St.Francis Animal Hospital

03/13/2026

Older pets may experience arthritis, vision loss, dental disease, and cognitive decline.

Twice-yearly exams help us support comfort and longevity.

03/10/2026

A healthy weight adds years to your pet’s life. Even a few extra pounds strain joints and organs.

03/07/2026

This week some students from PS 48 came to visit us at St.Francis Animal Hospital! Mrs.Cardinali and Ms.Grillo brought their Community Service group to see us and make a donation for the animals. We all had a great morning! The group told us about what they do and the contributions they have made to the community and the projects they have lined up for the future. And the girls got to hear from Dr.Brigande and ask questions about what it's like to become a Vet and some of the things that he does. Our Practice Manager Christine discussed some pet care related topics with the students and even showed them some very cool x-rays! Our office works closely with NYC Teens for Animals, a local rescue for cats and kittens. The group hand made blankets and presented them to Sophie, the founder of the rescue at our office. As a treat for the students, Sophie brought a little friend named "Kevin" to meet the girls and have a little play time! "Kevin" is one of the kitties available for adoption through the rescue. As another treat for the group, we had "Malfoy" and his handler/owner Anne Marie come to visit. "Malfoy" is a service dog assigned to Ann Marie from an organization called Canine Companions. Ann Marie spoke to the girls and told them all the ways that "Malfoy" helps her with her every day life and showed them some of the commands that he knows. Then they got to spend some "cuddle time" with him and ask lots of questions. To wrap up our visit we had some refreshments and each student got a goody bag. We hope the girls had as good of a time as we did, and learned a few things too. And if anyone is interested in adopting or fostering, NYC Teens for Animals is having an adoption event on Sunday March 15th at My Natural Pet in Bay Ridge. Below you can enjoy some pictures from our fun day!

02/27/2026

Dental disease can impact the heart, liver, and kidneys.

Regular cleanings and good home care protect your pet from serious infections and discomfort.

Ask us about dental evaluations.

02/26/2026

We're baaaaack!! We will be open for business again Thursday 2/26.Call to schedule an appointment, pick up food or refill medication. Whatever you need, we're here for you!

02/25/2026

Raw diets carry risks like bacteria, parasites, and nutritional imbalance.

Contact us before making major diet changes!

02/24/2026

Good news!! On Thursday 2/26 we will be open again for appointments, medication refills, food, phone calls, etc
So, back to business as usual. Please send all appointment requests through our website or app, or via e-mail. If you need anything before Thursday, please send us an e-mail. We are still unable to access the voicemails from home. If you have left a voicemail, your call will be returned Thursday. Stay warm & we'll see you then!

02/24/2026

Due to the continued inclement weather and dangerous travel conditions, the office will be closed on Tuesday 2/24/26.
The forecast may be calling for more snow mid week, but we do want to open the office either Wednesday or Thursday for a half day to allow clients to pick up medications and food. We will keep you updated as we follow the weather reports. As previously stated, VERG at 196 4th Ave is available 24/7 for emergencies. Also if you need to reach us, please send an e-mail. We wereunable to access the voicemails today. If you did leave a message, we will return your call Tuesday afternoon.

02/23/2026

*****OFFICE CLOSURE*****

Due to inclement weather, our office will be closed on Monday 2/23/26. If you have an appointment scheduled, we will be in touch to reschedule. We are still unsure about Tuesday, we will keep you updated once we see what travel conditions are. As stated earlier, we will be checking e-mail throughout the day and VERG is open for emergencies. Stay safe!

02/22/2026

Good morning! As you all know, we are expecting some severe weather and heavy snow. We will keep you updated on our schedule changes and potential office closings. Please remember that even if we are not in the office, we will be checking e-mails from home if there is an urgent situation. If you do have an emergency, call our office first. If we do not answer, you have the option of having your call forwarded to the Emergency Hospital VERG. You can also go directly to VERG at 196 4th Avenue. We have already confirmed with them that they will be open for business as usual throughout this looming blizzard. Please stay safe and keep your pets safe. We will keep you updated about the schedule.

02/15/2026

Sweet Lorenzo hopes everyone had a wonderful Valentine's Day and got lots of gifts! He wants to remind you that a gift meant to be a token of affection can actually be potentially dangerous for your pet. Chocolate, if ingested, depending on type and how much is ingested can result in a range of problems from vomiting & diarrhea to heart arythmias, seizures and even death. Remember, the darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more dangerous.
Also, flowers, while both beautiful and fragrant can also pose a serious threat to your pets. Common flowers that are toxic to pets are Carnations, Tulips, Baby's Breath, Lilies and Daffodils. Safer options are Sunflowers, Roses, Marigolds & Orchids.
If your pet does eat something they shouldn't, contact Poison Control and our office right away. Our office number is 718-621-1629 and ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center is 888-426-4435
Enjoy your gifts and keep your pets safe!

Since 1998, St. Francis Animal Hospital has been providing professional veterinary services to the Brooklyn, NY area.

02/07/2026

We still have some slots available for Dental Month. Book your pet's dental procedure in the month of February and save $100!