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How To Give My Pet An Exam
By examining your dog in the comfort of your home where he is most relaxed, you can get accurate, stress free information that is critical to a veterinarian’s understanding of your pet’s health. Learn these ten focus points of your dog’s body and what information is most important to a veterinarian, then prepare your dog for the most enjoyable, relaxed examination of his life!
Veterinary Care During COVID-19 Outbreak: Animal Medical Announces Changes
In compliance with the New York State On Pause Executive Order, Animal Medical is limiting our care to patients that are sick, injured, in pain, near end of life, or having an emergency. If your pet needs vaccines, or his or her annual exam at this time, please use the form below to reschedule your pets appointment for some time in May.
COVID-19 And Pets: Helpful information
After a dog in Hong Kong tested positive for the corona virus, COVID-19, we’ve had several questions about pets as a possible source of infection. Here are the facts, as we know them.
Remains Point To 30,000-Year-Old Human-Animal Bond
Newly uncovered, 30,000 year old fossils provide further evidence that dogs were man’s first domesticated animals.
Is Spaying And Neutering Bad For My Pet?
On September 3rd, 2019, the NY Times published an Op-Ed piece by Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist who studies dogs. In the article, Horowitz argues that we have created a culture where we are desexing dogs and cats to conform to our way of living without paying enough attention to the health implications of our actions. The article is causing quite a stir amongst pet owners and veterinary professionals alike.
How To Stop Your Dog Digging Up your Flower Bed
Sure you can fence your flowers in or space wooden stakes throughout the bed, but who wants to do all of that!?
Animal Medical of New City Treated Koko, the Gorilla
Where Are All The Bugs and Bats?
View the results of a survey that we conducted of the people that live in our area. Nearly all report a decline in seeing important species.
With a Name Like Smuckers, it has to be…GROSS!
Class Action lawsuit cites proof that Smuckers-owned company sold pet food contaminated with euthanasia solution.
Animal Hoarding: A mental illness with devastating consequences
Often lampooned as ‘crazy cat ladies’, animal hoarders are no laughing matter. They are psychologically disturbed individuals whose behavior hurts the animals that they possess, their community, and themselves. Animal hoarders have a near 100% recidivism rate and cost municipalities tens of thousands of dollars per case.
Arsenic Saved This Dog
On a remote, Caribbean island, a stray dog is rescued, but only a trip to the U.S., 4 months of special treatments, and 3 doses of arsenic keep her from dying.
Raising Backyard Chickens: Animal Medical of New City is Crowing ‘Why Not’?
Adoption in Rockland County
Take Two Dogs And Call Me in the Morning
Going for the Gold!
Dr. Howard Gittelman Diagnosed with Lyme Disease
Though I’ve heard lots of stories of people contracting Lyme disease, I never quite understood how a person could have a tick on him or her and not notice it. Then one day, I woke up with a strange rash on my chest…
Veterinary Emergency Group New To the New City Area
Dining with Your Dog In New York City? It Could Happen Soon!
Flea Product For Dogs: Bravecto is safe, effective, and comes in a pill!
Reorder Your Flea and Tick Treatments Online…at Our Pharmacy!
Humor
Veterinary Hospital Treats a “Tribble”
by Bash Halow | 24 October 2017 | Humor | 0 Comments
Animal Medical of New City treats earth’s first ‘Tribble’, a genetically modified organism developed by Dr. Albert Elaboro Fibb at the Weiss Research Center of Cornell University
Stony Point Residents Say Veterinarian Discovered Sasquatch
by Bash Halow | 30 March 2017 | Humor | 0 Comments
Night of terror leads to authenticated video footage. New City Veterinarian, Howard Gittelman fails at attempt to safely sedate and control the animal.
No Bowl Feeding System …didn’t go exactly as I had planned…
by Bash Halow | 20 October 2016 | Humor | 0 Comments
Gold Level Feline Friendly Practice Owner, Howard Gittelman decided to try the NoBowl Feeding System to keep his cat, Gary, stimulated and engaged. He kept a diary of his progress, but it didn’t quite turn out as planned.
Pet Food Recipes and Nutrition
Make Your Own Dog Treats! Holiday Cookies for Your Pet!
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Tis the season for giving….and cookies! So let’s not forget our furry friends. Here at Animal Medical of New City, we decided to celebrate the season by making yummy homemade, healthy, cookies packed with fall flavors such as pumpkin, apples, sweet potatoes and...
Thanksgiving Treats You Can Share with Your Pets!
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By Dr. Justine A. Lee, DVM, DACVECC As Thanksgiving approaches, accidental poisonings often occur in dogs (and less commonly cats) – that’s because they often get into the delectable human foods while table or counter-surfing! To be safe, make sure to keep your dog...
The Truth About Pet Food
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Americans have become increasing concerned about the source of their food, what its made of, and how it's processed. Fad diets have become all the rage and consumers have become easy targets for marketing hype, exaggerated and unsubstantiated claims of miraculous...
Healthy Living
Chat GPT Versus Animal Medical: Who is the better vet?
by Bash Halow | 26 February 2023 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
ChatGPT is an artificial intelligence tool that allows you to have a conversational exchange with a chatbot. We decided to test its veterinary knowledge against the doctors that work at Animal Medical of New City to see how accurate this powerful computing tool could be when answering cat and dog medical questions.
