News & Media
Dr. Charos Appears on News 12, WABC, WNBC, WCBS, and WPIX to Discuss the Plight of Midnight
May 1, 2013 | Central Veterinary Associates' own Dr. John Charos appeared on News 12, WABC, WNBC, WCBS, and WPIX to discuss the plight of Midnight, a Hurricane Sandy rescue who was just released from a six-month quarantine for possible rabies. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates to Offer Low-Cost Microchip Clinic during “Pets & Pals” Party
April 30, 2013 | Central Veterinary Associates — along with the Bayside Animal Clinic, the Boulevard Animal Clinic in Forest Hills and the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation — is offering a low-cost microchip clinic at the “Pets & Pals Party” that will be held at Alley Pond Park on May 5 from noon to 3 p.m. READ MORE »
Dr. Charos Appears on News 12’s “Animal Island”
March 28, 2013 | Dr. John Charos appeared on News 12’s “Animal Island” segment on March 28 to offer tips on keeping your pet safe during the Easter season. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Offers Advice on Keeping Your Pet Safe This Easter Season
March 22, 2013 | The Easter season can be a very joyous one for your pet, but it is just as important to make sure it is a safe one. Central Veterinary Associates offers these tips to keep your pets free from danger while enjoying the holiday’s festivities: READ MORE »
Spread the Love — Not the Chocolate and Candy — to Your Pets!
February 5, 2013 | Valentine’s Day is almost upon us and you know what that means — giant, red, heart-shaped boxes of chocolate! Sweets are fine for your sweetie, but not for your pet. Central Veterinary Associates urges pet owners to keep their dogs and cats safe and healthy this Valentine’s Day by following these tips: READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Announces Recall of Dog Treats
January 24, 2013 | Central Veterinary Associates has announced that Nestlé Purina PetCare Company, Milo’s Kitchen and IMS Trading Corp. have voluntarily recalled some of their products after it was discovered there were trace amounts of antibiotic residue found on the product. READ MORE »
Times Ledger: Vets help four-legged friends affected by Sandy
December 16, 2012 | The impacts of Hurricane Sandy have reached beyond only humans, leaving some animals at risk of becoming stranded or abandoned. Click here to read more.
Central Veterinary Associates Appeared on Queens Public TV’s “QPTV Cares: Sandy Relief and Recovery”
December 14, 2012 | Click here to view the segment
Valley Stream Veterinarian Retires After 32 Years
December 12, 2012 | A familiar face to many of Valley Stream’s pets and pet owners has said goodbye to a veterinary practice that he helped grow into one of the Long Island’s most comprehensive animal care facilities. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Returns to Island Park to Assist Local Pet Owners Affected by Hurricane Sandy
December 10, 2012 | For the second time this month, Central Veterinary Associates will be joined by the Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (S.C.S.P.C.A.) and local elected officials to provide free ... READ MORE »
ASPCA Sets Up Clinic For Pets In Queens Shelter
December 6, 2012 | The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals sent out a mobile clinic Thursday to check pets of people at a city evacuation shelter in Queens. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Joins in Inter-Agency Effort to Help Local Pet Owners Affected by Hurricane Sandy
November 30, 2012 | In an effort to assist pet owners who were affected by Hurricane Sandy, Central Veterinary Associates will be involved in a joint venture with the Suffolk County Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to ... READ MORE »
Dr. Steven B. Fox, DVM Retires from Central Veterinary Associates after More Than Three Decades of Service
November 29, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates has announced that Dr. Steven B. Fox has retired from his position as President and Chief Executive Officer. Dr. Fox has been with the practice for more than 30 years. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Accepting Donations to Help Local Pet Owners Affected by Hurricane Sandy
November 19, 2012 | In an effort to provide relief to pet owners living on the south shore of Nassau County who were affected by Hurricane Sandy, Central Veterinary Associates has announced that it will be accepting donations at its emergency pet hospital, located at 73 West Merrick Road in Valley Stream. READ MORE »
Veterinary Hospitals See Surge
November 2, 2012 | Veterinary hospitals are struggling to keep up with demand from pet owners who’ve lost their homes as well as from pet stores and pet care centers that have lost power. READ MORE »
Dr. Aaron Vine Interviewed by News 12 on Pet Safety during Hurricane Sandy
October 31, 2012 | Dr. Aaron Vine of Central Veterinary Associates was interviewed by News 12 on how to keep pets safe during Hurricane Sandy. To view the segment, click here.
Central Veterinary Associates’ Valley Stream Hospital Remains Open 24/7 For Pet Emergencies
October 31, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates’ main Valley Stream hospital continues to remain open 24/7 for pet emergencies. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Offers Tips on Keeping Pets Safe during Hurricane Sandy
October 29, 2012 | As Hurricane Sandy prepares to make its way into Long Island and the metropolitan New York area, Central Veterinary Associates is reminding its pet owners that its hospital in Valley Stream will be open 24 hours a day during the storm and urges pet owners to keep their animals safe in the event this natural disaster occurs. READ MORE »
CBS & TV 55 Interview Dr. John Charos for story on Loyal Dog
October 5, 2012 | Dr. John Charos of Central Veterinary Associates was interviewed by Channel 2 News and WLNY TV55 for a story about a dog who walked more than two miles to be with his master, who was in the hospital. To see the Channel 2 clip, click here. For the TV 55 segment, click here.
