my amazinggg, gorgeous, beautiful shih tzu got spayed here cause i was scared about anesthesia and their google reviews were pretty good for the area. my dog never really had any issues post-op besides yacking but she lowkey always does that! so not really new and they gave me new meds that made her not yack when i came back! she's healing really fast!! you may have to call twice cause they are kinda busy, but their wait times aren't any worse than other vets ive been to and the vibes are pretty good and they're cheap! read more

Queens Low-Cost Veterinary Center - dog in cone after spaying - Veterinarians Near Me - Astoria, New York

My dog had been going here for 2 years and I was very happy with his care. However, when it came time for his annual checkup and vaccines this year, I called 3 separate times and no one answered the phone or returned my messages. It was very frustrating. I thought they may have closed. I like Dr. Ali and the staff, but they need to really improve their customer service before I ever bring my dog there again. read more

Absolutely horrible experience with this vet holding my dogs heartworm medication hostage. Secretary on the phone states the dog hasn't had her heartworm test in over year which when she checked was wrong as the last test was in October. I understand the years coming close but calling to schedule an appointment for that is obviously too much to ask they would rather reject your dogs heartworm medication from chewy on a Saturday of a holiday weekend so she can actually end up missing the pill for this month. This is the exact same medicine I got last year so I really don't understand the logic of putting my dog more at risk of heartworm because you want to do an early check up. Found the receipt of the last time you guys gave my dog a check and it was in November actually so it's two months early this is ridiculous. To be blatantly lied to on the phone just for you to schedule a visit seems like extortion or at the very least exploitation. read more

Queens Low-Cost Veterinary Center - Receipt of heartworm test and heartworm medicine on November, 13 2025 - Veterinarians Near Me - Astoria, New York

My dog needed urgent attention for a scratching problem and I was having difficulty getting an appointment at my regular DVM, so I decided to try Queens Low-Cost Veterinary Center and I was very happy with the experience. The staff is friendly and kind, and Dr. Mohamed Ali clearly has a lot of experience, is very knowledgeable and was gentle and kind to my Princess. After getting blood work, updated vaccines and and anti-flea shot and related meds, the total bill was considerably less than I expected. As promised, Dr. Ali called me the next day with Princess's blood test results and I received a report by email at the same time. Friendly, kind, knowledgeable and professional - everything we hope for when our pets need medical attention. Highly recommend! read more

Whatever the name of the Man vet has got to be the most distasteful foul mannered person ever. He doesn't care for answering any questions you have about your animal, tricks you into waiting in the lobby and doing whatever surgery or shots for animal he pleases. You have no way of even knowing if the procedures you payed for are actually being done since they don't allow to to be in the room. The vet also lies about Plans/Kits to help with cost and then not following it afterwards making You pay full price or they won't give your pet back. Again, he doesn't answer any questions, and it's sickening to see these other reviews about peoples animals dying after using anesthesia, being I just got surgery done on my animal. Terrible, spend your money elsewhere read more

STAY FAR AWAY FROM THIS PLACE!!! This place doesn't care about your pets as they claim, they only care about the money. After waiting for the doctor for 45 minutes in a room he finally comes in and was barely in there for 5 minutes. Hardly looked at my cat asked what I needed, I told him he has thyroid and he needs his annual and blood test to see where he is. The doctor says "ok here's my estimate"proceeds to write down everything he "needs" and says "can you pay?" Once I remove some things that were unnecessary and agree to just the blood work he says "ok we'll admit him it'll take 30 minutes thank you for coming" and storms out! When I tell you it happened so fast I was extremely confused! My cat is 19 years old, I take him yearly to the vet and every place has always taken the blood right in front of me it takes a couple of minutes MAX! Then his assistant (I'm assuming) comes in to take my cat and I asked "you're taking him for his blood work?" The assistant didn't even know what was happening he said "well what did the doctor tell you?" I literally took my cats carrier out of hands and told them they're not touching him! When I go upstairs the doctor hears me explaining to another assistant what was going on and tells me "ok ok you don't pay anything just leave!" Cause he didn't want others to hear what was going on! They are like a factory in there and don't answer any questions! There's something weird going on in there for sure! I came here cause they charge less and claim they care about your animals but that's definitely not true! I rather keep going to my current expensive vet than let this place do who knows what to him! read more

