North Shore Animal Center

Our Story

North Shore Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1931 on Vernon Valley Road in Northport, NY, by Dr. Arthur Fredericks upon his graduation from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. In the '30s, Dr. Fredericks spent his early years as a farm veterinarian, caring for all types of animals. In the early 1930s, people traveled on dirt roads via horse and buggy. Penicillin had not yet been invented and old wooden crates were used to house pets. Food scraps were collected from local restaurants to feed them, and boarding was only 25 cents a day. Dr. Fredericks continued his veterinary career for the next 60 years, becoming a well-respected 'character' in the local community.

With over 90 years of experience, our goal at North Shore Veterinary Hospital is to continue our tradition of offering family values and quality medicine while we strive to provide each client with the most comprehensive, cutting-edge and compassionate veterinary care available. Our highly trained staff is here to listen to your concerns, offer outstanding service, and provide you with the necessary information to keep the four-legged members of your family healthy and happy.

Meet The Team

Our devoted team strives to ensure that your pet experiences comfort and relaxation during their stay with us. We are a group of passionate people who love animals, and we understand the importance of maintaining the health and well-being of your beloved pets. Our team is committed to providing you and your pet with the highest level of care and compassion.

Testimonials

"Dr. Fredericks is an amazing vet! My two dobies love him and his staff. Always kind and thorough." - Carol M.

"The doctors and staff are efficient and very compassionate. We always felt that they were sincerely concerned about our dog. When he passed, they reached out to us offering their love and support. They feel like family." - Margaret D.

"Honest, knowledgeable, considerated, and professional; that is a perfect description of the veterinarians, vet assistants, and office staff. More than 3 years taking excellent care of our beloved best friend. Thank you so much guys." - Anonymous

Services

At North Shore Veterinary Hospital, we understand that your pet is a part of your family. That's why we offer a wide variety of services to ensure that your pet stays healthy and happy. Whether your pet needs to get their vaccinations or needs to be groomed, we have you covered. Our services include dental care, bathing and grooming, endoscopy diagnostics, laser therapy, nutritional counseling, parasite prevention and control, surgery, hospice and euthanasia services, and boarding.

Our experience and commitment to excellence have made us a trusted name in the community. We strive to provide the highest level of care for your pets and ensure that you are completely satisfied with our services.