Central Veterinary Associates Announces Recall of Boots & Barkley American Beef Bully Sticks
September 28, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates has announced that Kasel Associated Industries of Denver, Colorado is voluntarily recalling its Boots & Barkley 6 Count 5-Inch American Beef Bully Sticks because the product contains the salmonella bacteria. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Alerts Pet Owners of Bird Food Recall from Lafeber Co.
August 6, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates is alerting pet owners that Lafeber Co., based in Cornell, Illinois, has recently recalled several lots of bird food due to high moisture levels which could lead to bacterial or fungal growth. READ MORE »
Dr. John Charos Appears on FiOS1's "Push Pause"
July 5, 2012 | Dr. John Charos of Central Veterinary Associates was interviewed for an episode of FiOS 1’s “Push Pause” about the grand opening of the Valley Stream Dog Park. READ MORE »
Dr. Steven Fox Interviewed by FM News New York
June 20, 2012 | On June 20, Dr. Steven Fox of Central Veterinary Associates was interviewed by FM News New York (WEMP 101.9 FM) on ways to keep your pet safe during the hot weather. READ MORE »
Dr. Ernest Vine Appears on News 12’s “Animal Island”
May 31, 2012 | Dr. Ernest Vine was featured on News 12’s “Animal Island” segment on May 22 to discuss ways to protect your pet during flea and tick season as the weather gets hotter. READ MORE »
Central Vets Mineola Is Now Open
May 31, 2012 | As of May 31, Central Vets Mineola is now open for pet owners who need to maintain care of their animals. It is located at 220 East Jericho Turnpike in Mineola, which is the former site of Ultravet Diagnostics. READ MORE »
CVA Offers Low-Cost Rabies Vaccinations and Microchipping during “Dog Day at the Green”
May 22, 2012 | In celebration of the grand opening of the Valley Stream Dog Park, Central Veterinary Associates offered a low-cost rabies vaccination and microchipping clinic at Valley Stream Dog Park on May 5. Proceeds went to benefit Friends of Valley Stream Dogs. READ MORE » | WATCH VIDEO»
Winners of Cutest Dog Contest Announced
May 9, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates announced the winners of the “Cutest Dog Contest” at the “Dog Day at the Green” on May 5. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Receives “Friend of the Environment” Award from Alley Pond Environmental Center
April 27, 2012 | On April 21, Central Veterinary Associates’ doctors and staff received the Alley Pond Environmental Center’s (APEC) 2012 Friend of the Environment Award at APEC’s Earth Day reception in Douglaston, Queens. READ MORE »
Queens Courier’s Cutest Pet Contest Runs Until May 25
April 3, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates is sponsoring The Queens Courier’s 2012 Cutest Pet Contest and is urging its clients to submit their best photos of their favorite pets and to vote on their family’s and friends’ dogs until May 25. READ MORE »
CVA Named Outstanding Veterinary Contributor Award by ImproMed, LLC
March 2, 2012 | ImproMed, LLC has announced that Central Veterinary Associates has been named Outstanding Veterinary Contributor during its annual Customer of the Year Awards. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Wins “Best of the Boro” Award
February 28, 2012 | Central Veterinary Associates has announced that it has won The Queens Courier’s 2011 “Best of the Boro” Health & Beauty Awards in the category for Best Veterinarian. READ MORE »
"Mr. Popper’s Penguins" Now Available on DVD & Blu-Ray
January 17, 2012 | “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” a movie starring Jim Carrey, is now available on DVD and Blu-Ray. Dr. Ernest Vine, Dr. John Charos and Dr. Laura Gorman worked on the set of the film, as they were responsible for checking the penguins’ health status and preparing them for the transition to a saltwater environment. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Receives Long Island Business News’ Health Care Heroes Award
January 13, 2012 | On November 10, Central Veterinary Associates was named winner of the Long Island Business News Health Care Heroes Award in the category of Veterinary Hero. READ MORE »
Dr. Aaron Vine Appears on News 12’s “Animal Island”
December 22, 2011 | Dr. Aaron Vine of Central Veterinary Associates appeared on News 12’s “Animal Island” to discuss ways to keep your pet safe this holiday season. READ MORE »
Dr. Ernest Vine Interviewed on FiOS1
December 19, 2011 | Dr. Ernest Vine of Central Veterinary Associates was interviewed by FiOS1 about ways to keep your pet safe this holiday season. READ MORE »
Dr. Thanh Dang Joins Central Veterinary Associates
November 29, 2011 | Dr. Thanh Dang has joined Central Veterinary Associates as its Associate Doctor. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates Reminds the Public that It Offers Emergency Care during the Holidays
November 22, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates is reminding the public that it is offering emergency care services during the holiday season, including Thanksgiving Day. READ MORE »
Dr. John Charos Interviewed on News 12
November 14, 2011 | Dr. John Charos was interviewed by News 12 on November 14 on the importance of getting a flu shot for your pet. WATCH VIDEO »
Dr. Ernest Vine Appears on News 12’s “Animal Island”