Exceptional! They actually treated my pet medically and didn't try to sell me on expensive tests with fear tactics. Highly recommend. It's worth the train ride to Astoria for the best medical care and an affordable, reasonable price. They don't have wi-fi but the Doctor here is competent and knowledgable. read more

the receptionist is horrible get someone better and not disrespectful to new client that's going to be the down fall of the clinic 10-8-26 around 1pm that's when I spoke to a female receptionist horrible horrible experience made me not want to call at all read more

I love the amazing service from the whole staff, however the veterinarian is the best I ever encountered in NYC and I been to a few. The best! thank you read more

This location acknowledged my dog had a racing heart beat and in distress and just said- take to the cardiologist. Little bedside manners.

I am deeply disappointed and heartbroken by the care my beloved cat, Max, received at Queens Low Cost Vet, located at 2827 Steinway Avenue, Queens, NY 11303. My experience with this clinic has been devastating and has resulted in the untimely death of my cherished pet. On January 29, 2023, I took Max, who was 11 years old, to Queens Low Cost Vet for a routine check-up. Despite being a bit overweight, Max had always been healthy, and his lab results were normal. The vet recommended dental work and weight management to ensure his continued health. Trusting their advice, I made the necessary changes to Max's diet. After losing Max's sister to kidney issues diagnosed at the same clinic in May, I was extremely cautious about Max's health. I scheduled a dental consultation for him on June 5, 2023. During the consultation, they did new blood tests to ensure Max was fit for the procedure. Despite my insistence on reviewing the blood results before proceeding, the clinic went ahead with the dental work without informing me of the results. To my horror, they informed me only after the procedure that Max's BUN levels were mildly elevated, although his creatinine levels were normal. They dismissed my concerns, advising me to continue focusing on his weight loss. Immediately after the procedure, Max's health began to deteriorate. Although it took a few days for the full extent of his decline to become apparent, he eventually became lethargic, stopped eating, and showed signs of severe discomfort. On June 17, just 11 days after the dental work, a different vet diagnosed Max with severe kidney and liver issues. Despite my efforts and multiple vet visits, Max passed away on June 19. I had Max since he was 6 weeks old, and for 11 years, he was a happy, healthy cat who never got sick. It is only after the dental procedure at Queens Low Cost Vet that his health took such a drastic and fatal turn. I believe that the dental procedure and the anesthesia used at Queens Low Cost Vet significantly worsened Max's condition, leading to his rapid decline. This clinic's reckless and negligent behavior not only caused immense suffering to Max but also left me devastated by his loss. Queens Low Cost Vet's actions were driven by greed, with little regard for the well-being of the animals in their care. Their lack of proper communication, failure to adhere to veterinary standards, and overall negligence are unacceptable. If you care about your pets, I strongly advise you to avoid Queens Low Cost Vet. My experience with them has been nothing short of a nightmare, and I hope that no other pet owner has to endure the pain and heartbreak that I have faced. Please, do your research and choose a veterinary clinic that genuinely cares about the health and safety of your pets. Justice needs to be served, and our pets deserve better than the malpractice exhibited by Queens Low Cost Vet. read more

I live in the city and take the subway here. One, the vet, Dr. Ali, is a fabulous, no bs, caring guy. I had my dog's teeth deep cleaned and a lump removed from her tail, both at the same time. The tech Ariel, is a loving kind animal guy and the front desk people know what they're doing. Everyone put me at ease re my older dog Leona going under anesthesia. The price is unbelievably less than vets in the city. Can't praise these guys enough. read more

Queens Low-Cost Veterinary Center - Leona on her way from the city to Queens Low Cost Vet Center in Astoria. - Veterinarians Near Me - Astoria, New York

Worst experience. I made an appointment for today @4:45 and no one was answering the phone! I should've took that as a sign. When I get to the clinic it's completely closed @4:30 even though they said they are open on Wednesdays at 6. No one is answering my calls or even calling me back read more

