Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some questions/answers that we are frequently asked. If you have additional questions that aren't covered here, please feel free to give us a call at (718)505-8080.

1. What are the Hospital hours?
   
   Our hospital is open Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays, and Satrudays  from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. On Wednesdays, our hours are from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.  The hospital is closed on Thursdays and Sundays. We are also closed during Federal Holidays. 
   
   
2. Do I need to have an appointment?
   
   Yes, patients are seen by appointment. Walk-ins are also welcome.
   
   
3. What forms of payment do you accept?
   
   Cash, Mastercard and Visa, Care Credit 
   
4. Can I make payments?
   
   Payment is required at the time of service.
   
   
5. At what age can I have my pet spayed or neutered?
   
   Spaying or neutering can be done at approximately 6 months of age. Your pet is given an exam prior to surgery to help determine whether your pet is healthy enough to undergo the surgical procedure. Current vaccinations are required at the time of surgery. Also a pre-anesthetic blood screen is recommended prior to undergoing anesthesia and surgery.
   
6. What is the pre-anesthetic blood screening?
   
   This is a blood test that is run here in the clinic prior to surgery. It tests the organ functions, blood counts and clotting function of your pet. The pre-anesthetic blood screening is done to assure safety during surgery and the ability to heal following surgery
   
7. How long do the sutures stay in after my pet's surgery?
   
   Procedures involving sutures require them to be removed in 7-14 days following the surgery.
   
   
8. Is it a good idea to let my pet have at least one litter?
   
   No, there is no advantage to letting your pet have one litter. However there are plenty of advantages to having you pet spayed or neutered. These advantages include decreasing the chances of breast tumors later in life, decreasing the chance of cystic ovaries and uterine infections later in life, decreasing the desire to roam the neighborhood, decreasing the incidence of prostate cancer later in life, helping prevent spraying and marking, and also decreases the surplus of unwanted puppies and kittens.
9. Do you board pets?
   
   Yes, we do boarding for our clients. We have boarding space for both dogs and cats. Cats or dogs with special or prescription diets must have their own food during the duration of their stay. We also can board guinea pigs and other small animals, but you will be required to bring your own cage and food for your pet.
   
10. What are your kennels like?
    
    Our dog kennels are all indoor. The dogs are walked 2-3 times daily while they are boarding. The cat boarders are housed in a separate area away from the dogs. Blankets and food are provided for our boarders, but you are always welcome to bring your own.