Dr. Matt at Vet Ranch Rescue has done it again. This homeless, middle-aged pup looked just fine on the outside, but was going to the bathroom a little too often. Just as a precaution, the veterinarian took some x-rays, and upon further inspection, it was clear that something was very, very wrong.

Is that a bar of soap?

No, it’s a bladder stone that’s been forming most likely for years.

A bladder stone is an accumulation of chemicals produced by the body.

It was the biggest stone Dr. Matt has ever seen, but the surgery was successful!

Nice work, Doc!

You can watch the surgery and recovery here (note: it’s a little graphic at points).