I am writing about 3 days after my sweet, little 19month old cat, Artemis, had a life changing surgery at Queens Low Cost Veterinary Center. I adopted Artemis earlier this year after months of fostering her. She didn't have a good start to her life. Long story short, she was rescued from the streets of Sunset Park in late August 2022 and I started fostering shortly afterwards in early September 2022. She was always an affectionate little cat, her only issue being that she had respiratory issues from her times on the streets. Because of this, her respiratory issues are always considered a preexisting condition. Every vet bill claim was denied because of this. Artemis's respiratory issues started to become more prominent earlier this year and she needed x-rays to see if she had bronchitis or pneumonia. The results revealed that she had nasal polyps and that surgery was needed to remove them. This surgery, the consultations and MRIs that most other clinics require before a surgery like this, would have cost around $4000 out of pocket. But then I came across Queens Low Cost Veterinary Center on a Google search. I set up a $25 consultation as soon as possible and Dr. Ali told me what he would do to remove the polyp. And that it would cost $1800 all together. So I set up an appointment for two weeks later ( The surgery was a success and a HUGE polyp was removed. I cried when saw how big it was. I can't believe she has to live with that all of her life. Now her breathing is great. She's in recovery now at home and already being her cute little self! I don't know why some people have given this place bad reviews. I found all of my experiences here good and efficient. The prices are amazing and the workers are friendly and professional. Can't recommend this place enough! read more

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The worst service at all. Last year I came and I the doctor was super nice and Friendly. But then and now the helpers are way to rude!! The lady is saying that she's busy but she was just looking at the door!! read more

I try calling multiple times over the course of 3 days. No answer. The business hours are from 11am-6pm. I spend an hour on commute just to go in person to make an appointment for my sick cat (since they refuse to pick up the phone.) I show up at 4 pm, two hours before they close, and the shop is already closed. What is going on? No one picks up the phone and now the business isn't even open? it still shows as open on Google. So unprofessional. This is the clinic I prefer going to for their low costs, ASPCA is difficult to get an appointment with, and I don't want to look around endlessly for other vets I may or may not like. So I beg the question, why the fuck is the store closed at 4 when it's supposed to close at 6, and why doesn't anyone pick the phone up? read more

Warning to pet parents. It can be appealing to bring your pets here as it's cheaper than other vets. But do not bring your pets here for anything serious. My cat was found to have asthma here & the vet suggested a depo shot monthly to assist with that. He said it was safe & no side effects were relayed to me about this medication. My cat got 3 shots total, 3 months in a row. He also suggested an albuterol inhaler to assist in emergency situations. I decided to get a second opinion & went to another vet. Here I was told that the treatment of feline asthma with the depo shot is severely outdated & many negative side effects have been shown with continued use of this medication. Blood work was drawn for my cat, and showed her liver health was dangerously poor & possibly entering liver disease if no intervention was taken. This was caused by the depo shot, as bloodwork for my cat had been taken prior to finding out about her asthma diagnosis, and she was completely healthy. She only had 3 shots total, which the vet considered chronic use. Obviously I did not get her another depo treatment, I was given a prescription for a fluticasone inhaler that is safely used to treat feline asthma. And my baby is doing great now. Imagine if I hadn't taken her for a second opinion. Also, the vet at the low cost clinic had to sedate my cat to give her a x ray & confirm diagnosis. My cat has been put under before, for spaying elsewhere, and responds well to the sedation with no extreme complications upon waking up. However, when i went to pick her up from the low cost vet after she was awake, she was still not able to sit up or walk. They told me i had to take her home like that, which standard practice is to wait and monitor the cat until she is up & walking normal. So I brought her home like that and she was unable to stand/sit up or walk for almost 7 hours after I brought her home. That is NOT normal. I don't know what they did, or if too much medicine was used based on her body weight, but clearly it wasn't appropriate or safe to sedate her to that point & release her to me as such. Once again, I know it's appealing that this vet is low cost, but you get what you pay for. I would not risk the health of any of my animals here again. read more

