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Your Pet's Health is Our Primary Concern
Central Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care to pets in Westchester County since our founding. As an AAHA-accredited practice, we maintain the highest standards in veterinary medicine through our team of nine experienced veterinarians and advanced diagnostic tools. Our comprehensive services include preventative care, emergency treatment, senior pet care, and surgical procedures, supported by a state-of-the-art in-house laboratory.

We prioritize compassionate care for all pets, from routine checkups to complex medical cases, while actively engaging in community service initiatives. Our commitment to excellence has earned us recognition as one of Newsweek's America's Best Animal Hospitals 2025, with veterinarians consistently voted among the top in Westchester County.
Services
Pet Microchipping Senior Pet Care In-House Laboratory Pet Surgery Wellness Exams Pet Vaccinations Boarding Services Dental Care Flea & Tick Treatment
Highlights and features
  • We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary care with immediate response capabilities
  • Our team includes nine experienced veterinarians with specialized expertise
  • AAHA-accredited facility ensuring industry-leading medical standards
  • Recognized as Newsweek's America's Best Animal Hospitals 2025
  • Personalized care plans developed through thorough diagnostic evaluations
Associations and certifications
  • AAHA
What people say
Exceptional compassion Thorough examinations Same-day results Expert emergency care Lifelong pet focus
Services
Pet Microchipping
Our microchipping service provides permanent identification for pets through RFID technology. The quick injection between shoulder blades creates lifelong traceability, complementing traditional collar tags. Our team ensures registry information remains current for successful reunification. This essential procedure takes just minutes during routine visits or emergencies.
Senior Pet Care
Specialized wellness programs address aging pets' changing needs through bi-annual comprehensive exams. We monitor for common senior conditions like kidney disease and arthritis while adjusting nutrition plans. Diagnostic bloodwork and dental assessments help maintain quality of life for older animals.
In-House Laboratory
On-site diagnostic capabilities enable rapid bloodwork analysis and urinalysis for immediate treatment decisions. Our equipment handles pre-anesthetic screenings, wellness panels, and urgent care diagnostics. Critical results like parvovirus or feline leukemia tests deliver same-day clarity for timely interventions.
Pet Surgery
Comprehensive surgical services include spays/neuters, dental procedures, and emergency trauma care. Patients receive continuous monitoring through EKG and pulse oximetry during operations. Our team handles soft tissue surgeries, foreign body removals, and cancer treatments with post-operative pain management.
Emergency Care
24/7 emergency services address critical conditions like poisoning, respiratory distress, and trauma. Our trained technicians stabilize patients using advanced monitoring equipment while coordinating immediate veterinary intervention. After-hours emergencies receive the same expert care as regular business hours.
People
Dr. Tammy Pagan
Veterinarian
Dr. Pagan provides thorough, compassionate care with same-day diagnostic follow-up. She excels in comprehensive examinations including stool, urine, and blood analysis while maintaining clear client communication.
Dr. Cheryl Gross
Veterinarian
With decades of experience, Dr. Gross combines diagnostic expertise with patient education. She specializes in long-term pet health management and community outreach programs for local schools.
Dr. Aura Truslow
Veterinarian
Dr. Truslow focuses on personalized care with exceptional client communication. She provides detailed treatment explanations and maintains consistent follow-up for optimal patient outcomes.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care with immediate response capabilities for critical conditions like poisoning, trauma, and respiratory distress.
How often should senior pets receive checkups?
We recommend bi-annual comprehensive exams for senior pets to monitor age-related health changes and implement preventive care strategies.
Do you offer pet boarding services?
Yes, we operate a full-service licensed boarding facility with separate accommodations for cats, dogs, and exotic pets under veterinary supervision.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have?
Our in-house laboratory provides rapid bloodwork analysis, urinalysis, and disease screening with full access to specialized external testing facilities.
How do you handle after-hours emergencies?
Our regular emergency team remains available 24/7, with urgent care capabilities matching our standard business hour services for critical pet conditions.
What sets your practice apart?
As AAHA-accredited leaders, we combine advanced diagnostics with personalized care plans, supported by nine experienced veterinarians and 24/7 emergency availability.
Reviews (45)
Kristin A. Crage
Oct 22, 2025 Report
