The Pet Doctor of Flushing

What The Pet Doctor of Flushing does

The Pet Doctor of Flushing is a privately held, single-location small animal hospital operating since 1984 at 2562 Francis Lewis Blvd, Flushing, NY. The practice provides full-service veterinary care for dogs and cats — wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care (including full-mouth COHAT), surgery, in-house diagnostics (digital radiology and a state-of-the-art laboratory), parasite prevention, orthopedics (delivered via a board-certified surgeon), pharmacy services, and emergency/urgent care during office hours with after-hours on-call coverage.

The practice operates on a direct-to-consumer model, monetizing primarily through fee-for-service payments collected at the time of visit, supplemented by a newly launched VIPet Plan monthly subscription (processed through Snout) that bundles unlimited exams, vaccines, and priority scheduling starting at $0.69/day. An online pharmacy powered by Vets First Choice provides home delivery of food and medication, and third-party financing options (CareCredit, Scratch Pay) support higher-ticket services. Client engagement is digitized through the PetDesk mobile app, which supports 24/7 appointment requests, automatic reminders, and two-way texting, and is supported by organic social presence on Facebook and Instagram and word-of-mouth referrals. The practice accepts no external capital, has no parent company, and operates as an independent community hospital serving pet owners in the Flushing, NY geography.

Name

The Pet Doctor of Flushing

Legal name

The Pet Doctor of Flushing

Website

https://petdoctorny.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Pet Doctor of Flushing is an independently owned, single-location small animal hospital in Flushing, NY, serving local dog and cat owners since 1984 with wellness, surgical, dental, diagnostic, and emergency veterinary services, plus a subscription-based VIPet wellness plan.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

SIC

Services-Offices & Clinics Of Doctors Of Medicine (8011)

akta.pro primary industry

Veterinary Surgery Centers (Soft Tissue/Orthopedic/Neuro) (HLAMACAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Urgent Care Veterinary Clinics (Non-ER) (HLAMAAAD)

Keywords

• Veterinary services
• Animal hospital care
• Pet wellness exams
• Veterinary diagnostics
• Pet pharmacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Flushing

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Services: Revenue from examination fees, surgical procedures, dental care, vaccinations, emergency care, and other medical services provided during office visits. Payment collected at time of service.
2. VIPet Wellness Plans: Monthly subscription wellness plans (12-month agreement) offering unlimited exams, vaccines, and screenings. Starting at 69 cents/day, with value up to $194 annually. Payment processed through Snout.
3. Pharmacy Sales: Revenue from on-site pharmacy and online pharmacy (Vets First Choice) for medications, pet food, and other pet supplies. Online orders delivered to customers.
4. CareCredit Financing: Third-party financing option allowing clients to pay for services in monthly installments. The practice accepts CareCredit but does not directly generate revenue from financing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Pet Doctor of Flushing is a full-service small animal veterinary hospital providing preventive wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, dental care, emergency services, and pharmacy products for dogs and cats. It also offers a recurring VIPet Plan subscription covering unlimited exams and priority scheduling. Services are delivered primarily through an in-person clinic in Flushing, NY, supplemented by an online pharmacy, a mobile app for scheduling and records, and after-hours on-call coverage.

Product overview

The Pet Doctor of Flushing operates as a full-service veterinary hospital offering a comprehensive portfolio of animal healthcare services. The core service delivery includes wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care (COHAT), emergency and urgent care, surgery, in-house diagnostics, parasite prevention, orthopedics, and an on-site pharmacy. The practice's primary differentiated offering is the VIPet Plan subscription program, which bundles unlimited wellness exams, preventive care, and priority scheduling for a monthly fee starting at 69 cents per day. Supporting digital infrastructure includes the PetDesk mobile app for appointment management and the Vet's First Choice online pharmacy for medication and food delivery. Payment financing options are available through CareCredit and Scratch Pay.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VIPet Plan: Monthly pet care wellness plans offering unlimited exams, vaccinations, and priority appointment scheduling starting as low as 69 cents per day. Operated in partnership with Snout for plan management and billing.

