What kind of facility is Long Island Veterinary Specialists?

Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital that has been operating since 1998. It features a state-of-the-art facility and a team of nationally recognized specialists.

What animals does Long Island Veterinary Specialists treat for emergency care?

Long Island Veterinary Specialists is equipped to handle emergencies for dogs, cats, and all exotic animals, including birds, rabbits, reptiles, and other pocket pets.

Is Long Island Veterinary Specialists accredited?

Yes, Long Island Veterinary Specialists is an AAHA-accredited hospital. This means it has regularly passed onsite evaluations based on over 900 standards of veterinary care and is committed to continuous improvement.

What should a pet owner do if their pet has an emergency after hours?

For after-hours emergencies, pet owners should call Long Island Veterinary Specialists or come directly to the hospital, as no appointment is necessary for emergencies.

Long Island Veterinary Specialists

Long Island Veterinary Specialists is a general practice practice in Plainview, NY. Procedures include Dermatology, Cardiology, Ophthalmology, and Oncology.

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About

Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is a 24/7 emergency, trauma, and specialty animal hospital located in Plainview, NY. It is equipped with a 30,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility and staffed by nationally recognized specialists. LIVS offers a wide range of specialty services, including Cardiology, Dermatology, Integrative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, and Surgery, along with a fully equipped Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

As an AAHA-accredited hospital, LIVS provides care for dogs, cats, and exotic animals, including birds, rabbits, reptiles, and other pocket pets. It serves pet owners and referring veterinarians in Plainview, Hicksville, Bethpage, New York City, and surrounding areas, often receiving referrals from farther away due to its reputation for care.

Procedures

Dermatology
Cardiology
Ophthalmology
Oncology
Emergency & Critical Care
Rehabilitation
Internal Medicine
Surgery
Integrative Medicine
Trauma services
Neurology

Equipment

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Frequently asked questions

What kind of facility is Long Island Veterinary Specialists?: Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS) is a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital that has been operating since 1998. It features a state-of-the-art facility and a team of nationally recognized specialists.
What types of specialty services are available at Long Island Veterinary Specialists?: Long Island Veterinary Specialists offers services across various disciplines, including Cardiology, Dermatology, Integrative Medicine, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Rehabilitation, and Surgery.
What animals does Long Island Veterinary Specialists treat for emergency care?: Long Island Veterinary Specialists is equipped to handle emergencies for dogs, cats, and all exotic animals, including birds, rabbits, reptiles, and other pocket pets.
Is Long Island Veterinary Specialists accredited?: Yes, Long Island Veterinary Specialists is an AAHA-accredited hospital. This means it has regularly passed onsite evaluations based on over 900 standards of veterinary care and is committed to continuous improvement.
What should a pet owner do if their pet has an emergency after hours?: For after-hours emergencies, pet owners should call Long Island Veterinary Specialists or come directly to the hospital, as no appointment is necessary for emergencies.

Contact & hours

Address

163 S Service Rd
Plainview

Phone

(516) 501-1700

Website

livs.org

4.2 · 1613 Google reviews

Recent reviews

2 months ago

Jacob

Update : we did have a second trip back from complications (not at all related to what they did, more so because of our guinea pigs age) The techs were understanding, empathetic and showed a lot of love and care for her. The vet Dr made sure he was prepared and in full communication with the exotic vet on staff thru it all and he handled it all with professionalism and compassion. When we had to make the tough call to help put her to sleep, every staff member was extremely supportive and we appreciate it all during this tough time. Great staff, so nice from the front desk To the tech coming to greet us and get more info and the Dr as well! We are beyond grateful for the team here. We brought our elderly guinea pig in for an emergency visit tonight and the whole team was amazing! They were extremely thorough and compassionate. Not only did they diagnose the issue right away (bladder stones) but they also were able to remove them without any surgery which was unexpected! Words can’t express how happy we are to have our girl back home with us the same night. Thank you to all the staff on, we would absolutely come back here in the future. They also make the waiting area as comfortable as possible with fresh coffee and hot chocolate and vending machines, every little thing helps when your sitting worrying about your baby! Thank you a million times over!
2 months ago

Marc Gleicher, Technology Trustworthy

Absolutely amazing. They were there for us and most importantly our feather-baby Orion in his time of need. The facility is beautiful and the staff was very caring and kind. Everyone we interacted with was compassionate and helped us feel much more comfortable than when we arrived. Orion will be ok - thanks to these fine folks. And not that it matters, but the emergency fees were very reasonable and less than I expected - Not that I cared about the money at that point.
3 months ago

Natale Cardino

Long Island Veterinary Specialists truly gave me peace of mind during an incredibly stressful time with my dog, Micky. Under the leadership of Dr. Marino, the entire team went above and beyond in every possible way. They spoke with me every day, explained everything clearly, and treated Micky with genuine love and compassion—not just medical care. The staff is exceptional, kind, and supportive, and you can feel how much they truly care about the animals and their families. I will always be grateful for the dedication, communication, and heart they showed us. I couldn’t recommend Long Island Veterinary Specialists more highly.

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4 months ago

Daniela Barrera

I had a really good experience here. I brought my brother’s dog, Bruno, (dogo argentino) here because my brother was overseas. He was diagnosed with anaplasmosis. Which was very difficult to deal with because he wasn’t even standing up. But these people really care and they are super professional. I know hospitals can be expensive but they know what they are doing and you can rest assured that your pet will be in great hands. Every morning and evening we received updates from the doctor via phone while Bruno was there for 3 days. There was one night that they couldn’t get through to us because the Verizon lines were down; they ended up emailing us with an update, which was nice. They also bathed him. Hands down great hospital and lovely staff 🤍
2 months ago

V T

I cannot express enough gratitude for Dr Michael Selmer and his extensive knowledge, empathy and skill in performing a miracle on my 7 year old dog with intervertebral disc disease. My dog was walking very slowly, looked to be in pain, couldn’t handle stairs anymore and had to be pushed in a dog carriage for most of the walks. Dr Selmer’s magic of chiropractic adjustment, acupuncture and cold laser delivered amazing results. My baby was already noticeably better by the third session and back to normal after the sixth. Has not regressed yet. I started to take my other dog (litter mates) for preventative treatment as well.

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