DO NOT BRING YOUR ANIMALS TO THIS HOSPITAL! Drs. Minoli, Pagan & Gross killed my feline son, Milo, literally and then defended their actions. While some may say they have had positive experiences. I'm hearing more and more from those that have had negative, life altering experiences. Do you want to be that person? Our animal children deserve better. I've filed a lawsuit. Feel free to search it as it is public. THIS HOSPITAL MUST BE SHUT DOWN!
Liza B.
Jun 10, 2025 Report
Their professionalism and compassion towards both pets and their owners are exceptional. They show a high level of care, as all four of my pets receive treatment at Central Animal Hospital. I appreciate their dedication, which is why I am grateful to have them as my pets' healthcare provider - Thank you!!
Nadia M.
Jan 18, 2025 Report
They show great compassion and are willing to go the extra mile. The veterinarians suggested additional tests, which led to the discovery that Blackie has cancer. However, they provided medication to make his remaining months more comfortable. At least now we are aware of his condition and understand that his time with us will be shorter than we had hoped, even though we wish he could stay longer.
S. C.
May 22, 2022 Report
They are amazing. I highly recomend them. My doctor there is Alison Abramson, she saved the life of the dog of one of my friends so I took there a very ill dog of a disabled woman who couldn't go herself and Dr Abramson did her magic again and she saved the dog. She's doing great. They are very nice people who care about animals. Five stars for them. I am very grateful.
Laura M.
May 18, 2022 Report
Since Baxter was a puppy, Central Animal Hospital has taken such great care of him! All the doctors, assistants and office staff are professional, helpful and friendly. Baxter is now 6 years old and I look forward to continued best care for him.
Judith Santiago
May 17, 2022 Report
My son brings his puppy, Lady Boba there for the first time. He is very pleased how the vet and staff interacted with Lady Boba.
Rachel Black
Apr 27, 2022 Report
We've been patients here for over 10 years for both our cat and our dog, and have always found the vets and staff to be exceptional at their jobs. They are professional and thorough, and they truly do care for your pets just as much as you do! 10/10, would recommend (and often do to my friends)!
Jim S.
Apr 20, 2022 Report
My wife and I just moved to lower Westchester and needed to find a new vet. We decided to try Central Animal Hospital and we're very pleased with how we (and our cats) were dealt with, so they're our new vets. Dr. Joy is great!
Pat Hecht
Apr 19, 2022 Report
Dr Woltz has taken care of our puppy from 10 weeks to 10 years. We will miss him TERRIBLY but wish him a wonderful next chapter in his retirement.
Jessica Morrison
Mar 24, 2022 Report
Staff was friendly. Was nice to finally meet staff in person as last 2 years I have been unable to. My only issue was wondering why my dog was removed to receive their vaccination. Even with that I will still continue bringing my pup there as I think Dr Pagan is awesome.
Ann Fader
Mar 09, 2022 Report
We sing praises for the Central Animal Hospital - the Docs are smart, thorough, caring AND follow-up. The staff is great, they are always friendly, knowledgeable and professional. It is comforting to know we have their expertise caring for our dog.
Bob Wallace
Feb 22, 2022 Report
So far, so good. Had to bring my two indoor cats for shots and check ups. This is a new vet for us, the last vet sold us outdated medicine (yes, we could've checked, but we bought it from the vet.) My cats have a parent who is feral, so they're not exactly lap cats, so getting to the vet is a tough, anxiety raising slog. They both seem better afterwards than when we brought them to the old vet, so we'll see
Dawn Louise Lillian
Jan 25, 2022 Report
I recently brought my new puppy there, I love Dr. Gross, she was very thorough. The next day the puppy had to go in for A problem she was having, we saw Dr. Cohen, she seemed good too. Dr. Woltz called me with my puppies results over the holiday weekend which I was happy about. I think this veterinary practice has become very expensive, unfortunately, this may cause me to look elsewhere.
Maria Baremore
Dec 29, 2021 Report
We have come to Central Animal Hospital a few times and each time has always been a pleasure. We had friends that recommended Central Animal Hospital and it was a great choice. During Covid, the pet owners waited outside for their pets to be checked and as we were new, we spoke to several pet parents and they highly recommended it and said they received great services and the doctors and staff were very caring. Glad we made the choice to come here
Maggie Sama
Dec 22, 2021 Report
I CAN. NOT. say ENOUGH good things about them! EVERYONE there is so friendly and good to our dogs. Dr. Hect is the ABSOLUTE best! i dont care where my life takes me, I will continue any commute to make sure my dogs are seen there.
Diamante Dimaio
Dec 16, 2021 Report
I called Central Animal Hospital and got put on hold for 20 minutes. I hung up and dialed again as I thought my call had been forgotten about, upon calling again I was asked if I could hold, I explained I had already been put on hold for 20 minutes. The receptionist rudely replied "We are trying our best!" and continued to click the hold button without even asking if this was an emergency. I stayed on hold for a whole again until the receptionist picked up and asked what I needed.

