How does Animal Specialty Center handle emergency pet admissions?

Pet owners should contact the hospital or come directly if their pet experiences a medical emergency. Calling ahead is recommended for preparation. Upon arrival, pets are triaged by an emergency technician to assess the urgency of their condition, and patients are seen in order of critical status.

How often do pet owners receive updates when their pet is hospitalized at Animal Specialty Center?

When a pet is hospitalized, the veterinarian will contact the owner at least twice daily with medical updates, typically between 9 and 11 a.m. after medical rounds. Owners can also call the hospital for a "Comfort Check," which is a status update provided by a veterinary technician.

How can a pet owner arrange a cardiology consultation at Animal Specialty Center?

Pet owners who believe their pet could benefit from a consultation with a board-certified cardiologist should speak with their primary care veterinarian about a referral. Alternatively, they can call the Animal Specialty Center directly to inquire about services.

What types of conditions does the Neurology department at Animal Specialty Center treat?

The Veterinary Neurologists at Animal Specialty Center treat conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. They are available to assist with a range of neurological issues in pets.

Animal Specialty Center

Animal Specialty Center is a general practice practice in Yonkers, NY, staffed by 6 DACVIM-credentialed specialists. Procedures include Neurosurgery, 24/7 emergency care, Soft tissue surgical interventions, and Triage.

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About

Animal Specialty Center in Yonkers, NY, is a 16,000 square-foot 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital. The hospital provides expert and compassionate 24/7 emergency care, alongside high-quality medical and surgical care. Their team includes board-certified veterinary specialists, emergency doctors, licensed veterinary nurses, and veterinary assistants. Specialties offered include Neurology, Surgery, Cardiology, Dermatology, Emergency, Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology, and Radiation Oncology.

The hospital has been serving pets and pet owners for over 14 years. It serves the tri-state area, specifically Westchester and Rockland Counties, Manhattan, Bronx, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut. For hospitalized pets, the in-patient wing is designed for comfort with individual suites, muted colors, soft lighting, relaxing music, and calming pheromones. Veterinarians provide medical updates at least twice daily.

Surgical team

Gabrielle Angelo

DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Emily Bien

DVM
Giovanni Diaz

DVM
Giavanna Gaymon

DVM
Jonathan C. Goodwin

DVM, MS, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Sarah Gutierrez

DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)
Brianne Karten

DVM
Samantha Keat

DVM
Amanda Lawler

DVM, Practice Limited to Cardiology
JP McCue

DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Neurology)
Dayle McClintock

VMD
Alexandra Sahora-Andrews

DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Carly Sullivan

DVM
Kari Rosen

DVM, DACVR
Helen Tsoi

DVM
Michelle Weng

DVM
Victoria Wu

DVM, MANZCVSEmergency
Lidia Pallo

DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

Dr. Pallo brings advanced expertise, a thoughtful approach to complex cases, and a strong commitment to collaborative care.
Cecilia Hawana

LVT
Dani Hall

LVT

Procedures

Neurosurgery
24/7 emergency care
Soft tissue surgical interventions
Triage
Cardiology services

Equipment

Blankets
Donut beds
Feliway
Mattresses
Pillows
Adaptil

Photos

Photos via Google · Angelique Swan, Jimmy Pang, Elizabeth Angiolillo, Ferdinand Paul Nieves, Michele Capozzi

Frequently asked questions

How does Animal Specialty Center handle emergency pet admissions?: Pet owners should contact the hospital or come directly if their pet experiences a medical emergency. Calling ahead is recommended for preparation. Upon arrival, pets are triaged by an emergency technician to assess the urgency of their condition, and patients are seen in order of critical status.
How often do pet owners receive updates when their pet is hospitalized at Animal Specialty Center?: When a pet is hospitalized, the veterinarian will contact the owner at least twice daily with medical updates, typically between 9 and 11 a.m. after medical rounds. Owners can also call the hospital for a "Comfort Check," which is a status update provided by a veterinary technician.
How can a pet owner arrange a cardiology consultation at Animal Specialty Center?: Pet owners who believe their pet could benefit from a consultation with a board-certified cardiologist should speak with their primary care veterinarian about a referral. Alternatively, they can call the Animal Specialty Center directly to inquire about services.
What amenities are provided for hospitalized pets at Animal Specialty Center?: For hospitalized pets, the in-patient wing offers individual suites designed for comfort. These suites feature muted colors, soft lighting, relaxing music, and calming pheromones such as Feliway and Adaptil. Amenities like mattresses, blankets, pillows, and donut beds are also provided to accommodate pets.
What types of conditions does the Neurology department at Animal Specialty Center treat?: The Veterinary Neurologists at Animal Specialty Center treat conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, and muscles. They are available to assist with a range of neurological issues in pets.

