Between work calls, school drop-offs, and weekend plans, it’s no wonder New Yorkers struggle to keep up with pet care. Add a nervous cat, a broken elevator, a hot subway platform—or a dog who thinks a vet lobby is the apocalypse—and suddenly that “quick” check-up gets pushed again.
Pad is a team of Fear Free™ Certified, licensed veterinary technicians—think skilled, compassionate pet nurses—who bring high-quality care straight to your home. No cab. No carrier. No chaos.
Whether your dog needs blood pressure monitoring, your cat requires meds, or your bunny just won’t budge, Pad makes it easy.
First visit? Just $50 for one service, up to one hour. Your pet will thank you.
What Pad Does:
Injections, sub-q fluids, and medication support
Blood pressure checks, diabetes and wound care
Nail trims, ear cleanings, and medical bathing
Post-surgical care and hospice visits
8-Point Health Checks when your vet’s booked—or too far
Comfort care for pets nearing the rainbow bridge (in-home euthanasia by request)
And yes—they specialize in:
Cats who hate carriers
Dogs who panic in lobbies
Birds who dodge Riverside Park hawks
Lizards who like it warm
Bunnies who prefer silence over sirens…and more!
Why UWS Pet Parents Are Loving Pad
If you’re:
Working from home
Managing a hectic school + work schedule
Recovering from surgery—or your pet is
Caring for an aging or anxious pet
Just tired of the stress of going back-and-forth for appointments
Pad is your perfect sidekick. Why?
Built by a Veterinarian & a Visionary—Both Proud New Yorkers
Pad was founded by Dr. Nicole Leibman, a world-renowned veterinary oncologist, and Ron Coughlin, former CEO of Petco. Best friends since 8th grade, they’ve cared for thousands of pets—and they created Pad to bring expert, compassionate care where pets feel safest: at home.
NOT a Vet Replacement—A Powerful Extension of Your Pet’s Care Team
Pad’s licensed vet techs collaborate closely with your existing veterinarian, providing detailed post-visit reports. Many top clinics refer Pad when pets can’t travel or need ongoing in-home support. With Dr. Leibman as Chief Medical Officer, medical integrity is built into every visit.
Now Serving the Upper West Side (and beyond)
Pad proudly serves the Upper West Side, as well as all of NYC and Nassau County—with flexible appointments and 24/7 availability by request.
Don’t take our word for it—read what local pet parents are saying:
“I was traveling and my cat needed fluids. Pad handled it all while I was gone, coordinated with my vet, and kept me updated. Lifesavers.”
— Samantha G., UWS
“Our anxious senior dog couldn’t handle another clinic trip. Pad’s tech sat on the floor with her like they’d been best friends forever.”
— Michael B., UWS
Join the Pad Pack Today
Get started for just $50 for your first visit (up to 1 hour, one service. Overnight care not included).
Call, Click, or Just Stay Home—Pad Will Come to You
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