Long Island Veterinary Specialists (LIVS)



Welcome!
At Long Island Veterinary Specialists, you can be confident your pet will receive veterinary care that is second to none.
Nationally recognized specialists
World-class diagnostic and surgical technologies
Industry pioneers in procedures and treatments
Caring and compassionate professionals

We Always Deliver
This care is delivered with genuine compassion, fueled by our unwavering commitment to treat you and your pet with thoughtfulness and respect. We give our best so your pet can feel better – and so can you. We proudly serve the pets of Plainview, New York City and surrounding areas. Call us today at (516) 501-1700!
Client Reviews & Testimonials
We value feedback from our clients. Here is just a small sample of the hundreds of happy and healthy pets that we have cared for.
Nina Goldman
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
I was nervous taking my dog to Long Island Veterinary Specialists--both because I was worried about his condition but also because some of these google reviews scared me! I don't always write reviews but I am happy to do so here (unasked!) because I was very pleased with my experience and I want to assure others that they too may have a positive experience. Because of som...
Matthew Yandoli
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
Caring, competent and honest. 3 very important traits in a business like this.
Allison Nelson
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
I travel from Holtsville to Plainview for a reason, from the second you walk in to the moment you leave the staff is so attentive and friendly! Dr. Wiggins is my bunny Oreos doctor and is so thorough and gentle with my baby… she came highly recommended and I now highly recommend her myself!
Emily Fanelli
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
Dr.Joshua.W. Tumulty is my Dog Lexi specialist’s I see him for my little yorkie who means the world to me He has improved the life of my girl who means the world to me . He and his staff are very careful with my baby who is a little wiggly when held they take very good care of her I highly recommend him he has great Manners and shows he is very concern and caring for his...
Anna Rapisardi
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
Great medical care from Dr. Sapienza and his staff. Very professional and staff is caring and kind.
Meagan Lee Butler
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
LIVS has treated my little old man, and me, so well for several years. They accommodated us when Pekoe had an emergency with his eye, and they continue to stay on top of his long-term treatment plan to this day.
Taryn Freund
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
LIVS has been nothing short of amazing since the first day I called about my poor pup who herniated a disc and was completely paralyzed in her back legs. They got us in so quickly for an appointment with Dr Waddell the neurosurgeon while other places had a 3 month wait and broken MRI machines. Dr. Waddell was kind, compassionate and clear about our options. He performed su...
Elizabeth
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
Dr Tumulty is amazing! Helping our dog get better with his Cushings disease and platelet issues when our previous vet said nothing could be done
Jennifer Kiffer
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
My puppy ate something random and seemed to be choking/coughing as if something was stick in his throat. I hopped in the car and visited the office for the first time. Everyone was so friendly and helpful, I didn’t wait very long to be seen and my little guy was ok! Great experience!
Susan K
5 / 5 Stars
On Google
Excellent hospital. Drs and staff professional and knowledgeable. My dogs surgery went very well. Short wait time for appointment. Hospital is spotless
Excellent hospital. Drs and staff professional and knowledgeable. My dogs surgery went very well. Short wait time for appointment. Hospital is spotless