I explained that I needed records for a pet sent to me. When looking up the pet, the receptionist told me that they had only been to this hospital once. I said that it was fine but I still needed the records, she continued to insist that they really had nothing from the one time this pet had been there. I said I still would like the records sent to me. She rudely said "fine, I will send them" without asking for an email address. So I asked her if she would like an email address that she could send the records to. Overall bad experience.
Marilyn Hylenski
Dec 06, 2021 Report
Great service. Mr. Pinto is a great and honest guy. Would definitely recommend him to anyone who needs repairs.
Kathy McLoughlin
Dec 01, 2021 Report
My family has been a client of Central Animal Hospital since I was young. Now, 45 years later, I am still going there even though I moved to Rockland County. From front line staff, to assistants, techs, and doctors, service has always been the best. My numerous pets and I continue to be grateful for their care.
David B.
Nov 11, 2021 Report
I was told by a few ppl this was such a gr8 place and gr8 vets. gr8 example of just bc something is very expensive doesn't mean its good! They are very expensive and i was extremely disappointed in the dr and staff. I was rushed by the vet, and only given no more a 5 minute visit. ( On 3 occasions) main reason i am writing this poor review is i had asked for help with my pet insurance and staff and dr gross with my pet insurance really just didn't eant to help.

I am so happy i changed vets (county animal clinic in Yonkers). Maybe bc this vet is in scarsdale and richer area, they get away with their crappy service. Very dissatisfied customer, and wish i never had gone there. There are dozens of better vets in the area.
Rachel G.
Oct 20, 2021 Report
Dr Woltz is our veterinarian. He is wonderful. He's very relaxed and very friendly. He is extremely knowledgeable and explains things as he goes. He doesn't recommend extra blood test, X-rays, etc. unless he 100% thinks they are necessary. So you are not paying for things you may not need at that time. He's honest and very engaging.
Fran Ciulla
Sep 29, 2021 Report
The Doctors are all very experienced and show an abundance of compassion for the pets and the owners. The technicians are well trained extremely professional and caring. The administrative staff are warm, friendly and will do everything they can to help you. I highly recommend Central Animal Hospital.
David B.
Sep 17, 2021 Report
This animal hospital is extremely expensive and for absolutely no reason whatsoever! was recommended by someone to use this hospital and extremely disappointed with the vet, and the overall experience. To make matters worse my pet insurance reached out to them a few times and they were uncooperative to help me get reimbursed. I now switched vets and I'm very happy to do so
Darlene M.
Aug 13, 2021 Report
I am so disappointed. I have been going to this vet for ten years or so with all my animals. I loved the staff and the doctors are very knowledgeable but I called to get my cat seen because she has asthma and needs a steroid shot which I have done for the past several years without issue. I was told I could not get an appointment until 3 days out and I asked if I could just bring her in for the shot that day like I always did.

