Dr. Anthony F. Alario began his professional career studying animal nutrition at the Ohio State University.  He graduated from the University of Milano, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine in 1984.  Upon graduation, he practiced equine sports medicine at Aqueduct and Belmont racetracks.  In 1987, he became a founding partner in a leading veterinary practice.  Dr. Alario was instrumental in growing the practice to 16 practitioners at 6 locations.  After 9/11, Dr. Alario, a longtime local resident, grew tired of his commute and joined his longtime friend and associate, Dr. Greenfield, at the Syosset Animal Hospital.

Dr. Alario's special practice interests are nutrition, arthritis, dermatitis, and allergies in dogs and cats, and general medicine for birds, reptiles, and pocket pets.  He is an active member of the AVMA, AAHA, NYSVMA, LIVMA, and the AAAV.  In 2001, Dr. Alario received the ASPCA Outstanding Veterinarian Award.

His personal interests include equestrian activities, gardening, boating, travel, and of course, cheering for the New York Yankees.