Downtown Veterinary Clinic is a well-established full-service veterinary practice located at 244 9th Avenue in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood, New York. Janet Ficarra established the Downtown Veterinary Clinic in 1996.
The clinic has been serving the pet community of lower Manhattan for nearly three decades, with a unique distinction of offering house call services since 1986.
Leadership and Staff: The clinic is led by an experienced team of veterinarians including Dr. Janet Ficarra (founder), Dr. Jennifer Hess, and Dr. Charles Schaubhut. In 2011, Dr. Schaubhut joined the practice.
Dr. Janet Ficarra, Dr. Jennifer Hess, and Dr. Charles Schaubut and our staff work with pet-owners to achieve this goal in ways that are flexible and respectful of owners' decisions.
Philosophy and Approach: The Downtown Veterinary Clinic is a full-service vet clinic in NYC dedicated to proactive pet care—ensuring cats and dogs are kept up-to-date on their medical, surgical, dental, and behavioral needs.
The clinic emphasizes preventive care and takes a collaborative approach with pet owners, respecting their decisions while providing professional guidance.
Comprehensive Services: The clinic offers an extensive range of veterinary services including:
- House Calls: A unique service that brings veterinary care directly to pets' homes, serving most of lower Manhattan
- Advanced Dental Care: Specializing in thorough dental evaluation and treatment
- Laser and Chiropractic Therapy: Modern pain management and mobility treatments
- Same-Day Appointments: Accommodating urgent and unexpected situations
- International Travel Certificates: Facilitating pet travel requirements
- Preventive Care: Vaccinations, spay/neuter services, and wellness exams
- Behavioral Consultations: Addressing pet behavioral issues
- Skin Therapy: Managing various dermatological conditions
- Urgent Care: Immediate relief and treatment for pets in pain
- Senior Pet Monitoring: Specialized care for aging pets
Facility and Technology: As an animal hospital in NYC, our vets use state-of-the-art equipment.
The clinic combines modern veterinary technology with a personalized approach to care.
Operating Hours:
- Monday through Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Alternate Saturdays: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Community Presence: The clinic maintains an active presence in the community with a Facebook page showing 288 likes and regular engagement with local pet owners. Downtown Veterinary Clinic offers Preventive Health care, Laser Therapy, Medicated Grooming/Bath, Chiropractic Adjustments, and Homeopathy.
Downtown Veterinary Clinic stands out as a neighborhood practice that combines decades of experience with modern veterinary medicine, offering both in-clinic and house call services to accommodate the diverse needs of Manhattan pet owners. Their emphasis on senior pet care and advanced dental services makes them particularly valuable for pet owners seeking comprehensive, long-term veterinary partnerships.