I was told the Dr. could see her but there would be a $135 emergency fee. I know that they are overwhelmed and do not have the staff to accommodate the clients (as are proven in the wait times to be seen even when you have an appointment), but that is ridiculous. In my opinion, they have become a factory not concerned about the animals but only concerned about how much money they can get. Unfortunately, I have moved my animals to another vet. I do believe they were one of the best vet practices at one time but I do not believe that now.
Robin H.
Jul 29, 2021 Report
I brought my 2 new kittens in Central Animal Hospital because a friend recommended them. I'm so happy I did. The ladies at the front desk are very kind and helpful. Dr Woltz and Dr Gross are especially warm and caring doctors. Joe, the technician handled my babies with TLC. This is a wonderful place to take your pets to.
Michele H.
Jul 13, 2021 Report
We've been taking our dogs to Central for over 20 years. When I called yesterday the receptionist was rude, but was very clear in the fact that the fee for emergency care would be an additional $205. I was very disappointed at her lack of care abs concern. Needless to say we're looking for another vet.
D. C. S.
Jul 09, 2021 Report
I guess other posters whose pets were seen right away, for an emergency, must not have called on a day when there were allegedly no appointments for anyone - including a client of 10+years. I was told to go elsewhere for my emergency, ironically another practice (started by former vets from this location) offered to have me bring my dog and leave him until a doctor became available to see him, too bad I was not offered the same courtesy here.
Mel'S. Magic Vortex
May 15, 2021 Report
They mostly run on time. Solid, clear communication. Convenient hours. Extremely forgiving cancellation policy. Competent doctors who answer questions patiently and expertly. Friendly, professional, caring, responsive, helpful support staff. I was lucky enough to find this practice during the pandemic, and I've made them my family practice. I have a dog and two cats and am thankful to have a practice I can trust with their care.
S. W.
Mar 25, 2021 Report
I have very mixed feelings about this vet. I like how easily it is to get an appointment due to the numerous amounts of doctors who work there. I also like how the parking lot is set up due to covid but I am not convinced that these are the best doctors in the area. I've seen two different doctors for the same issue with my pet and both doctors said something completely different. This makes me worried. Also, this vet is very over priced.

When I need certain tests done, I go to another vet where the cost is lower if it is for something that isn't time sensitive. I go to this vet for convenience since it is near where I live and easy to get an appointment but I know I need to look else where. Also, the ladies at the front desk never pass my message to the doctor and I have a hard time getting them to send a prescription to Chewy (where meds are a lot cheaper).
Jay H.
Oct 15, 2020 Report
When visiting a vet you want a few things - Simplicity (don't make this hard!) Punctuality (be on time. we all hate waiting) Friendliness (to me and my pup) Fair prices (who doesn't love to save money?) These folks provide all this! The measure taken for COVID were well thought out and easy to adhere to. They took care of my pup and were transparent when pricing mattered (i.e., for certain treatments) and overall pricing was more than fair for the area. Will come back.
Casandra P.
Sep 21, 2020 Report
As you may expect there are times you may have to visit Central Animal Hospital and it is t expected to be pleasant. Our dog Princess was not feeling well at all. She has been having issues we never experienced before. We had went to another local vet in the Bronx and was highly disappointed. I called CAH on a Saturday morning and explained we were scared our pup and they gave a appointment right away.

When you arrive, you must park in a marked parking space and call the main number. A staff member will come out and get your pet. You wait in the lot and the doctor will call you and perform visit with you on the phone. Dr Pagan was polite, well spoken and you can tell she knew what she spoke of. We left we new medication and Princess has been slowly back to normal. Truly grateful for the entire CAH staff and their extraordinary Dr. Pagan.
Gus R.
Aug 10, 2020 Report
This was my first time coming to this Vet. It was recommend by my girlfriend who also brought her cats here as well. The experience was great. You park in any of their parking spots and call them up and you let them know either the letter or number spot you are in and they come out and bring your pet inside. They do this because of the corona pandemic and to not get any of the animals sick inside.