Products and services

• Pet Wellness Exams Comprehensive wellness examinations for dogs and cats that include a physical evaluation of organ systems, oral examination, health profile assessment, and consultation on nutrition, behavior, and preventive care. Targeted at pet owners in Flushing, NY seeking routine preventive care.
• Vaccinations Preventive immunization services for cats and dogs to protect against infectious diseases, with customized vaccination protocols tailored to current health threats. Targeted at pet owners seeking routine preventive care.
• Dental Care (COHAT) Comprehensive Oral Health Assessment and Treatment including dental exams, cleaning, full-mouth radiographs, extractions, and patient education on at-home dental care. Targeted at dog and cat owners needing professional dental procedures under anesthesia.
• Emergencies & Urgent Care Emergency veterinary services provided during office hours, with after-hours routing to an on-call veterinarian and referrals to emergency hospitals including Veterinary Emergency Group, BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, and the Animal Medical Center.
• Surgery Surgical procedures such as spay and neuter with comprehensive pre-operative preparation, intraoperative monitoring, post-operative pain management, and discharge instructions. Targeted at pet owners whose dogs or cats require scheduled soft tissue surgery.
• In-House Diagnostics On-site diagnostic capabilities including digital radiology for radiographic studies and a state-of-the-art laboratory for blood chemistry, complete blood counts, urinalysis, and fecal analysis, with external reference lab routing for advanced testing.
• Parasite Prevention Preventive care and treatment for fleas, ticks, heartworm, and parasitic worms, including preventative recommendations and parasite detection services for dogs and cats.
• Orthopedics Orthopedic surgical services performed by board-certified surgeon Dr. Karen Cherrone, including soft tissue procedures, regenerative medicine (platelet rich plasma and stem cell therapy), and pain management for dogs and cats.
• On-site Pharmacy On-site veterinary pharmacy staffed by veterinarians who can advise on pet food brands, medications, and nutritional needs for pets with health issues or allergies.
• VIPet Plan Wellness Subscription Monthly subscription wellness plans on 12-month agreements offering unlimited exams, priority appointment scheduling, and bundled preventive services including vaccines and diagnostics, with savings described up to $194 annually and bloodwork coverage up to $231. Targeted at dog and cat owners seeking predictable budgeting for routine care.

Quantifiable outcome

• Savings up to $194 per year with VIPet Plans
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PetDeskcoreTechnology or IntegrationPetDesk provides appointment booking technology and a free mobile app for pet owners to request appointments 24/7, receive automatic reminders, access medical records, and communicate with the clinic via two-way texting. The PetDesk logo appears on the practice website as powered-by technology.
• Vets First ChoicecoreTechnology or IntegrationVets First Choice powers the online pharmacy allowing pet owners to order food, medication, and other pet needs delivered to their door. Practice states 'With The Pet Doctor and Vet's First Choice, food, medication, and other pet needs are delivered right to your front door with the push of a button.'
• SnoutcoreTechnology or IntegrationSnout provides the VIPet Plan wellness subscription platform. Handles monthly payment processing, plan management, and customer service for the wellness plans. Clients contact Snout directly for plan questions, cancellations, and payment updates at (832) 263-3774 and [email protected].
• CareCreditminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCareCredit healthcare credit card accepted as payment option for veterinary services. Allows clients to finance routine vet visits, emergencies, and surgeries with special financing options. Practice directs clients to apply through CareCredit website.
• Scratch PayminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScratch Pay accepted as alternative payment option alongside cash and major credit cards.
• Veterinary Emergency GroupminorOthersEmergency hospital referral partner. Practice refers clients to Veterinary Emergency Group in Carle Place, NY for after-hours emergencies as part of their rotational emergency service network with other small animal clinics.
• BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet HospitalminorOthersEmergency hospital referral partner in Queens, NY. Part of the rotational emergency service network with other small animal clinics for after-hours emergencies.
• Animal Medical Center (AMC)minorOthersEmergency hospital referral partner in New York City. Part of the rotational emergency service network with other small animal clinics for after-hours emergencies.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• PetDesk: Technology platform partner powering The Pet Doctor's client engagement app; thematically related as enabler of modern veterinary client experience rather than a direct clinical competitor.

Broad incumbents

• ASPCA Animal Hospital: Non-profit veterinary hospital in NYC providing primary and specialty care; adjacent competitor for pet-owner clients in the metropolitan area.
• Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG): Specialty emergency veterinary hospital group with NYC locations, including a Carle Place referral partner for The Pet Doctor; competes for urgent/emergency pet cases.
• BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital: National specialty and emergency veterinary hospital operator with a Queens location; a referral partner of The Pet Doctor and competitor for advanced and emergency cases.
• Animal Medical Center (AMC): Large non-profit veterinary teaching hospital in NYC offering primary, specialty, and 24/7 emergency care — competes for complex cases and overflow from community practices.
• VCA Animal Hospitals: Largest corporate veterinary chain in North America with locations across NYC; competes on convenience, scale, and procurement while offering similar general practice services.

Direct peers

• Small Door Vet: Membership-based NYC veterinary practice offering wellness plans and primary care with a digitally enabled, hospitality-focused experience — directly comparable to the VIPet subscription model.
• Bond Vet: Modern primary and urgent care veterinary clinic chain with multiple NYC locations, offering wellness, surgery, and tech-enabled booking similar to The Pet Doctor's service mix.
• City Veterinary Care: Independently operated veterinary clinic in NYC offering general practice, surgery, and dental services to companion animals — closely comparable in scale and service mix.

Regional players

• Pure Paws Veterinary Group: Independent multi-location NYC veterinary group offering primary care, surgery, and wellness plans, comparable in scope and consumer positioning to The Pet Doctor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/thepetdoctoroflushing
• Instagraminstagram.com/thepetdoctorny
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-pet-doctor-of-flushing

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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