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What can virtual vets treat?
Vets in Rochester can talk you through a variety of health issues and offer guidance for taking care of your pet. They can work with new and existing patients to understand health and wellness issues, and in some cases they may prescribe medications, offer over-the-counter suggestions, or just leave you with the peace of mind of knowing your pet is in good hands.

Top activities for pet owners in Rochester

Rochester is the fourth most populous city in New York, and it’s home to some of the most iconic companies in the United States. If you’re living in Rochester, there are plenty of things to do, and you can do many of them alongside your pet. Here’s the pet owner’s guide to the Rochester area.

Irondequoit

Although technically its own census-designated place, Irondequoit is much smaller than Rochester, and many people treat it as a suburb of Rochester. Here are a few places Irondequoit residents might want to visit with their pets nearby.
Emily’s Happy Critters
Specialty pet sitter with professional education in wildlife, offering care for dogs, cats, birds, and small animals, like hamsters and rats.
The Pampered Pup Salon
Dog groomer with a professional background, providing specialty grooming for dogs of all sizes.
Pet Adoption Network
No-kill shelter striving to reduce the large population of homeless pets in Rochester, offering foster and adoption services.

Charlotte

A unique, long, thin neighborhood stretching alongside Irondequoit, Charlotte follows the path of the Genesee River. Here are a few fun activities to enjoy throughout this neighborhood.
Seneca Park Zoo
This well-known Rochester zoo is home to hundreds of different animals, including snakes, birds of all kinds, big cats like lions and tigers, and amphibians.
Care-A-Lot Pet Grooming
Pet grooming and boarding location offering services for both dogs and cats.

Highland Park

This incredibly gorgeous neighborhood just south of Central Rochester offers a variety of parks and trails. Here are a few places to visit with your dog, cat, or another fluffy friend.
Highland Park
The namesake of the area, Highland Park offers an ice skating rink, Warner Castle, and the Lilac Arches. Bring your dog or cat on a leash for great outdoor fun.
Lamberton Conservatory
Gorgeous greenhouse right in the center of Highland Park. Come see the collection of exotic plants, including carnivorous plants, birds, and bugs.
Ellwanger and Barry Park
This slightly smaller park located in the neighborhood has been a park and playground for 75 years, voted the best park in the city, and allows leashed dogs.

Neighborhood of the Arts

As the name implies, this neighborhood is beautiful and artsy, close to some of the elements locals love the most about this neighborhood. Here are a few places to check out with your four-legged companion.
The Gate House
Gourmet burger and pizza café in this beautiful arts district supporting humane, natural farm practices, with outdoor seating allowed for crated or leashed dogs and cats.
School 31 Lofts
Beautiful local hotel with large rooms, kitchenettes, and an expansive pet policy, with dogs allowed at the hotel.
REXPO
Exotic animal store specializing in reptiles, amphibians, arachnids, and some invertebrates.

Upper Monroe/Cobbs Hill

These two neighborhoods are situated very close to each other, offering plenty to love for dogs, cats, small animals, and more. Here are a few places to visit.
Park Ave. Pets
Locally owned pet store offering a professional grooming shop and DIY dog wash, as well as supplies for dogs, pets, hamsters, birds, fish, and more.
Dog Park at Cobb’s Hill
Area at the local Cobb’s Hill Park where you can go with your dog. The area offers both small dog and large dog unleashed areas.

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