I was new to all this so they do bring out a form for you to fill out and then the doctor calls you up before they bring your pet inside. The receptionists all the way to the doctors are extremely nice and patient. Fantastic customer service. Once the doctor checks out your pet. They give you a call letting you know how they are doing health wise and going over the plan of what shots they need, etc. then they bring back your pet to you. It was very easy and quick. I highly recommend coming here! I will be back to bring my cat for her yearly check ups!
Fran G.
Jan 07, 2020 Report
The best vets in Westchester! Been a client for 20 years with Dr. Gross who is phenomenal! The receptionists are also the best! Everyone is friendly, very helpful and caring! Bring your pets here!
Regina M.
Nov 11, 2019 Report
The veterinarians at Central Animal Hospital are very proficient and skilled. However their front desk scheduling is abysmal. Add an hour to any appointment they give you. I am going to look for another veterinarian as every time I have gone to Central Animal Hospital recently I have experienced long wait times despite arriving on time for my let's appointment.
Michelle H.
Jun 18, 2019 Report
Love this hospital. Very easy to get an appointment quickly. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. The doctors are amazing and explain things clearly. Highly recommend this Animal Hospital.
Rich Jankowski
Mar 08, 2019 Report
My cat Bromley had cancer in his leg and they removed the tumor rather than amputation. Unfortunately the cancer spread and he passed away .But we were able to spend 3 more months with us playing and enjoying the outdoors.
Laur E.
Dec 14, 2018 Report
Not happy with the treatment of my dog at the end of her life. Instead of recommending to put her down and letting her pass away with some dignity they made me leave to take her to a 24 hour hospital. As soon as we were leaving she was gasping for air and the staff blamed it on the way I was holding her.essentially she suffocated to death in her fluid. Unethical! Would not recommend this place, no compassion.just want the money!
Christina I.
Apr 04, 2018 Report
They were really nice with my cat and the people at the front desk were very nice. However I asked the vet how much the total amount would be. He gave me one price but the out cone was much more. I wanted to know how much everything would cost total and the amounts did not match. I was not prepared to pay that amount. The woman at the front desk said she would cancel the test so I'd only pay for the exam which was thoughtful but I did not put my cat through that just to not have the results cause of cost. In short although the people are nice there make sure you get the price before you go in cause that was very unprofessional.
James B.
Jan 01, 2018 Report
My dog just died (before we could arrive to the vet's hospital), but before he did we always took him here. Dr. Woltz always was great with him. He had a genuine love of animals you could tell and was very good with him. My dad and his dog will continue to go there. I would highly recommend this place.
Jason M.
Feb 16, 2015 Report
I used to work across the street from Central Animal Hosptial, so after being dissatisfied with our old vet we decided to give them a try. After parking in the "barking lot" you enter into the main waiting area - it's not a big place but doesn't feel cramped. The staff is friendly and good with the animals - you can tell they know what they're doing. I've been there a few times now and with every visit all of the staff has been professional, knowledgable, and friendly.

They also have a good stock of pet meds so if you're in need of something odds are they have it. I'm glad I made the switch - I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a good veterinarian.
Rebecca Faisca
Took my dog in to get his swollen foot looked at today and got to meet the lovely Dr. Blum. She examined him and loved on him as if he was her own dog. She spoke to me about all my options and we decided on a treatment plan. By far the best vet experience i have ever had with any pet. Couldn't ask for a more caring and knowledgeable Dr. I will never take my peta to anyone else!
Courtney Scott-Gold
We love Central Animal Hospital! After our 11 year old dog, Keeno, was hurt and we discovered that he needed TTA surgery, we came to Central Animal Hospital, even though we live about 1.5 hours north! After visiting another animal hospital, they had told us that we would need to wait almost two weeks for a consultation, not even surgery, and we didn't want to delay the process since our dog was already in pain and unable to walk!

After researching and finding Central, we called them and they were able to see us within that same day, and fit Keeno in for surgery 1.5 days later! The whole process with them and has been seamless. Keeno is now on the road to recovery and we genuinely thank the amazing team - from the staff at the front desk and the remarkable vet tech, Cheryl, to Keeno's incredible doctor, Dr. Aura Truslow. Everyone at Central showed both my husband and I, and more importantly, Keeno, a tremendous amount of care and love, and we will always be grateful for their hard work, reassurance, and wonderful, high-quality care. We love them and would recommend them to anyone looking for wonderful veterinary services! Thank you, to the entire staff!
Debbie Mahony
I was very pleased with everyone at Central Animal Hospital from the front desk, to the caring Technician and of course Dr. Hecht. Dr. Hecht was very thorough in her examination, answered all of my questions and very sweet with our kittens. I know I have found the right place for my cats.
Anthony Renna
Love this place. Heard so many good things from friends, brought our new dog over and we are so happy. Very organized, super efficient and everyone is so friendly. Doctor was so nice, encouraged questions, took her time and made some honest recommendations. Highly recommended.
Cris Tina
Ive been taking my dogs to Central Animal Hospital for four years. Dr. Donatella Hecht is the best, but all of the doctors and staff are all very helpful!
Ashley Ann McCarrick
I cannot say enough about how nice the staff at Central Animal Hospital are! From the receptionists to the doctors, they are top notch. They follow up, even after hours, always make time in their schedule to fit you in. We've had to take my kitten in a few times since we've gotten her and each time the doctors and staff put me at ease.