How To Feed Santa’s Reindeer: Veterinarian answers FAQs
by Bash Halow | 24 December 2022 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Reproduction in Dogs FAQs
by Bash Halow | 15 November 2022 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
How To Tell If My Cat Has Arthritis
by Bash Halow | 18 October 2022 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Arthritis is a common issue in older cats, though the signs are not always clear. If you have a cat that’s 8 or more years old, here’s how you can identify if he has arthritis and what you can do to make him feel better.
How To Encourage My Dog To Eat
by Bash Halow | 12 November 2021 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Is It Cool To Get My Dog High?
by Bash Halow | 8 May 2021 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Dr. Howard Gittleman takes a hit off a question that’s been giving the web a buzz for some time.
50,000 Meow Check Up Plus Apple AirTag
by Bash Halow | 26 April 2021 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Can’t find your cat? Be entered to win 1 of 10 free AirTags when you schedule your cat’s comprehensive, physical examination at Animal Medical of New City.
Tips on Streamlining Your Pet’s Curbside Care
by Bash Halow | 18 April 2021 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Veterinarian Takes Issue With Seresto Article
by Bash Halow | 14 March 2021 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
The Animal Medical of New City Medical Direct is particularly vexed by an unsubstantiated report that says Seresto collars kill pets. Read how he believes we should respond to reporting that seems spurious.
How To Stop Pet’s From Stealing Each Other’s Food
by Bash Halow | 15 November 2020 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
New electronic SureFeed microchip feeders prevent one pet from stealing another’s food. They also keep food fresher and reduce waste. Find out more about these easy-to-use systems that work with your pet’s existing microchip or collar ID to control portions and stop other household pets from raiding the bowl.
How Do I Clean My Pet’s Ears?
by Bash Halow | 9 November 2020 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Cleaning your pet’s ears is easy provided you know what you’re doing and you have the right tools. Let’s get started.
How To Give My Pet An Exam
by Bash Halow | 8 October 2020 | Healthy Pets, Hospital News | 0 Comments
By examining your dog in the comfort of your home where he is most relaxed, you can get accurate, stress free information that is critical to a veterinarian’s understanding of your pet’s health. Learn these ten focus points of your dog’s body and what information is most important to a veterinarian, then prepare your dog for the most enjoyable, relaxed examination of his life!
A Man of Faith, A Person Who Loved: 3 reasons why Congressman John Lewis was the real deal
by Bash Halow | 26 July 2020 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
John Lewis, ‘The Conscious of Congress’, grew up in segregated Alabama, toiled as a youth picking cotton, and experienced firsthand the injustices of racism, yet his inimitable humanity, capacity for love, and bravery triumphed.
Animal Medical of New City Releases Statement On Covid19 and Pets
by Bash Halow | 25 April 2020 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
In the wake of news by the United States Department of Agriculture and Center for Disease Control that two New York household cats tested positive for the Covid19 virus, Animal Medical has released the following statement to pet owners.
Annual April Fool’s Gag. Which Story Is Real?
by Bash Halow | 30 March 2020 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Every year we like to pull a fast one on our clients during April fools. In the past there have been fibs about treating Star Trek Tribbles, sighting Sasquatch near Bear Mountain, and others. This year, we thought it might be inappropriate to play a trick given the current headlines, but we appreciated the value of a bit of fun and levity. So we came up with a plan.
COVID-19 And Pets: Helpful information
by Bash Halow | 4 March 2020 | Healthy Pets, Hospital News | 0 Comments
After a dog in Hong Kong tested positive for the corona virus, COVID-19, we’ve had several questions about pets as a possible source of infection. Here are the facts, as we know them.
Remains Point To 30,000-Year-Old Human-Animal Bond
by Bash Halow | 28 February 2020 | Healthy Pets, Hospital News | 0 Comments
Newly uncovered, 30,000 year old fossils provide further evidence that dogs were man’s first domesticated animals.
Are Raw Diets Good For My Dog or Cat?
by Bash Halow | 20 October 2019 | Healthy Pets, Pet Nutrition | 0 Comments
Veterinarian, Dr. Howard Gittelman of Animal Medical of New City, explains everything pet owners need to know about raw diets for dogs and cats. Is it okay to feed my dog or cat a raw diet? The answer…
What Should I Do If My Pet Is Lost?
by Bash Halow | 25 September 2019 | Healthy Pets | 0 Comments
Is Spaying And Neutering Bad For My Pet?
by Bash Halow | 4 September 2019 | Healthy Pets, Hospital News | 0 Comments
On September 3rd, 2019, the NY Times published an Op-Ed piece by Alexandra Horowitz, a cognitive scientist who studies dogs. In the article, Horowitz argues that we have created a culture where we are desexing dogs and cats to conform to our way of living without paying enough attention to the health implications of our actions. The article is causing quite a stir amongst pet owners and veterinary professionals alike.
Oral Health and Dentistry
Does Dental Hygiene Really Matter: Dr. Gittelman Interview
Our regular clients have heard us discuss the importance of regular dentistry for our pets many times, but with National Pet Dental Health Month coming up in February, we thought we would share this interview that Dr. Howard Gittelman did for the national industry...
My Pet Has a Broken Tooth What Should I Do?
Dental Trauma: Fractured Teeth, Prevention and Treatment As conscientious dog owners we appreciate the importance of playing with our pets and providing opportunity for exercise. Equipped with four legs but no opposable thumbs, a dog's mouth becomes an...
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