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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Pet Care in Scarsdale
Scarsdale Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for pets in Scarsdale and the surrounding areas. Our team of licensed veterinarians, including Dr. Alexander Starr, Dr. Norma Hunter, and Dr. Harry Zelkin, brings years of experience in treating both common and complex conditions while prioritizing preventative wellness care. As a full-service hospital, we offer emergency treatment, advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and dental care in a comfortable, kid-friendly environment designed to ease pet anxiety.Our commitment extends beyond medical services through educational resources and a newsletter tailored to local pet owners, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their pets' health. With state-of-the-art technology and a focus on both traditional and holistic medicine, we strive to be the trusted partner in maintaining the lifelong well-being of every animal entrusted to our care.
Services
Emergency Care
Laser Therapy
Acupuncture
Dental Care
Medical Boarding
Surgical Services
House Calls
Behavior Modification
Energy Medicine
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary care for urgent pet health issues.
- Our team includes licensed veterinarians with expertise in holistic and traditional medicine.
- We provide state-of-the-art surgical and diagnostic facilities for accurate treatments.
- Our hospital maintains a calm, kid-friendly environment to reduce pet anxiety.
- We offer discounted services for multi-pet households to support local families.
Services
Emergency Care
Our hospital provides immediate veterinary care for critical pet health issues during regular business hours. The team handles accidents, poisonings, and severe illnesses with rapid diagnostic tools and treatment protocols. Clients are encouraged to call ahead for guidance before arriving with an emergency case.
Laser Therapy
This non-invasive treatment accelerates healing for chronic conditions, post-surgical recovery, and inflammation-related pain. It offers drug-free pain relief and can serve as an alternative to surgical interventions. Scientifically proven effectiveness makes it a valuable option for pets with mobility issues.
Acupuncture
Ancient Chinese techniques address musculoskeletal problems, organ dysfunction, and immune system weaknesses through targeted needle placement. It complements traditional treatments for conditions like arthritis, respiratory issues, and skin disorders. Practitioners combine this with herbal medicine for enhanced therapeutic outcomes.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services prevent and treat periodontal disease, tooth fractures, and oral infections that impact overall health. Regular cleanings remove plaque buildup while advanced procedures address complex dental pathologies. Preventative care helps avoid systemic complications like heart and kidney disease.
Medical Boarding
Supervised overnight care accommodates pets requiring medication administration or special monitoring during owner travel. The facility maintains a low-stress environment with trained staff available for medical needs. This service benefits animals with chronic conditions needing consistent care routines.
People
Dr. Alexander Starr
Veterinarian
Dr. Starr graduated from Cornell University and brings extensive experience in comprehensive pet healthcare. He specializes in combining traditional veterinary practices with innovative treatment approaches.
Dr. Norma Hunter
Veterinarian
Dr. Hunter is a licensed veterinarian with expertise in emergency care and surgical procedures. She focuses on delivering personalized treatment plans for each patient.
Dr. Harry Zelkin
Veterinarian
Dr. Zelkin earned his degree from the Veterinary College of Bologna. He specializes in holistic medicine and long-term wellness management for companion animals.
Anna Shuster
Hospital Administrator
As LCSW-certified administrator, Anna coordinates clinical operations and client services. She ensures smooth practice management while maintaining high standards of patient care.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services are available?
We provide urgent care for critical conditions like accidents, poisonings, and severe illnesses during regular business hours. Call ahead for immediate assistance.
What types of pets do you treat?
Our veterinarians care for dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets, reptiles, birds, and small farm animals. Some services require specific veterinarian expertise.
Do you offer after-hours emergency care?
Emergency services are available during regular operating hours. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend contacting a 24-hour specialty clinic.
What holistic treatment options exist?
We provide acupuncture, herbal medicine, and laser therapy as complementary treatments for chronic conditions and pain management.
Are there multi-pet discounts available?
Yes, we offer discounted services for households with multiple pets. Contact us for pre-approval and specific pricing details.
Reviews (6)
Sean Comp
Nov 02, 2021
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This place is great. Been to a couple of other places but find this to have the best care and reasonable prices for services.
Kitty Cat
Oct 18, 2021
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They broke my dogs back! I went in for some skin treatment and they had to do some checkup on him. When i asked if i should go in with them, they didnt let me. My dog came out looking rough and ever his halter also broke. He has had back problem ever since that day! I am blaming myself everyday for didnt go in when they did stuff to him. Now i have to deal with life long broke back problem.
Luis Valentin
Oct 06, 2021
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We took our cat in because he was throwing up every morning. And the Dr. Told us to use over the counter medicine and it worked.so far so good .
Kevin Reynolds
Aug 18, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
The staff is absolutely the best I have encountered. And the Doctors go out of their way to inform, and give great care. Worth every penny I spend there on help and products. Can not find a better place for my two Ridgebacks.
The staff is absolutely the best I have encountered. And the Doctors go out of their way to inform, and give great care. Worth every penny I spend there on help and products. Can not find a better place for my two Ridgebacks.
Debra Dalton
Aug 02, 2021
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Loving caring and make you feel like family they take very good care of our animals. There goal is to make our pets better and prevent them from further problems
Jean Lewis
Jul 21, 2021
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Wonderful vet service; professional and caring staff; very reasonable pricing for all your pet's needs. Took care of both our cats for their entire lives - one lived to almost 16 and the other 18+ years!!!