November 3, 2011 | Dr. Ernest Vine appeared on a November 3 episode of News 12’s “Animal Island.” He talked about the importance of vaccinating your pet from canine influenza. WATCH VIDEO »
Three Doctors Join Central Veterinary Associates’ Staff
November 1, 2011 | Dr. Colleen Clark, Dr. Jenna Heusi, and Dr. Virginia Jurgens have joined Central Veterinary Associates as its Associate Doctors. READ MORE »
Dr. Frank J DeFeis Achieves Certification in Veterinary Acupuncture
Dr. Frank J DeFeis, Central Veterinary Associates’ Senior Vice President and Director of Oncology, Acupuncture and Homeopathic Medicine, has achieved certification in veterinary acupuncture from the Chi Institute in Reddick, Florida. READ MORE »
Teaming Up to Save an Animal's Life
August 3, 2011 | When Arlene Zuckerman headed back toward the Long Island Rail Road station after visiting her parents in Valley Stream on July 17, she did not expect to see a bird measuring three-and-a-half feet in length come crashing to the pavement. READ ARTICLE (PDF) »
Central Veterinary Associates Appeared on News 12's "Animal Island" Segment
July 21, 2011 | Dr. John Charos of Central Veterinary Associates brought a sulcata tortoise on News 12's "Animal Island" segment. WATCH VIDEO »
Central Veterinary Associates Offers Low-Cost Microchip Clinic at “Family Fun Day”
July 13, 2011 | On June 25, veterinarians from Central Veterinary Associates and Bayside Animal Clinic held a low-cost microchip clinic during the Friends of Fort Totten Parks’ “Family Fun Day” at the Fort Totten Parade Grounds in Bayside. READ MORE »
Dr. Greg Nelson, DVM, DVABM, was interviewed by FiOS1 on how to take care of your pets during the hot summer season
July 11, 2011 | WATCH VIDEO »
Central Veterinary Associates Appeared on News 12's "Animal Island" Segment
June 30, 2011 | WATCH VIDEO »
Central Veterinary Associates Worked on the Set of the Film “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” Starring Jim Carrey
June 17, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates worked on the set of the film “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” starring Jim Carrey. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Offers Free Rabies Vaccinations for Over 100 Pets
June 8, 2011 | As a public service, veterinarians from Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. came to Pet Works in Lawrence to provide free rabies vaccinations for pets on May 22. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Cares for Alligator Found at Mill Pond
June 6, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. announces that an alligator has been in its care after it was brought in by a couple who found it at Mill Pond in Valley Stream. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Offers Low-Cost Microchip Clinic at “Pets & Pals Party”
May 18, 2011 | On May 15, veterinarians from Central Veterinary Associates, P.C., Terrace Animal Clinic in Great Neck and Bayside Animal Clinic held a low-cost microchip clinic at Alley Pond Park in Douglaston. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Takes Care of “Mr. Popper’s Penguins”
April 26, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. announced that it recently completed caring for a group of penguins that were used in the making of Jim Carrey’s latest film “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” which is scheduled to be released on June 17. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. and Alley Pond Environmental Center Present “A Salute to NYC Biodiversity” Photo Contest
April 15, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. will join Alley Pond Environmental Center in judging the entries for the “A Salute to NYC Biodiversity” photography contest. READ MORE »
Dr. John Charos Interviewed by Channel 2 News
March 21, 2011 | Dr. John Charos, Chief Operating Officer, Central Veterinary Associates, P.C., was interviewed by Channel 2 News on the cats that were trapped by a Suffolk County man and released in the woods at Sunken Meadow Park. READ MORE »
Boa Constrictor Abandoned in Springfield Park Available for Adoption
February 23, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. announces that a snake that was placed in its care after being found abandoned in Queens County late last year has recovered and is available for adoption. READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. Receives Accreditation from New York State VFAP
January 19, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. has received accreditation from the New York State Veterinary Facility Accreditation Program (VFAP). READ MORE »
Dr. Greg Nelson Board Certified as General Practitioner
January 3, 2011 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. announced that Dr. Greg Nelson, Senior Vice President, has been named a board-certified general practitioner in Canine & Feline Practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). READ MORE »
Central Veterinary Associates to participate in Fundraisor for National Assistance Dog Training Organization
June 16, 2010 | Central Veterinary Associates, P.C. joins veterinarians nationwide in Dog Flu Vaccination Clinics to Benefit National Assistance Dog Training Organization. READ MORE »
Vets Heal Owl, Return Her to Wild
February 18, 2010 | The Alley Pond Environmental Center has an extra pair of wings in its skies, thanks to the caring work provided by one Queens- and Nassau- based veterinary center. READ MORE (PDF) »
