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Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Port Washington, NY
North Shore Animal League America operates as a multi-faceted veterinary and pet wellness facility dedicated to providing high-quality care for pets. Our state-of-the-art hospital in Port Washington, NY, offers comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and wellness services using advanced technologies and treatment modalities. Accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), we maintain rigorous standards for veterinary excellence, with a team of 19 skilled veterinarians and expert caregivers serving over 200 pets daily.Our facility includes the Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center, Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center, and Freed Special Recovery Center, forming a complete circle of care for pets regardless of their adoption origin. Every visit supports our no-kill mission, directing proceeds toward rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned animals. We combine compassionate care with affordability, offering services like vaccinations, microchipping, orthopedic surgery, and alternative therapies while maintaining 365-day availability for urgent cases.
Services
Veterinary Medical Services
Wellness Exams
Surgical Services
Dental Care
Orthopedic Surgery
Spay/Neuter Clinic
Ultrasonography
Blood Testing
X-Rays
Physical Therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer AAHA-accredited veterinary care meeting 900+ industry standards
- Our 19 veterinarians provide 24/7 emergency services 365 days annually
- State-of-the-art facility includes digital radiology, ultrasound, and dental suite
- Proceeds from care directly support our no-kill animal rescue mission
- Specialized services include orthopedic surgery, acupuncture, and hydrotherapy
Associations and certifications
- American Animal Hospital Association
What people say
Unfailingly kind staff
Compassion and dedication
Kept updated on condition
Caring and professional
Perfect recovery achieved
Services
Veterinary Medical Services
Our hospital provides comprehensive medical care including diagnostics, hospitalization, and treatment for sick/injured pets. Services feature digital radiography, ultrasound, bloodwork analysis, and endoscopic procedures. With 19 veterinarians and advanced equipment, we handle complex cases requiring specialized attention and round-the-clock monitoring.
Wellness Exams
Annual wellness exams detect early health issues through physical assessments, vaccination protocols, and preventive treatments. Our Don and Karen LaRocca Wellness Center offers core vaccines, microchipping, nutritional counseling, and geriatric care to maintain optimal pet health while supporting our animal rescue mission.
Surgical Services
Advanced surgical procedures include spay/neuter operations, soft tissue surgeries, orthopedic interventions, and endoscopic treatments. Our surgical suite features laparoscopic equipment and 24/7 monitoring by licensed technicians to ensure safe anesthesia administration and post-operative recovery.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services cover cleanings, extractions, oral surgery, and radiography under general anesthesia. Following AAHA guidelines, we use intubation for patient safety while treating periodontal disease that could otherwise lead to systemic health complications like heart or kidney disease.
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialized orthopedic care addresses joint conditions, fractures, and mobility issues through surgical corrections and rehabilitation. Our services combine advanced imaging, surgical interventions using plates/pins, and post-operative therapies like hydrotherapy to restore pets' active lifestyles.
People
Dr. Mark Verdino
Senior Vice President & Chief of Veterinary Staff
Dr. Verdino leads our veterinary team with extensive experience in animal medicine and shelter care. He oversees medical operations across our three specialized facilities while advocating for animal welfare through our no-kill mission.
Questions
What veterinary specialties do you offer?
We provide medical, surgical, dental, wellness, orthopedic, and emergency care with advanced diagnostics, digital imaging, and specialized treatment modalities under AAHA-accredited standards.
Are you open for emergency pet care?
Our hospital operates 365 days annually with emergency services available during regular business hours and phone consultations accessible Sundays from 9AM-5PM.
How does your care support animal rescue?
Every dollar spent on pet care directly funds our no-kill mission, supporting rescue operations, animal rehabilitation, and adoption programs for homeless pets.
What wellness services do you provide?
Our wellness center offers vaccinations, microchipping, nutritional counseling, geriatric care, and preventive treatments following AAHA guidelines for comprehensive pet health maintenance.
Do you accept pet insurance?
We partner with Fetch Pet Insurance for coverage options that include exam fees, dental treatments, chronic condition management, and alternative therapies like acupuncture.
Reviews (5)
Jeanine Briefel
Dec 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Two years ago, I fostered and then adopted two cats. My experience with NSALA has only been positive. They are professional, care very much for the pet's health and well being, and are proactive. The only drawback is that they are so much in demand, it is often hard to get through on the phone or make an appointment.
Two years ago, I fostered and then adopted two cats. My experience with NSALA has only been positive. They are professional, care very much for the pet's health and well being, and are proactive. The only drawback is that they are so much in demand, it is often hard to get through on the phone or make an appointment.
Tong Zhang
Dec 05, 2021
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My little toy poodle Mimi is one year old now. She's never walked or run with her right hind leg after visiting the pet doctor in this summer. Before we sent her to see the doctor, she can run and walk with that leg. But the problem was that she often lifted it up and reluctantly to use it. We knew she might feel painful if she used it because she always kept this leg up since she was born. We went to see the doctor at North Shore Animal League America in Port Washington in hoping to help Mimi. But after the examination by the doctor (we don't know what the doctor did on Mimi's leg), we were told
Scarlett T.
Dec 04, 2021
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I WILL NOT BE RETURNING! My dog has gotten his annual check-up at this location for many years and I have never had any issues with staff. They have always treated me with decency, behaved professionally and have been informative. I am someone that is constantly doing research but am still learning about my dog. I always try to do the best that I can for my dog and he is very healthy. He is my first and only dog. Unfortunately due to a lack of knowledge/experience I did not know that I was doing something that could potentially cause my dog harm down the road, when the doctor saw us, instead of
Donald Allocca
Nov 24, 2021
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Took my cat Louie whom I adopted through NSAL for his neutering.There were no long lines and the vet went over everything with me, and answered all my concerns.I dropped him off at 7:30 and picked him up at 2:00. He was handed back to me and was thoroughly instructed on his aftercare.The time I spent dropping and picking him up was around 15 minutes total. Made a not so pleasant experience very doable. Thank you!
Joseph Zappa
Oct 02, 2021
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I've adopted several pets from North Shore Animal League and all have become well-loved members of my family. The care provided by North Shore is professional, the staff are thoughtful and the doctors are so easy to speak with: they have always been available to discuss my pets condition and the most appropriate treatment. Highly recommend North Shore for adoptions and subsequent care.
