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Westside Veterinary Center is an independent, AAHA-accredited veterinary practice on Manhattan's Upper West Side that has served New York City and surrounding areas since 1985. It provides medical, dental, and surgical care for dogs, cats, birds, pocket pets, and exotic pets. If you are looking for a private (non-corporate) practice in Manhattan for routine or specialty pet care, this is the type of clinic to consider; if you need a service not listed on its site, call (212) 580-1800 to confirm availability before booking.
Who the Practice Is
The site describes Westside Veterinary Center as one of the few private practices in NYC—owned, managed, and operated by the people working there every day, rather than a corporation. It states the practice is proud to remain independent amid ongoing corporate consolidation in veterinary medicine. It is AAHA-accredited and has operated since 1985.
Services Listed on the Site
The practice lists a broad range of services across three patient groups:
| Category | Services listed |
|---|---|
| Small animal | Wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, spay and neuter, orthopedic surgery, advanced digital X-rays, ultrasound, in-house laboratory, onsite diagnostics, allergy testing, heartworm prevention and treatment, flea and tick treatment, parasite prevention, microchipping, nutritional counseling, pain management, geriatric care, acupuncture, health certificates, pharmacy, boarding, emergency and urgent care, puppy and kitten care |
| Pocket pets | Pocket pet services |
| Birds and exotics | Bird services, exotic pet services |
The site also links to an online pharmacy and a client education library, and includes international travel information.
Contacting and Booking
- Phone: (212) 580-1800 — the site invites new clients to call to discuss care.
- New clients: The site has a dedicated New Clients section and welcomes new clients.
- Appointments: An online appointment request form is available ("Request an Appointment"), alongside directions and an office tour.
- Existing clients: A client portal login is provided for current clients.
The site does not publish pricing, so cost questions are best directed to the practice by phone.
What to Expect as a New Client
The site states that everyone at the practice is considered a leader and an integral member of the health care team, and that the team's responsibility is to make each visit a positive experience for both pet and owner. Before your first visit, confirm which services apply to your animal—especially for birds, pocket pets, or exotic pets—and whether urgent care is available when you need it.