Meet Our Veterinary Team

Dr. Sydney Friedman

Veterinarian

Dr. Sydney Friedman has always had an interest in animals. She was known as the “animal girl” from a young age and would always help her friends by removing the “scary” animals, like snakes and spiders, from the premises. She grew up in northern New Jersey, where she began volunteering at veterinary clinics during her high school years, confirming her love for veterinary medicine. Dr. Friedman received her Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Vermont, where she participated in the C.R.E.A.M. program, a for-profit student-run dairy barn. This experience expanded her love to animals of all sizes.

Upon graduating, Dr. Friedman moved to the Caribbean island of Grenada to pursue both her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine as well as her Master of Public Health from St. George’s University. She became fully immersed in the wildlife, culture, and everything the island had to offer. She completed her final clinical year of veterinary school at the University of Wisconsin. In her free time, she loves to exercise, try new things, and spend time with her friends and family. She is very excited to meet you and your fur babies and begin this new adventure!

Dr. Amy Kantor

Medical Director

Dr. Kantor grew up in the DC area but New York City was always home to her, even as a child. She graduated with honors from the University of Pennsylvania Vet School and went on to complete an internship and surgical residency at the prestigious Utrecht University, in the Netherlands. She primarily has been working as a surgeon within a general practice setting in NYC since 1998 and has a devoted clientele which has followed her for over two decades. Dr. Kantor volunteered her veterinary services to the homeless in NYC ( Collide ) for over a decade and is part of Vets International, volunteering annually as a surgeon in remote areas of Guatemala. She performs both complex and routine soft tissue surgeries (some orthopedic surgeries) and sees routine referral appointments.

Dr. Kantor joined Hoboken Vets Animal Clinic as the Medical Director in the fall of 2022 and is excited to offer her surgical expertise and general practice experience to the city of Hoboken and the surrounding areas.

Dr. Kantor lives in Brooklyn near two of her three sons and their dog Celeste.

Nichole

Dental Veterinary Tech

Practicing for: 8 years | College: Carrington College

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?

Making those teeth pearly white! Taking care of everyone’s babies like my own and ensuring trust and safety for each and every patient 🙂

What do you like to do in your free time?

I enjoy spending time with my fur babies, getting brunch and having coffee with friends and family, laughing, site-seeing, and having a good time! 🙂

Wendy

Veterinary Technician

Practicing for: 4 years | College: Bayonne Highschool & New Jersey City University

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?

I am a lover of animals and I am very sensitive to their needs. I am an efficient worker, learner, and always looking to advance/grow. I enjoy a cool work environment and teamwork!

What do you like to do in your free time?

I love hanging out with my four cats and pigeon <3 I also paint/ illustrate on my time off, as well as sell my art.

Jessica

Veterinary Technician

Practicing for: 4 years | College: Penn Foster

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?

I love helping patients get healthier and happier. I love learning new things and using those skills to help our fur babies.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like reading, walking, gaming, and hanging with my hedgehog, Toby.

Francesca

Customer Service Lead

Working at HVAC for 2 years | Hoboken High School

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?

I pride myself in being able to assist owners and pets in their time of need. I enjoy making their experience with us as pleasant as possible.

What do you like to do in your free time?

In my free time, I can be found having a picnic and making art in the sun.

Adrian

Pharmacy Technician

Working at HVAC for 1.5 year | Rutgers University

What do you pride yourself in when it comes to veterinary medicine and/or taking care of your patients?

I enjoy pharmacology and medicine, and by making use of the experience I got from working in a human pharmacy, I make sure your pet’s medication needs are addressed accurately, promptly, and appropriately.

What do you like to do in your free time?

I like playing with my cat, Churro, playing video games, going on hikes, and reading scientific articles and books.