophthalmology, dermatology & zoom/exotics medicine.

A little classroom practice can go a long way! 💙We love helping local students learn, build confidence, and put new skil...
11/05/2026

A little classroom practice can go a long way! 💙

We love helping local students learn, build confidence, and put new skills into practice. One way we support that learning at CCVS is by routinely donating supplies to Upper Cape Tech for hands-on classroom activities.

UCT’s Veterinary Science program gives students the opportunity to learn about animal science, anatomy and physiology, disease prevention, genetics, and the fundamentals of veterinary medicine. Students gain hands-on experience designed to prepare them for both college and career pathways in animal care and veterinary fields.

Supplies like sutures, syringes, diagnostic kits, and expired medications can have a second purpose by helping students practice in the classroom. These materials are used strictly for learning and skills practice, giving students a safe way to become familiar with the tools, medications, and procedures they may encounter in veterinary settings. None of the donated materials are used on live animals.

These kinds of materials give students another opportunity to practice the skills they’re learning in a realistic, hands-on setting while becoming more comfortable with the tools and equipment they may encounter in future veterinary careers.

We’re happy to give these materials a second purpose and play a small part in helping students prepare for their future careers!

To the Veterinary Science students at Upper Cape Tech: keep learning, asking questions, and exploring what’s possible. We’re cheering you on every step of the way! 📚👩‍⚕️🐾

Happy Halloween from all of us at CCVS! 🎃🐾Whether your pet is dressing up, enjoying a special treat, or spending a cozy ...
10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from all of us at CCVS! 🎃🐾

Whether your pet is dressing up, enjoying a special treat, or spending a cozy evening at home, we’d love to see how they’re celebrating! Share a photo in the comments below. 🧡

To help everyone enjoy the festivities, here are a few pet safety reminders from the ASPCA:

🍬 Keep candy out of reach, especially chocolate and sugar-free treats containing xylitol.
🏡 Offer a quiet, comfortable spot for pets who prefer a little distance from the trick-or-treating excitement.
👻 Make sure costumes allow pets to move, see, and breathe comfortably. If dressing up isn’t their thing, that’s okay too!
🕯️ Keep candles, wires, and small decorations away from curious paws.
🐾 Make sure pets are wearing identification, and keep an eye on them as the front door opens for visitors.

Find more info, visit the ASPCA's page on "Halloween Safety Tips".

Wishing you and your pets a happy Halloween! 🎃

Thank you Multi-State Electric Corp!!! 👷‍♂️⚡🐾💛
10/29/2026

Thank you Multi-State Electric Corp!!! 👷‍♂️⚡🐾💛

Now offering more availability for your pet’s heart care! ❤️Meet Dr. Kristina Williams, DVM, residency-trained cardiolog...
10/27/2026

Now offering more availability for your pet’s heart care! ❤️

Meet Dr. Kristina Williams, DVM, residency-trained cardiologist and the newest member of our Cardiology team!

With Dr. Williams joining our Cardiology team, we’re now able to offer Cardiology appointments and echocardiograms year-round! This expanded availability means we can see more pets, with the goal of getting patients in sooner for the specialty heart care they need. Appointments with Dr. Williams are available now!

A Massachusetts native, Dr. Williams earned her veterinary degree from Colorado State University before completing a small-animal rotating internship and Cardiology residency at North Carolina State University. She also spent summers working with our Emergency & Critical Care and Cardiology teams during veterinary school, and we’re happy to welcome her back in this new role!

Dr. Williams enjoys all aspects of cardiology, with particular interests in managing valvular heart disease and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in cats. She’s also passionate about helping families understand their pet’s heart condition and feel comfortable with their care.

Give us a call to schedule an appointment! We also welcome referrals from your pet’s primary care veterinarian.

To learn more, visit our website > Services > Cardiology.

Looking back on a fun day with our community! 🐾Last month, CCVS Group Medical Director, Dr. Louisa Rahilly, DVM, DACVECC...
10/21/2026

Looking back on a fun day with our community! 🐾

Last month, CCVS Group Medical Director, Dr. Louisa Rahilly, DVM, DACVECC, and her daughters joined the Cape Cod Canal Day festivities to judge the dog costume contest! They had a wonderful time meeting the contestants and seeing the creativity that went into their costumes.

Thank you to the Cape Cod Canal Region Chamber of Commerce for inviting us to be part of the fun and sharing these photos! If you were there, we hope you enjoyed the day as much as we did. ❤️

Already thinking about next year’s costume? Mark your calendar for Cape Cod Canal Day on September 18, 2027 (rain date September 19). We hope to see you there!

Visit capecodcanalchamber. org for event updates.

Meet Freddie! 🐈 💛 This handsome guy has a look all his own—and it only adds to his charm.Freddie is a 7-year-old domesti...
10/13/2026

Meet Freddie! 🐈 💛 This handsome guy has a look all his own—and it only adds to his charm.

