FAQ

Cash, all major Credit/Debit Cards (Visa, Master Card, Discover, and American Express) and Care Credit.

What are you hours of operation?

Mon-Friday	8:30AM – 6PM
Wednesday Saturday	8:30AM – 5 PM 8:30AM – 2PM
Sunday	CLOSED

If you would like to see the vet please call us to schedule an appointment 718.881.1000

Do you board pets?

Yes. We do boarding for cats, dogs, and ferrets.

I have a new puppy/ kitten what is the vaccination schedule?

As with children puppies and kittens require several shots and booster shots to build antibodies for the infections they are vaccinated for.

Puppies:
6 Weeks:	1st DHP (Distemper), 1st Parvo, 1st Corona
9 Weeks:	2nd DHP (Distemper), 2nd Parvo, 2nd Corona, 1st Lyme
12 Weeks:	3rd DHP (Distemper), 3rd Parvo, 3rd Corona, 2nd Lyme
16 Weeks:	4th Parvo, Rabies
Kittens:
6 Weeks:	1st FVRCP (Distemper)
9 Weeks:	2nd FVRCP (Distemper), 1st FeLV (outdoor cats)
12 Weeks:	3rd FVRCP (Distemper), Rabies, 2nd FeLV (outdoor cats)

outdoor cats need 1st and 2nd FeLV

At what age can I groom my puppy?

The best time is usually around 16 weeks after they have had their puppy shots.

How do I know if my pet needs to see a vet?

If your pet is sick or has a problem lasting about 2 or 3 days it is important that your pet see’s a vet.

Examples of emergency issues: breathing problems, poisoning, wounds, bleeding, automobile accidents, birth issues, drowning, vomiting, diarrhea.

A spay is an ovariohysterectomy. In a spay, the ovaries and the uterus are removed. Spaying is recommended between 4-6 months of age, usually before they have had their first heat cycle. A neuter (castration) is an orchiectomy In a neuter, the testicles are removed. Neutering is also recommended between 4-6 months of age. Both procedures are performed using strict sterile technique while the pet is under general anesthesia.

Is it necessary to get my dog/cat spayed or neutered?

Every year over 10 million animals are euthanized in shelters due to over-population. The main defense we have against pet over-population is spaying and neutering. Medical reasons also make spay/neuter an important decision. Please call the doctor to discuss these.

When will my cat go into heat and how long will it last?

Female cats normally have their first heat cycle between 5-10 months of age, with the average age of 6 months. Cats usually have 2-4 heat cycles a year lasting around 15-22 days. If the cat is unmated it is possible to have their heat cycle every 2-4 weeks.

What do i need to know about micro-chipping? Why should my pet get micro-chipped?

Pets who are micro-chipped have a better chance of being recovered after being lost. Protection and health are the basic reasons for micro-chipping your pet. Micro-chips also have the ability to have emergency medical information linked to their chip. This allows for taking care of medical issues while the pet is waiting to be reunited with their family. The micro-chip is a safe product and is as simple as an injection. It will show up on your pet’s immunization record.

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Why does my pet need dental care?

Your pet’s teeth are exactly like your own teeth. They need daily care just like your teeth do or they will develop disease. An annual dental cleaning is required. If not brushed routinely, teeth can develop tartar and plaque. Adult dogs have 42 teeth and an adult cat has 30 teeth. If their teeth are uncared for, more severe dental diseases can occur. It can also lead to inflammation of the gums which can cause pain and discomfort while chewing. Increasing tartar and plaque can travel through the blood stream to other organs which can cause infection. To prevent infections and treatment dental diets and daily at-home brushing is very important. Annual professional dental cleaning are a must.