I had nothing but I great experience I took my two cats to be neutered and I paid total of 600 dollars. Compared to other location they were giving me an estimate of 2000 dollars for two cats. The doctor is great, patient, and reliable. I have recommended other to come here. read more

Very good vet with friendly staff took good care of our baby and he's an older dog is hard to find vets that are willing to be patient with older dogs thank you read more

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Went here to check my new puppy that had an umbilical hernia due to birth and also took my golden retriever. The service was quick and they took both dogs in and the same time appointment. During a routine wellness examination, your veterinarian will ask you questions about your dog's diet, exercise, thirst, breathing, behavior, habits, elimination patterns (i.e., bowel movements and urination), lifestyle, and general health. Your veterinarian will also perform a physical examination of your dog. Key words was PERFORM A PHYSICAL EXAM. He did not check nothing not even listen to the heart beat and how they were breathing. He just asked why we came and just saw the issues we stated and literally took 10 mins. Within those 10 mins he was throwing others things in to get more money . For the hernia is was starting $300 due to it being small. I just did not like the service and how the doctor poorly exam my dogs. The humane society which I usually go to was backed up on appointments so since I live in queens I decided to try this location out. I just felt it was in and out and just wanted the 25 dollars to talk for 10 mins mind you I have two dogs not just one. Absolutely unacceptable! read more

Best vet I've ever been to. Staff is 10/10 nice. They are up front about the prices too and what's to be expected. They told us what is necessary and unnecessary and why they feel that way. Hes straight to the point and is so good at what he does. They educated us on the risk and benefits of every procedure and treatment as well. It's busy, but they were efficient. The doctor was so kind. I will recommend this vet to everyone and anyone read more

I va took my fur boy here for a neuter and the staff and provider were great. The doctor examined my dog and he was cleared for his neuter surgery. I received a call that he was awake a bit earlier and was able to pick him up a few hours later. They gave me instructions on his follow-up and the doctor asked if I had any questions. The facility is very clean and organized. I will bring my boy back here for his other care. read more

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Whoever answers the phone at this facility has the nastiest attitude. If you don't want to work, STAY HOME! They open at 11, but when you call no one answers. And when they finally do she talks like she has a stick up her ass. Horrible service. read more

All of our pets had surgery and vaccines at this location clean and professional. Thank you to the Dr. And all the staff for taking care of all my precious babies read more

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Worst veterinary care i've ever been too. DO NOT COME HERE DO NOT BRING UR PETS HERE!!! I wanted to neuter my dog asap and they were the only ones available; they didn't tell me i couldn't feed my pet prior to surgery causing me to reschedule to the next day. The lady on the phone was absolutely rude i should've seen that as a red flag. I had asked if I should continue to give my dog her pain medication due to her torn leg muscle and they said no ( in other words they want my dog to suffer in pain) The next day i come in for my appointment and my dogs very scared when it comes to vets which is normal... They told me to stand outside and wait because he was barking which is unacceptable because do you kick out a crying baby at the doctors? Absolutely no customer care whatsoever. So I'm finally called in and because my dogs already scared he felt unease by strangers touch. They didn't care or welcome my pet in any manner. They handed me a muzzle and told me to put it on MYSELF. Now how do i put on a muzzle as one person myself. Outrageous i was also so upset they kept leaving me in the room are you a fast food restaurant?? i don't think so so why are you not giving me ur full attention and care i need like veterinary's are supposed to. Then the doctor proceeded to tell me if i can't put the muzzle on him then he can't do the surgery and proceeded to say because i am the owner i should be able to put it on him. So they leave me in the room again. Then come back in to tell me to wait outside and that they need the room. Absolutely ridiculous what kind of veterinary care group is this. This place seems like they would abuse your dog. The staff were all miserable. Can't believe i even thought to bring my dog to a place like this. read more