Contact & hours

Address

9 Odell Plaza
Yonkers

Phone

(914) 457-4000

Website

animalspecialtycenter.com

4.2 · 1547 Google reviews

Recent reviews

3 months ago

Michele Capozzi

The staff is so welcoming and helpful. Dr. Karten was so nice and explained the whole situation about my dog (my grandpup) and how procedure would be performed. Went home with discharge papers about recovery from procedure and explained the treatment plan. I know my dog is in good hands here and it gives me hope we made so many friends with Dog parents there and the poor dogs that are sick there my dog has made friends with Hudson and others, and we can’t forget Mia who sits at the front desk and welcomes us with a little bark ❤️ I feel the love & hope . It comforted me !
2 months ago

Jennifer Gomez

I contacted Animal Specialty Center regarding euthanasia services for my son’s dog, who is terminally ill. This is an incredibly painful decision for our family. Just this past Friday, I was there and paid close to $4,000 for diagnostics and care. The hospital has my dog’s full medical history, weight, diagnosis, and condition on file. When I called to ask for an estimate for the euthanasia procedure, I was told they could not provide pricing because “it depends on many different things.” When I asked what those things were, I was told it depends on the dog’s weight, condition, and what he would need at that moment. I explained that they already have all of that information from our recent visit. Despite this, the representative continued to refuse to provide even a general estimate. When families call about end-of-life care, they are grieving. At minimum, there should be transparency and compassion. Instead, the conversation felt dismissive and unnecessarily complicated. After spending thousands of dollars at this facility, I expected clearer communication and a more humane approach during such a sensitive time. The lack of transparency after such a significant financial investment was extremely disappointing.
4 months ago

Cynthia Delapaz

I love this place every one there love what they do and it shows. From the time I walked in with my dog Cosmo I was welcomed and respected by every staff member there. My Cosmo was originally Dxed with syringomyelia by Whieplains animal hospital, but MRI ( Very expensive) but the financial team worked with me, and it showed differently with ASC; Dr Gutierrez discovered he has a devated disc (C3) in his spine; she then took her next step to treat him for his Excursiating pain it hurt for him to walk. He is know a happy dog pain free. I knew my dog was in good hands once I left him there for 6 hours. Animal specialty told me the entire time he's here you can call as much as you want don't worry about being a bother your baby is here. I ❤️ ALL of you andnI can't stress it out enough. I would highly recommend the place for your fur babies. You can take you family member in for ER and they'll treat it as such.

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2 months ago

KO

My dog Lulu had radiation treatment here for her nasal carcinoma with Dr. Rosen and Dr. Karten. They are both second to none. The staff is also lovely and welcoming (special shout-outs to Karina and Victoria!) This is exactly the environment we needed during a rough time. Lulu had a follow up with them this week and she is doing really well! I am grateful for the care, compassion and patience they have shown to her and her very nervous mom. I live in Brooklyn and chose ASC over Animal Medical Center in Manhattan. Making the multiple hour trips is well worth it for the personal attention and the outpouring of love they show for my girl. I just love them. Full stop.
2 months ago

2 Schnauzer Mama

My puppy was in great pain with an obvious hind leg problem. She was seen by the neurologist, Dr Sarah Gutierrez. She is excellent. Maggie was given pain meds, placed on IV fluids & remained overnight. She was seen by the orthopedic surgeon, Dr Tsio the next morning. She was excellent too. Great team! They listened and clearly explained everything to me. Maggie was diagnosed with a pulled/strained leg muscle that went into the groin. She was released the next day with meds and at home care instructions. All the doctors, technicians and the reception staff were professional, knowledgeable, helpful, caring, & very friendly. My Maggie received excellent care and a lot of love. I highly recommend Yonker's Animal Speciality Center.

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