By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in New York
New York has 299 veterinary clinics, giving pet owners one of the broadest selections in the country, with an average Google rating of 4.4 from 81,850 reviews. A notable feature of veterinary care in New York is its mix of companion-animal and exotic-pet services, alongside meaningful emergency coverage.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside Animal Hospital | 42/100 | — | 16 |
| Steinway Court Veterinarian | 42/100 | — | — |
| Westside Veterinary Center | 42/100 | — | 1 |
For pet owners, New York is a strong veterinary market. The city has both scale and depth: enough options to support routine wellness care, more complex medical follow-up, and species-specific treatment that goes beyond standard dog-and-cat practice. The review volume is especially useful here, because it suggests many clinics have been tested by a large number of local owners over time. In practical terms, vets in New York are not hard to find; the more important question is which clinic fits your pet, your schedule, and the kind of care relationship you want.
The biggest caution is not quality so much as day-to-day certainty and access. None of the top-listed clinics are verified, so it is smart to treat listing details as a starting point and confirm current hours, services, and contact information directly. Weekend access looks very limited, which matters for owners who cannot easily leave work or who prefer non-weekday appointments. Emergency care is a clearer strength, with 91 clinics offering emergency or out-of-hours help, so New York is better positioned for urgent situations than for convenient weekend scheduling.
The best way to choose in New York is to narrow the field by need first, then by convenience. For a healthy cat or dog, focus on communication, appointment availability, follow-up habits, and whether the clinic can handle common sick visits without immediately referring out. If you own an exotic pet, ask directly about species experience and how often the team sees animals like yours; New York's service mix is a real advantage, but expertise will still vary by clinic. Because weekend openings are scarce, it is wise to identify both a regular vet and an emergency backup before you need either.
In a market this broad, small operational differences matter more than headline reputation alone. A clinic that is easy to reach, clear about next steps, and organized with records and referrals may serve you better over time than one that looks impressive but is harder to use in real life. New York gives pet owners room to be selective, and that is the city's biggest advantage.
More Veterinary Practices in New York
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Our Score (36/100)
Howard Beach Animal Clinic Pc is an independent veterinary clinic in Howard Beach, Queens, serving dogs and cats. It offers preventive care, dental services, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, echocardiography, pediatric care, and daytime...
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Our Score (36/100)
Fresh Meadows Animal Clinic is an independent veterinary clinic in Fresh Meadows, Queens, that treats dogs and cats. It offers routine care along with a broad set of diagnostic and medical services, plus emergency and urgent care during...
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Bellerose Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic in Queens, New York, that treats dogs and cats. The hospital offers general care along with surgery, dental services, diagnostics, cancer care, and pain management. It is AAHA...
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Vein Treatment Clinic is located in Forest Hills, Queens, and is described as part of VIP Medical Group. It focuses on human vein care, including evaluation, imaging, and treatment for spider veins, varicose veins, and chronic venous...
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Veterinary Emergency Group is located at 87 Kent Ave in Brooklyn. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 1,023 reviews. Recent feedback describes emergency care for cats, kittens, and puppies, with reviewers highlighting a calm clinic setup and...
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ASPCA Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic at 424 E 92nd St in New York City that treats dogs and cats. It is described as an independent clinic. Listed medical services include general veterinary care, spay/neuter procedures,...
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Veterinary Emergency Group is a veterinary emergency clinic on 6th Avenue in New York. It has a 4.7/5 rating on Google from 517 reviews. Recent written feedback describes friendly staff, quick attention in some visits, and clear...
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Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency veterinary clinic located at 1950 Ralph Ave in Brooklyn. Recent written feedback describes urgent care for dogs and cats, with quick intake, diagnostic testing, surgery, and detailed aftercare...
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VCA Southern Tier Animal Hospital is a VCA Animal Hospitals clinic located in Vestal, New York. It treats dogs and cats and lists primary, specialty, emergency, urgent, and preventive care among its services. Google reviews show a 4.5/5...
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Bensonhurst Veterinary Care is a veterinary clinic in Brooklyn that treats dogs and cats. Its website lists preventive care, dental care, surgery, diagnostic testing, and microchipping. The clinic is open daily, with a note that Sunday and...
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Bruce Lowenstein Dvm Veterinary House Calls is a house-call veterinary practice in New York serving dogs and cats. The practice offers care seven days a week and lists 24/7 availability, including emergency services. Its website also notes...
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Sheepshead Bay Veterinary Group is a veterinary clinic in Brooklyn, New York. It sees dogs, cats, and small exotic pets including rabbits, rodents, birds, and ferrets. The clinic offers general care, dental treatment, surgery, diagnostics,...
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Vinegar Hill Veterinary Group Dumbo is a veterinary clinic in Brooklyn, New York, located at 57 Front St. Its Google listing shows a 4.7/5 rating from 548 reviews. Recent written comments mention positive experiences with dog care, gentle...
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Bedford Stuyvesant Veterinary Clinic is an independent veterinary clinic in Brooklyn, New York. It treats dogs, cats, birds, and small animals, with wellness exams listed for cats and dogs. The clinic also accepts emergency and urgent...
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Heights and Hill Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary clinic on Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn. It treats dogs and cats, and its website also lists small animals. The clinic offers general veterinary care along with surgery,...
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Manhattan Beach Animal Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Brooklyn, New York. Google reviews show a 4.9/5 rating from 54 reviews. Recent written reviews describe cat care including allergy treatment, sterilization surgery, microchipping, and...
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Broadway Animal Hospital Of Riverdale is a small-animal clinic at 5664 Broadway in the Bronx, New York. It treats dogs and cats and offers preventive care along with dental, dermatology, behavior, pain management, and end-of-life services....
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Staten Island Animal Hospital is a dog-and-cat veterinary clinic in Staten Island, New York, and is part of VCA Animal Hospitals. The clinic lists primary care, specialty care, emergency care, urgent care, and boarding. It also lists...
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Our Score (35/100)
