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06/06/2026

🦜 Roxy, a parrot from Brooklyn Heights, came to AMC for a second opinion after veterinarians discovered two large masses on either side of her neck. Because the masses were close to her jugular veins, treatment was complex and high-risk.

❤️ Thanks to advanced diagnostics, expert surgery, and long-term medical management, Roxy made an incredible recovery. Watch her inspiring journey, which earned her the honor of being a 2026 AMC Living Legend!

  ⚠️ As warmer weather brings more opportunities to spend time outdoors, it also brings an increased risk of tick exposu...
06/05/2026

⚠️ As warmer weather brings more opportunities to spend time outdoors, it also brings an increased risk of tick exposure. A recent NYSDOH - New York State Health Department advisory reports rising cases of Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, and babesiosis in people. These tick-borne diseases can also affect dogs, making regular tick checks important for both people and pets.

Your dog's fur is paradise for these parasites, and ticks can be easy to miss once they've attached. Your veterinarian can recommend a year-round tick preventive as a first line of defense for your dog. Even with prevention, it's important to check your dog (and yourself) for ticks after spending time outdoors. For humans, wearing light-colored clothing can also make ticks easier to spot.

While people and pets cannot directly spread tick-borne diseases to one another, many of the same diseases can affect both. Ticks may also move from pets to people, or vice versa, making prevention and regular tick checks important for everyone who spends time outdoors.

If you find a tick on your dog or yourself, remove it promptly. Then monitor for signs of illness and contact your veterinarian or healthcare provider if concerns arise.

Refer to this graphic for a quick guide to where ticks tend to hide on dogs and how to safely remove a tick.

❗ A medida que el clima cálido trae consigo más oportunidades para pasar tiempo al aire libre, también trae un mayor riesgo de exposición a las garrapatas. Un aviso reciente del Departamento de Salud de la ciudad de Nueva York ha reportado un aumento en los casos de enfermedad de Lyme, anaplasmosis y babesiosis en personas. Estas enfermedades transmitidas por garrapatas también pueden afectar a los perros, lo que hace que las revisiones periódicas en busca de garrapatas sean importantes tanto para las personas como para las mascotas.

El pelaje de su perro es un paraíso para estos parásitos, y las garrapatas pueden pasar desapercibidas fácilmente una vez que se han adherido. Su veterinario puede recomendarle un tratamiento preventivo contra las garrapatas para usar durante todo el año como primera línea de defensa para su perro. Incluso con medidas preventivas, es importante revisar a su perro (y revisarse usted mismo) en busca de garrapatas después de pasar tiempo al aire libre. Para los humanos, usar ropa de colores claros también puede facilitar la detección de las garrapatas.

Aunque las personas y las mascotas no pueden transmitirse directamente entre sí las enfermedades transmitidas por garrapatas, muchas de estas mismas enfermedades pueden afectar a ambos. Las garrapatas también pueden pasar de las mascotas a las personas, o viceversa, lo que hace que la prevención y las revisiones periódicas sean importantes para cualquier persona que pase tiempo al aire libre.

Si encuentra una garrapata en su perro o en usted mismo, retírela de inmediato. Luego, preste atención por si desarrolla cualquier signo de enfermedad y comuníquese con su veterinario o proveedor de atención médica si surge alguna inquietud.

Consulte esta gráfica para obtener una guía rápida sobre los lugares donde las garrapatas suelen esconderse en los perros y cómo retirarlas de manera segura.

Consulta los comentarios para ver la gráfica en español.

June is National Caribbean American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, culture, and remarkable contri...
06/04/2026

June is National Caribbean American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the achievements, culture, and remarkable contributions of Caribbean immigrants and their descendants to the United States.

