About Us
Experienced Veterinarians
For over two decades, Dr. Lortz has practiced at some of the top Veterinary Emergency Hospitals in the area. He has also practiced extensively at many of NYC's Homeless and Abandoned Animal Shelters. After years of front-line work in emergency and shelter medicine, Dr. Lortz founded Vet Wheels Mobile Veterinary Clinic to provide pets and their families with the same life-saving services offered at traditional Veterinary Hospitals at an affordable price.
Fully Equipped Veterinary Facility... On Wheels
Our state of the art mobile veterinary vehicle boasts an array of cutting-edge diagnostic and imaging capabilities. From our full line of laboratory and pharmaceutical services, to our ultrasound suite, Vet Wheels has all the capabilities of a standard veterinary clinic. Our one of a kind mobile solution has enabled us to dramatically cut operating costs, allowing us to pass on huge savings to our clients.
A Personal Approach
Dr. Lortz and the caring and professional staff at Vet Wheels are proud to stand by their "No pet left behind" policy. So, whether your little buddy needs a simple yearly wellness exam, vaccinations, or spay & neuter, or has a more serious medical concern, our mission is to provide all pets with the medical care and compassion they need and deserve!
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Bushwick, Brooklyn
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Tuesdays - Surgeries only
Wed/Thurs - All other visits
Please ALWAYS wait for a text before bringing your pet.
Location
Outside Maria Hernandez Park opposite 278 Knickerbocker Avenue, Brooklyn, NY, USA
Corona/Jackson Heights, Queens
Sundays & Mondays
Sundays - Surgeries AND Appointments
Mondays - Surgeries AND Appointments
Please ALWAYS wait for a text before bringing your pet.
Location
In front of TD Bank 94-15 Northern Blvd, Jackson Heights, NY, USA
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Preparing for your visit to Vet Wheels
So your little buddy needs to go to the vet and you're wondering how to properly prepare for the visit? Here are some helpful things to remember that will make your visit to Vet Wheels as efficient and stress free as possible:
When to come?
Bushwick, Brooklyn – next to Maria Hernandez Park across from 278 Knickerbocker Avenue every Tuesday for surgeries and Wednesdays and Thursdays for regular appointments. Since our start times may vary, please do not come until you receive a text message from the waitlist. If you are delayed please text our main number 718-490-2412 and let us know. If we do not get to you on the day you are signed up for, you will keep your place for the same day the following week. Please always check our website for any changes to the schedule before coming.
Jackson Heights, Queens – in front of TD Bank 94-15 Northern Boulevard every Sunday and Monday for surgeries AND regular appointments. Since our start times may vary, please do not come until you receive a text message from the waitlist. If you are delayed please text our main number 718-490-2412 and let us know. If we do not get to you on the day you are signed up for, you will keep your place for the same day the following week. Please always check our website for any changes to the schedule before coming.
Please see the "Surgeries and Procedures" section of this site for more detailed information on the process of bringing your pet in for surgery.
Any changes to our regular schedule will posted on this website.
We do not offer translation services, please be sure to bring a friend or family member who speaks English with you to your visit! Asegúrese de traer a su visita a un amigo o familiar que hable inglés!
You must TEXT us at 7184902412 for all laboratory results within 24-72 hours.
Surgeries and Procedures
- Does my pet need surgery? (The following applies only to elective procedures such as spay & neuter and dental procedures. If your pet is undergoing a more urgent surgical procedure, Dr Lortz will discuss any specific instructions directly with you). Dr Lortz recommends that all pet owners familiarize themselves with the benefits of spay and neuter. These procedures can help prevent a number of very serious diseases in the future. Spay and neuter is also directly associated with preventing behavioral problems such as aggression towards other animals and people, inappropriate urination, and may reduce your pet’s urge to try to escape from the house!
- Pre-operative instructions:
Please note bloodwork is required for all pets 9 years and older prior to undergoing anesthesia. Standard bloodwork is $225. Dr. Lortz and Vet wheels staff may give you additional instructions if deemed necessary.
- Please feed all pets a small breakfast early on the morning of surgery, and then take the food away by 8am . Please DO NOT take the water away at anytime, and be sure your pet has easy access to fresh water at all times.
- Please notify Dr. Lortz or the Vet Wheels Staff immediately about any current OR prior medical problems that you are aware of.