I called because I had emergency with my dog. She had pyometra. I explained to them that the place I had gone to was overcharging and that if she doesn't get this surgery she won't make it to Monday. I called Friday about 11 am . By the time I got there they had the room ready for her to get her surgery. The veterinary explained everything in details and even after surgery he sent us a video so we can see that leyla was good. We picked her up with all the meds we needed for her. I must say I will definitely recommend this vet for your furry baby. They took really good care of mines read more

Queens Low-Cost Veterinary Center - This is my 8 year old Labrador she had pyometra - Veterinarians Near Me - Astoria, New York

worse place to take your pet, they have one person working doing stuff they are not prepared for, this girl who does cleaning and also as a vet, is so arrogant a grouse she has disgusting dirty hands and nails also with fake lashes that are full of bacterias, and they doing medical procedures in this conditions, the travel document is like a 2 years kid drawing, so unprofesional comparing to whatever other clinic, they give u one paper broken mess up, they take your money, and hide after u ask for a copy of what they did, plus, low cost? is the worse and spensive, for that dirty office, read more

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Staff was nice. Place was clean. They took good care of my dog. I gave 4 stars because the price I was told on the phone was only half of what they charged. Just wish they would have been more transparent about the added fees after I got there. read more

This place is NOT low cost at all so beware. Waited 6 months for a spaying appointment just to be told on the day of itd be more than double the price I had seen online. Vet was trying to add a ton services we did not need making the bill way higher than expected. Complete false advertisement. They also changed their website recently & wanted to say the prices did not go up even though I have a screenshot of the old website and it was different! But they probably fake the prices on the website anyway. Sad excuse for a supposed low cost vet. What a waste of 6 months. read more

Finally... if you are looking for a honest vet that actually cares about your furry family member then look no further. I met Dr.Ali when I had taken my dog to get his yearly shots at petco. He noticed there that there was something wrong with his eye. He right away wrote me a script to help treat that, something he really didn't have to do... most vets would say that's not what you brought him in for or they will charge you so much to run so many unnecessary tests (something the vet I actually took him to prior had done). I asked Dr.Ali if he had his own clinic and he mentioned it was in the works... and would be opening within the next few months. From then on he has become our permanent vet. Fast forward one night my son noticed our little guy was turning blue, it was around 10pm and I called Dr.Ali and he said come in, I will take a look at him and see what we can do... getting there he saw we were all distraught, we all knew what was about to happen. He quickly took him and gave him some oxygen and examine him. He had the kids go in to be with our little Riley while he had a talk with me. He let me know what was happening and said I had a decision to make, he said it's his time, he's old, and he's suffering, that it's his time. He gave us some time to spend with him before he went to sleep. It was an emotional time for all of us but especially my son. The Dr was very kind, caring and patient. When the time came, he went peacefully and dr Ali gently covered him after his passing. I asked if I can leave him there till we get his grave ready and he absolutely agreed. At one of the most difficult times in my children's life, God sent us Dr.Ali, someone who cared for both the furry babies as well as their human companions. Dr Ali took his own family out of the comfort and warmth of their own home in the late hours of the evening to comfort and be their for mine. Thank you so much Dr.Ali, your good deeds will be repaid in the world and in the hereafter. read more

Very knowledgeable and kind staff. They are so welcoming here, even the Vet himself. I waited no longer than 20 minutes for them to see me (there was someone before me). I paid after the consultation, but it was a lot more than I was initially quoted. That's the only downside I had. But I was mostly happy with my kitten being neutered by a trustworthy Vet. I am very content with the Vet I chose and will continue coming here for check ups in the future. Very pleased read more

AVOID AT ALL LOW COSTS- They rushed us and acted like they couldn't spend one minute to answer our question we need to know WHY our dogs eye looks like this and they wouldn't answer us. He stopped us and said you're really asking a lot of questions!!!!!!! Then he should answer one!!! I would never go back. do not recommend this place to anyone! read more

Dr. Ali is amazing and very caring. He performed emergency surgery on my 9 year old American Bully, saving her life. She was back to normal in no time! My 4 year old Miniture Schnauzer is also a patient there. Low Cost Veterinary Center definitely has the most competitive prices in all of Queens. Dr. Ali will let you know all your options and how much things will cost. Ive seen people travel to the office all the way from the bronx. Overall, I would highly recommend! read more

