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Cooper Square Veterinary Hospital

We are a companion animal hospital offering the best veterinary care in Manhattan. It is our commitment to provide high-quality care throughout the life of your dog or cat. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young, healthy pets, early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages, and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during their lifetime.

We understand the special role every pet plays in family life and are dedicated to becoming your pets health care partner. We treat your pet as we would our own. Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire healthcare team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual pet owner.

Meet Our Team

Veterinarian & Owner

John Gagliardi, DVM

Dr. John Gagliardi achieved his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. He then completed an internship at Coast Pet Clinic and Animal Cancer Center in California. Dr. Gagliardi then practiced in Southern California for 5 years before returning to New York. He opened Cooper Square Veterinary Hospital in 2003 to offer the gold standard of veterinary medicine.
Veterinary Technician

Guilherme Luz

I am graduate in Veterinary Medicine from Brazil with over five years of experience in the animal health field across two countries. Born and raised in a small countryside town, I grew up surrounded by animals and nature, spending my childhood on my grandfather’s farm, where I often helped with tasks like milking cows.

After earning my veterinary degree, I worked as a veterinary representative for 3.5 years with leading brands in the pet care and nutrition industry, including Hill's Pet Nutrition. Seeking new challenges and international opportunities, I moved to the United States, where I’ve been working as a veterinary technician for over two years.

Veterinary Technician

Giovanni Rentas

Full Bio coming soon! I've been a Veterinary Technician for several years and am currently in school to become eligible for my Veterinary Technician license.
Veterinary Technician Assistant

Anaïs Elkins

Originally from outside of Boston, I have been a lifelong animal lover. I moved to NYC for undergraduate sociolinguistic studies and started a career in the language services industry. Post pandemic I became very involved in dog and cat rescue. I adopted my dog in 2021 and have fostered ever since with Waggytail Rescue. I decided to make a life change and pursue a future in veterinary medicine to serve the homeless animal population through rescue and shelter focused medicine.
Client Care Coordinator

Jessica Amedeo

Born and raised in Queens, I've always had a love for working with people and animals, and I'm passionate about making sure every client feels supported and heard in regards to their pets. When I'm not helping pet owners navigate their visits, you'll find me immersed in music or video games; two of my favorite hobbies. I'm excited to be a part of this team where I can combine my love of animals and my dedication to excellent care.

Specialists

Board Certified Veterinary Cardiologist

Jean-Paul Petrie, DVM

Dr. Petrie is a board certified Veterinary Cardiologist who performs echocardiograms and a complete evaluation of your pet’s heart health at our hospital.
Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon

Anthony Kahn, DACVS

Our amazing surgeons Dr. Kahn and Dr. Horowitz and their team are available for surgeries that require a specialist.
Board Certified Veterinary Surgeon

Farrah Horowitz, DACVS

Our amazing surgeons Dr. Kahn and Dr. Horowitz and their team are available for surgeries that require a specialist.