- All surgery patients must undergo a thorough physical exam on the day of surgery. Dr. Lortz will discuss the results of the examination, and may make additional recommendations if any medical problems are detected. In some cases, Dr. Lortz may recommend that surgery be postponed until the existing medical problem is treated. Please note pre-surgery bloodwork is required for animals 9 years or older.
- A current rabies vaccination is required for surgery. If your pet is up to date on their rabies vaccination, please bring the actual rabies certificate with you or contact your previous veterinarian for a digital vaccination certificate. Please note that the metal rabies tag that may be attached to your pet's collar is not an acceptable form of proof, we can only accept the written and signed rabies certificate. If no rabies certificate is produced, surgery may be postponed until the certificate can be produced unless we have your consent to give the rabies vaccination at the time of surgery.
After your pet is examined and admitted for surgery the staff will as you to make payment and you will be free to go. The Vet Wheels Staff will notify you by text when your pet is ready to be picked up and go home. Please be available and ready to pick up your little buddy when we text that they are ready to be discharged.
When you return to pick up your pet after surgery, the staff will go over any specific post-operative instructions with you along with any medications that have been prescribed. Dr. Lortz and the Staff will discuss some things to watch for that would be out of the ordinary, and you are instructed to call immediately if you notice anything unusual. We will be available the next day if you feel the need to have your pet rechecked after surgery.
You must TEXT us at 7184902412 for all laboratory results within 24-72 hours.
Spay/neuter Price Lists - 6 months & older only!
DOG NEUTERS
Male dog sterilization surgery - EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
0-25 lbs
$425
Surgery: $325
Medication: $40
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
51-75 lbs
$535
Surgery: $425
Medication: $50
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
Over 125 lbs
$650
Surgery: $525
Medication: $65
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
26-50 lbs
$480
Surgery: $375
Medication: $45
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
76-125 lbs
$595
Surgery: $475
Medication: $60
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
DOG SPAYS
Female dog sterilization surgery - EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
0-25 lbs
$450
Surgery: $350
Medication: $40
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
51-75 lbs
$560
Surgery: $450
Medication: $50
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
Over 125 lbs
$725
Surgery: $600
Medication: $65
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
26-50 lbs
$530
Surgery: $425
Medication: $45
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
76-125 lbs
$620
Surgery: $500
Medication: $60
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
CAT STERILIZATION SURGERY
SPAYS (Females)
$385
Surgery: $300
Medication: $25
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
Neuters (Males)
$300
Surgery: $250
Exam: $35
EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
Additional procedures
DENTAL CLEANINGS & EXTRACTIONS:
EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
STANDARD
Surgery: $550
Medication: $40
Exam: $35
E-Collar: $25
Dentals can be done in Corona Sun/Mon or Bushwick Wed/Thurs
EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
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Vaccines offered
Canine
Vaccinations, Dewormers, Annual Tests - EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
Rabies $25
[Yearly]
Required in NYC by law.
DA2PP $35 ea
[First time: 3 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
Guards against: Distemper/Adenovirus/Parainfluenza/Parvo
The most important vaccine for puppies and all dogs!
Leptospirosis $35 ea
[First time: 2 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
A disease spread by the urine of rats and mice, contagious to humans.
Bordetella $35
[Yearly]
Protects against kennel cough, required by most groomers/daycare/kennels.
Lyme $50 ea
[First time: 2 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
A disease spread by ticks, important if your pet goes to the country or beach.
Canine Influenza $50 ea
[First time: 2 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
Guards against H3N2 & H3N2 strains identified in a recent outbreak in Bushwick, important if your dog goes to day care, dog runs, or is walked by dog walkers.
Heartworm Test $55
[once a year] You must go online and order a monthly heartworm preventative after a negative test and list us as the veterinarian so we can approve the order!
Guards against worms spread by mosquito bites, important in warm climates.
4DX Test $100
[once a year or after tick bite] You must go online and order a monthly heartworm preventative after a negative test and list us as the veterinarian so we can approve the order!
Tests for heartworm/Lyme/Anaplasmosis/Erlichiosis
Strongid Dewormer $25 ea
Puppies receive 2 treatments, 3 weeks apart, no repeat usually necessary.
Feline
Vaccinations, Dewormers, Annual Tests - EXAMINATIONS ARE $35 AND ARE REQUIRED AT EACH VISIT
Rabies $25
[Yearly]
Required in NYC by law.
FRCP $35 ea
[First time & kittens: 3 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
Guards against: Feline Rhinotracheitis/Calicivirus/Panleukopenia
FeLV $45 ea
[First time: 2 vaccines 3 weeks apart, then once a year]
Guards against Feline Leukemia, recommended for all cats that go outdoors or are exposed to cats that go outdoors.
