by Gardner Animal Care Center | Jun 19, 2013 | Breaking News, Medical Information, News
Recently there has been a reported and confirmed outbreak of parvovirus in the Fitchburg area. The announcement indicates the outbreak is affecting northern Berkshire and Worcester County. The MVMA (Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association) confirmed this...
by Gardner Animal Care Center | Mar 27, 2013 | Dental, Medical Information, News, Nutrition, Pet Safety
No matter if it’s a brand new puppy or a senior citizen dog, pet owners love to spoil their canine friends with bones. After all, what’s more natural than a dog with a bone? But veterinarians warn that feeding bones is a gamble that could end up creating a very...
by Gardner Animal Care Center | Mar 11, 2013 | News
For several decades now, pet owners have been encouraged to be “responsible” and spay or neuter their pets. We all know that these surgeries can reduce the numbers of unwanted puppies and kittens. But, there is a deeper meaning to being a responsible pet owner. How...
by Gardner Animal Care Center | Oct 22, 2012 | Medical Information, News, Pet Safety
We all know that your pet’s doctor will often ask one of his or her staff members to either help restrain a pet or maybe prepare a specific medication. But these helpers are often involved in a lot more than you may realize. From preparing laboratory samples to...
by Gardner Animal Care Center | Jul 27, 2011 | Fleas and Ticks, Medical Information, News, Pet Safety
For almost two decades, safe, effective flea medications from your veterinarian have helped pet owners battle these blood-sucking parasites. Now, several “generic” flea medications are flooding the market, showing up in big box stores and grocery stores across the...
by Gardner Animal Care Center | Jul 6, 2011 | Fleas and Ticks, Medical Information, News
I hope all of you had a safe and happy 4th of July Holiday. My family had a wonderful time together with a cookout, fireworks and a parade. Many of us enjoy snuggling close to our pets and despite misguided news reports detailing health risks, most of us will...
