Capital District Humane Association

09/20/2026

CDHA was happy to participate in the 2026 Pet Adoption Event at Lia Toyota. We hope all the beautiful dogs, cats and more found forever homes!

09/15/2026

Visit with us at the Lia Toyota Pet Adoption Event on Saturday!

09/15/2026

JOIN US ON SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, FROM 10-2 AT LIA TOYOTA IN COLONIE (2120 Central Avenue, Schenectady) AND MEET OUR NEW PUPS SEEKING THEIR FOREVER HOMES!

09/14/2026

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Please don’t buy rawhide for your dogs for multiple reasons - the processing of the hide with caustic disgusting chemicals just being one of them - but don't overlook just how easy it is for your dog to die from choking on a piece of rawhide.

Another risk is intestinal blockage.
How Much Does Canine Intestinal Blockage Surgery cost? The cost to treat intestinal obstruction ranges anywhere from $800 to $7,000.

These are the most common rawhide risks:

Contamination. As with pet toys, rawhide chews can contain trace amounts of toxic chemicals. And, as with other pet (or human) foods, Salmonella or E. coli contamination is possible. Even humans can be at risk when coming into contact with these bacteria on rawhide treats.

Digestive irritation. Some dogs are simply sensitive or allergic to rawhide or other substances used in their manufacture. This can cause problems, including Diarrhea

Choking or blockages. Rawhide bones and other edible chews can pose a choking and blockage risk. In fact, this is a much bigger risk than contamination or digestive irritation. If your dog swallows large pieces of rawhide, the rawhide can get stuck in the esophagus or other parts of the digestive tract. Depending on its size and where it is located, a vet may be able to remove these pieces fairly easily through the throat. But sometimes, abdominal surgery is needed to remove them from the stomach or intestines. If it isn’t resolved, a blockage can lead to death.

Please just say NO to rawhide treats and bones!

09/10/2026

Responsible Dog Ownership Day is this month, so we're kicking things off with a checklist full of great reminders! 🛎️

Drop to the comments to learn even more ways you can show up for your dog. 💙

09/06/2026

Dandelion has found her forever home!

09/06/2026

Our newest recruit, Maddie, is both cute and sweet! Maddies information will be posted as CDHA gets to know her.

09/05/2026

Meet Dandelion and our newest recruit, Maddie, at the CDHA Adoption Clinic on Saturday, Sept. 5 at PetSmart in Latham, 11-12:30.

09/03/2026