FeLV / FIV Test $65
[all cats should be tested at least once in their lifetimes]
Tests for Feline Leukemia & Feline Immunodeficiency Virus.
Strongid Dewormer $25 ea
[Kittens receive 2 treatments, 3 weeks apart, no repeat usually necessary]
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Privacy Policy
Introduction
Vet Wheels values the privacy of your communication and is committed to safeguarding your SMS contact and content data. We do not sell or share SMS contact or content data with third parties.
Types of Data Collected
When you communicate with Vet Wheels via SMS, we may collect information such as:
• Your phone number
• The content of your messages
• Responding to your inquiries
• Providing customer support
This information is used solely for the following purposes: to assist you in obtaining veterinary care for your pets.
We will not use your SMS data for any other purpose without your written consent.
Protection of SMS Data
Vet Wheels employs industry-standard security measures to protect SMS data from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. We are dedicated to ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of your SMS communications.
Disclosure of SMS Data
Vet Wheels does not disclose SMS contact or content data to third parties unless:
• Required by law
• Necessary to protect the rights, property, or safety of Vet Wheels, its users, or others
• Your Rights
User rights/You have the right to:
Access, correct, or delete your SMS contact or content data, except where retention is required by law
For assistance or to exercise your rights, please contact us at vetwheels@outlook.com.
Retention policy
We will only retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes we collected it for, including the purposes of satisfying any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. When deciding what the correct time is to keep the data we look at its amount, nature and sensitivity, potential risk of harm from unauthorized use or disclosure, the processing purposes, if these can be achieved by other means, and legal requirements.
For tax purposes, the law requires us to keep basic information about our customers (including Contact, Identity, Financial and Transaction Data) for six years after they stop being customers.
In some circumstances, we may anonymize your personal data for research or statistical purposes in which case we may use this
information indefinitely without further notice to you.
Changes to this SMS Privacy Policy
Vet Wheels reserves the right to update or modify this SMS Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting the revised policy on our website. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for updates.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding this SMS Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at vetwheels@outlook.com.
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Terms and Conditions
SMS Terms and Conditions
By opting in to receive SMS messages, you agree to the following:
1. Consent for SMS Communication
Phone numbers obtained during the SMS consent process will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes. This is to ensure that your information is used solely for communication purposes related to our services.
2. Types of SMS Communications
By opting in, you may receive SMS messages related to conversational customer care and account notifications,
3. Message Frequency
Message frequency may vary depending on the type of communication.
4. Potential Fees for SMS Messaging
Standard message and data rates may apply, depending on your carrier’s pricing plan. These fees may differ for domestic or international messages.
5. Opt-In Methods
I am verbally asking the customer for their consent to receive SMS messages as a method of communication. This opt-in allows us to send important updates, such as support ticket confirmations, service notifications, or follow-ups, directly to their mobile device. By obtaining verbal consent, we ensure the customer is aware of and agrees to receive messages via SMS, in compliance with communication and privacy guidelines.
6. Opt-Out Instructions
You can opt out at any time by replying “STOP” to any SMS message. Alternatively, contact us directly at vetwheels@outlook.com.
7. Help
If you are experiencing any issues, reply with the keyword “HELP” or contact us directly at vetwheels@outlook.com or text us at 718-490-2412
8. Additional Options
If you do not wish to receive SMS messages, you can choose not to check the SMS consent box on our forms.
9. Standard Messaging Disclosures
• Message and data rates may apply.
• You can opt out at any time by texting “STOP.”
• For assistance, text “HELP” or visit our Privacy Policy at http://www.vetwheels.com
• Message frequency may vary depending on service.
Welcome to Vet Wheels!
DAYS AND LOCATIONS:
- SUNDAY - Corona, Queens
- MONDAY - Corona, Queens
- TUESDAY - Bushwick (SURGERIES)
- WEDNESDAY - Bushwick, Brooklyn
- THURSDAY - Bushwick, Brooklyn
If you are on a waitlist for a day we are closed you will stay on the list for the next week that we are open on that day.
We operate via an online signup system to help minimize wait times outside. You will receive a text when we are ready for you to bring your pet. You may still experience long waits once you arrive.
IF YOUR PET IS EXPERIENCING AN EMERGENCY PLEASE GO TO A LOCAL 24 HOUR CLINIC ASAP.
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