We're proud to recognize our many Caribbean American team members whose dedication, expertise, and diverse perspectives help strengthen our hospital. Please join us in celebrating! 🌺

NBA Finals, here we come! Game 1 is tonight and we're ready. Let's gooooooo Knicks! 🧡💙
06/03/2026

NBA Finals, here we come! Game 1 is tonight and we're ready. Let's gooooooo Knicks! 🧡💙

Referring Veterinarians! 👋 Join us for an evening welcoming our RDVM community to AMC's state-of-the-art facility on Jun...
06/02/2026

Referring Veterinarians! 👋 Join us for an evening welcoming our RDVM community to AMC's state-of-the-art facility on June 18th from 6-8 PM. 🩺 Bring your cases and questions for discussion with our team! Doctors from Radiology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, Oncology and Dermatology will be there to collaborate and share knowledge.

RSVP at the link in our comments!

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ This Pride Month, AMC recognizes and supports our LGBTQIA+ staff, clients, patients, and supporters. We are co...
06/01/2026

🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ This Pride Month, AMC recognizes and supports our LGBTQIA+ staff, clients, patients, and supporters. We are committed to fostering an inclusive community where all expressions of sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender presentation are celebrated. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍🩷🩵🤎🖤

A heartwarming story from the AMC community. 💗 "My name is Francesca, and my pet’s name is May. We adopted her a couple ...
05/31/2026

A heartwarming story from the AMC community. 💗

"My name is Francesca, and my pet’s name is May. We adopted her a couple of weeks ago, and she has completely melted our hearts.

"May is 16 years old, deaf, living with arthritis, mammary masses, a heart murmur, and seizures. Yet she carries the weight of her life with so much grace, resilience, and a positive attitude that we all admire deeply.

"She is teaching us to slow down and appreciate the simple moments. Through her, we are learning that life does not have to be perfect to be beautiful and happy. We love her dearly and are committed to giving her the best years possible, filled with comfort, patience, and love.

"Even though she may seem like 'quite a mess' to some, May reminds us every day that age, illness, and imperfections do not define the value of a soul."

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05/30/2026

Potato Chip underwent a complex, high-risk surgery at AMC to remove a tumor that had invaded a critical vein in his abdomen. During the procedure, he required multiple transfusions, including one donated by AMC anesthesiologist Dr. Nikki Dowgos’ dog, Lucy. 🩸🐾

Despite the immense challenges, Potato Chip recovered remarkably well and went home just four days later.

Throughout it all, he remained exceptionally sweet and was supported every step of the way by his devoted family. We are proud to recognize Potato Chip as a 2026 AMC Living Legend!

"Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month is important as it highlights visibility, resilience...
05/29/2026

"Asian American, Native Hawaiian, & Pacific Islander Heritage Month is important as it highlights visibility, resilience, and representation. As a Korean American veterinarian, I have often found myself as the only Asian woman in the room throughout my training and career. There were certainly moments that were difficult, including times when I felt underestimated or unseen.

"Like many people from underrepresented backgrounds, I became adept at navigating assumptions and biases while still trying to prove that I belonged. Those experiences were not always easy, but they strengthened my determination, confidence, and empathy.

"In my role at the Animal Medical Center, I feel especially grateful that I am part of a community that supports and celebrates my differences. Now, I am proud to be one of the few Asian women in veterinary radiology as I understand how meaningful representation can be, especially for the next wave of doctors, technicians, and assistants.

"Being part of the AANHPI community in veterinary medicine has emphasized that our differences should be viewed as strengths as they broaden perspectives and ultimately make us better."

❤️ Thanks so much Dr. Eunbee Kim, Specialist in Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging at AMC, for sharing your insights and perspective in honor of AANHPI Month!

05/29/2026

🚨 AMC's ER veterinarians see these pet emergencies every summer. Here’s how to avoid them!

More summer pet safety hazards include:

🔥 Hot pavement can burn paws. If you can’t hold the back of your hand to the pavement for 7 seconds, it’s too hot for your dog.

❗ Blue-green algae blooms are toxic to dogs. Avoid green or streaky water and check signage and local warnings.

💦 Dogs can drown. Consider a lifejacket and always supervise water time.

🌞 White dogs can get sunburned. Limit direct sun exposure and consider dog-safe sunscreen.

🎣 Watch out for discarded fishing line and hooks, which can harm pets.

Special thanks to Dr. Carly Fox, Senior Veterinarian in AMC’s 24/7 ER, for this important advice.

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