Freddie is a 7-year-old domestic shorthair who came to CCVS to see Dr. Emery and our Dermatology team for ceruminous cystomatosis—an ear disease commonly known as “blue cysts.”

Because the disease was more advanced in Freddie’s right ear, he underwent a Total Ear Canal Ablation (TECA) at another specialty hospital where Dr. Emery also treats dermatology patients. This procedure removed the severely affected ear canal to help provide Freddie with long-term relief.

Fortunately, his left ear is less severely affected. Dr. Emery plans to use CO₂ laser surgery with the goal of preserving both the ear and its canal while treating the diseased tissue.

Freddie’s case is a wonderful example of how collaborative veterinary care can help meet each patient’s unique needs. Our specialists work closely with primary care veterinarians and colleagues at other specialty hospitals to coordinate care and pursue the best possible outcome for every pet.

From advanced ear disease and chronic infections to allergies, skin conditions, hair loss, nail disorders and more, our Dermatology team offers a wide range of diagnostic and treatment options tailored to each patient.

Learn more about our Dermatology services:
https://capecodvetspecialists.com/pet-dermatology-buzzards-bay-ma/

🚜🏗️🚧👷🏻‍♂️Big things are taking shape at our Buzzards Bay hospital!If you’ve visited us recently, you’ve likely noticed t...
10/07/2026

🚜🏗️🚧👷🏻‍♂️Big things are taking shape at our Buzzards Bay hospital!

If you’ve visited us recently, you’ve likely noticed the construction happening alongside our current hospital. A new addition is now underway, which will be followed by renovations to our existing building.

This expansion will provide our team with more space and resources to care for more patients, increase availability, and continue growing our specialty and emergency services. As part of this growth, we’ll be expanding our Emergency & Critical Care, Cardiology, and Diagnostic Imaging services, with plans to introduce Neurology services in the future.

We’re incredibly excited about what’s ahead and what it will mean for our patients, our veterinary partners, and community. Thank you for your patience as construction continues—we look forward to sharing more updates as the project takes shape!

Meet Pickle, a 4-month-old linneolated parakeet! 🦜💚Pickle recently came to see Dr. Berg and our Zoo/Exotic Medicine (ZEM...
10/01/2026

Meet Pickle, a 4-month-old linneolated parakeet! 🦜💚

Pickle recently came to see Dr. Berg and our Zoo/Exotic Medicine (ZEMS) team for their very first veterinary visit to establish care with us.

Primary care is an important part of what our ZEMS team does at CCVS. Exotic pets have unique needs, and caring for a parrot can look very different from caring for a dog or cat. From nutrition and enclosure design to behavior and enrichment, there is a lot that goes into helping these incredible animals live happy, healthy lives.

Our ZEMS team spends a full hour with each new patient, evaluating their health while also taking the time to discuss the many aspects of their care with their family. During Pickle’s first visit, Dr. Berg discovered some congenital abnormalities affecting their legs that may require special accommodations as they get older. Pickle also received a health certificate so they can safely board at a parrot boarding facility.

While our team loves the challenge of complex referral and emergency cases, we’re equally passionate about seeing exotic pets when they’re healthy. Establishing care early gives us the opportunity to identify concerns, provide education, and help set our patients up for the longest, healthiest, and most fulfilling lives possible.

Learn more about Zoo/Exotic Medicine Services at CCVS: https://capecodvetspecialists.com/zoological-exotic-medicine-buzzards-bay-ma/

Meet Nova! 🐕🖤This sweet girl is a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever who recently visited CCVS to see Dr. Ulfelder for a lapa...
09/23/2026

Meet Nova! 🐕🖤

This sweet girl is a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever who recently visited CCVS to see Dr. Ulfelder for a laparoscopic spay and prophylactic gastropexy — and, as you can see, she has some feelings about the dreaded “cone of shame" 😅

Unlike a traditional spay, a laparoscopic spay is minimally invasive and performed through just two small incisions. This can mean less discomfort, a quicker recovery, and a faster return to normal activity.

Nova also had a prophylactic gastropexy, a procedure that helps reduce the risk of gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly known as bloat. GDV is a life-threatening emergency in which the stomach becomes distended and twists, cutting off blood flow. A gastropexy helps prevent the stomach from twisting and can be especially beneficial for larger, deep-chested dogs that are at higher risk.

Nova was able to head home the same day. We loved having her at CCVS and are wishing her all the best as she gets back to her normal routine! 🐾

Cases like Nova’s are just one example of the advanced surgical care available at CCVS. Our board-certified surgeons are highly skilled and experienced in a wide range of procedures, from minimally invasive surgery to more complex and emergent cases, with the support of our dedicated veterinary team and 24/7 emergency services.

Learn more about our Surgery services at CCVS:
https://capecodvetspecialists.com/pet-surgery-buzzards-bay-ma/

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11 Bourne Bridge Approach
Buzzards Bay, MA
02532

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