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Dr. Ali and his team are amazing! My older dog needed emergency surgery and I'm so glad I took her to Queens Low Cost Veterinary Center, Dr. Ali saved her life and she was back to herself in no time! The office is welcoming and the doctor is very knowledgeable and genuinely cares for you and your pet. Prices are extremely affordable and much lower than any other "low cost" vet around. I definitely found my new vet and would highly recommend. read more

I took my 6 month old pit bull Pirata to this clinic and the vet saved his life! He had swallowed too many pieces of wood & other foreign objects (I should've been more careful with watching him) so when he started vomiting and having severe diarrhea we took him to westchester animal hospital and if we listened to them my baby boy would've died! They sent him home with som antibiotics & a laxative! He kept getting worse and worse so we found this clinic online and we went the following morning, the doctor knew that Pirata was in a dying situation without checking the X-rays, by rushing him he was able to save his life, Doctor Ali and his team were amazing I'm not going to anyone else but him for my dogs needs and I've already recommended him to everyone in my building, Doc Ali is really a life savior so thankful and I promise you His prices are unbeatable, they usually charge 4/5k instead doc worked with us and gave us an affordable price. Check Pirata's recovery's photos, his scar looks impeccable, you wouldn't even be able to say that he got such big surgery. read more

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Dr. Ali is the best. He knows his stuff and the pricing is very reasonable. Your pets will be in good hands at this clinic.

I called made an appointment they quoted me one number for neutering $250 got there was charged for a whole list of other things walked out paying nearly 600 dollars! NEVER AGAIN! read more

I was they 2 time the dr Ali is very nice but the staff on the front they r very nasty I call 3 time to send me over my dog medical record they just hung up the phone and told me I will sed over now then I don't get nothing I call again this same situation she told me I will send on next 2 minute nothing now I have to go there and I will talk to the doctor abut this read more

I would give 0 if possible. Absolutely mortified by the lack of care and disregard for my cats life. After already speaking about the situation via email, and explaining that my cat needed an ultrasound guided fine needle aspiration biopsy for a mass in his lung, we were told he needed to be seen first before they can schedule that procedure. I tried to make an appointment and the app wasn't working so we had no choice but to get there early and wait to be seen. We spend over $100 ubering back and forth because it was over 90 degrees and public transit isnt always on schedule during rush hour, we waited 3 hours in 90+ degree heat just for the nasty man vet to tell us there's no point in spending any money on my baby when theres nothing they can do. That there's no point, and to just accept the fact he's going to die. This was after $145 for the exam and bloodwork. AFTER we were told that the biopsy could be done through email. Even the nurses said it could be done, that we would just have to wait for the next availability. The vet left a message at 9pm the following night saying the bloodwork was fine, no specifics or copy, but they can't do the FNA, so my fiance called the day after asking why, especially because we were told they could, and the guy literally hung up on him. So rude and unprofessional. I cannot speak for the entire staff, but the main guy vet does not care about the fate of your pet. 3 hours waiting in extreme heat, and over $250 spent on transportation, exam and bloodwork, in addition the stress my already sick cat had to go through, and we got nothing but a bad attitude, no explanation, and getting hung up on. Do NOT waste your time. read more

Staff is really nice, and the vet and assistant were very nice as well. I'm giving it 4 stars because I had an appointment and I was waiting for a while (which I didn't mind) but this lady with a reactive poodle came a while later, checked in, and was constantly asking the staff how many people were in front of her. Then her dog kept barking non stop and the vet came out and saw the dog was being too disruptive and he told the staff he'll just check her in right now. I heard the staff trying to say no to that because she was a walk-in meaning she didn't even have an appointment and that she wasn't next in line either. However, the vet didn't care and he didn't want the dog barking in the waiting room so he just took them in. And I don't mind a reactive dog because I have one myself but there were people waiting longer than her with appointments. People with reactive dogs were also waiting outside the vet and it wasn't fair for them either. So I didn't like that she got priority because of her barking dog. read more