About Us

The Rockaway Tradition of Caring for Pets

The partnership that became the Animal Hospital of the Rockaways was founded in 1977. Drs. Rogoff and Simon broke ground for new construction that resulted in a new building to serve the pets of our area. After more than 30 years in practice, the entire hospital was redone in 2009. Everything has been updated and thoroughly modernized, using the same technology and cleanliness standards that are employed in human hospitals.

Our staff at Animal Hospital of the Rockaways in Rockaway Park NYExam rooms have examination tables that can be raised or lowered so that no matter the size of the animal we are able to see him or her at the proper height. The tables are equipped with scales to give an accurate weight. In fact, a 140-pound dog can be lifted and weighed as easily as a tiny kitten. The motion is gentle, so your pet will never be frightened. Each room is equipped with modern computers that can be used to view digital X-rays at high magnification.

Night vision cameras have been installed in the hospital so that your pet can be monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. With just a flick of a switch on any computer, our staff is able to see what’s going on at all times.

Before any treatment or surgery, you will be given a written estimate of all costs so that there are no surprises. You are always welcome to come and have a tour of our hospital. We sincerely hope you’ll enjoy learning more about us!

We are a family, and when you and your pet come to visit us, we care for your pets as if they were our own.

We Are Proud of Our Community Involvement

As the only full-service and the oldest veterinary hospital in the Rockaways, the Animal Hospital of the Rockaways is pleased to support many local organizations, teams, schools, and religious organizations. Among these are:

  • Rockaway Chamber of Commerce
  • Rockaway Little League
  • St. Francis De Sales Parish
  • St. Francis De Sales School
  • Beach Channel High School
  • Public School/MS 114
  • 100th Precinct Community Council
  • Night Out Against Crime
  • Rockaway Theater Company
  • West End Temple
  • Broad Channel Volunteers, Inc.
  • Temple Beth El
  • St. Rose of Lima Parish
  • St. Rose of Lima School
  • Peninsula Hospital Center
  • Revlon Run/Walk for Women
  • Philip Port Memorial Unit of the American Cancer Society
  • Patricia Ladew Foundation
  • St. Camillus Parish
  • St. Camillus School
  • The Blessed Trinity Parish

Our History

Graduates of Cornell University Veterinary College, Dr. Jay Rogoff and Dr. Allan Simon established the Animal Hospital of the Rockaways in 1977. After more than 39 years in practice, the doctors and staff are more committed than ever to providing comprehensive, quality care for each pet patient. Our goal is always to enhance the well-being and quality of life for every animal we see.

We seek to achieve this goal by having a compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional staff; using the latest technological advances; and implementing the foremost veterinary practices. Everyone at the Animal Hospital of the Rockaways aspires to educate and involve each client in a lifetime health care plan for his or her special companion.