Petsville® Blog
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Oct 14 2022
Celebrating Veterinary Technicians Week
National Veterinary Technician Week, first celebrated in 1993, takes place the third week of October every year, and provides an opportunity to recognize the vital role our veterinary technicians play in ensuring the animals in our care receive the best possible medical care.
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Aug 11 2022
Microchip Your Pet Month
Microchipping your dog or cat can greatly increase the chances that they will be reunited with you if they are ever lost or stolen. In honor of Microchip Your Pet Month, here is some helpful information to understand more about the procedure and how it can help bring your best friend home.
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Jul 14 2022
Only the Best in Care for Your Pet at Our Pet Health Centers
When you bring your dog or cat to North Shore Animal League America’s Pet Health Centers — consisting of the Alex and Elisabeth Lewyt Veterinary Medical Center, Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center, and the Freed Special Recovery Center — you can be assured that they are in the best hands possible. That’s because we are proud to be accredited through the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Fewer than 15% of animal hospitals in the U.S. hold this distinction.
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Jan 04 2022
COVID-19 UPDATE
As we continue to follow the constantly evolving Coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, the well-being of our clients, staff, and patients is our top priority. We continue to follow the CDC and local government guidelines and regulations. Therefore, please take a moment to read the changes to the hours and policies at our Pet Health centers.
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Jul 29 2020
Summer Pet Safety Tips When Using Curbside Services
As we continue to serve our pet-loving community during this difficult time, our Pet Health Centers are continuing with curbside service at both the Alex Lewyt Medical Center and the Don and Karen LaRocca Wellness Center. As always, the health of your pet is our greatest concern. With temperatures spiking in these hot summer months we would like to offer these helpful tips to help keep cool while using our curbside services.
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Oct 25 2018
November is Senior Pet Health Awareness Month
In honor of Senior Pet Health Awareness Month, if you schedule a Senior Wellness Exam at our Pet Health Centers during the month of November you will receive 10% off a Senior Comprehensive Blood Panel.*
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Sep 17 2018
October is National Pet Obesity Awareness Month
During the month of October North Shore Animal League America Pet Health Centers is offering $10 off nutritional consultations for your pet, and 10% off any special diets that might be prescribed. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (516) 883-2000 or email us at phc@animalleague.org.*
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Aug 21 2018
September is Spay/Neuter Your Pet Month
North Shore Animal League America Pet Health Centers is promoting the importance of spaying or neutering your pet by having a special discount during the month of September. Pet owners that take their pet for a pre-spay/neuter exam will receive $10.00 off the exam fee as well as 10% off the blood work required for the procedure.
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Aug 21 2018
National Lost Pet Prevention Month
We all adore our four-legged friends and could not imagine losing one of them. They are members of our family and we love them beyond what words can express. Sadly, pets get lost or stolen every day. In fact, two million pets are abducted or lost each year. As owners, we must be vigilant and conscious of our pet’s well-being and safety.
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Aug 14 2018
Acupuncture Now Available at Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center
At North Shore Animal League America we believe that a healthy pet is a happy pet. That’s why we urge all pet parents to ensure their beloved four-legged friend is always in good health by taking advantage of some of the cutting edge services we offer inside our Don and Karen LaRocca Pet Wellness Center. One of those exciting, new services is the addition of acupuncture.
