May 26, 2020 Good Afternoon Gardner Animal Care Center Family: We hope everyone enjoyed the Memorial Day Weekend. On May 18th, according to Gov. Baker’s reopening plan, the Gardner Animal Care Center initiated our plans for reopening based on state regulations. While...

How to Prevent Separation Anxiety From Developing in Your New Puppy While stuck at home during the COVID-19 quarantine, you may be thinking there is no better time to get a puppy. With plenty of free time for training, and lazy puppy snuggles on the couch, you can’t...

Stress is a common cause of behavioral issues for pets. Knowing what to expect helps your furry friend relax, and so an environment that offers them routine, consistency, and stability is ideal for young pets. Here are three reasons why routine is key for your new...

May 5, 2020 Good Afternoon Gardner Animal Care Center Family: COVID-19 continues to play a disrupting part of our lives in the state of Massachusetts with Gov. Baker extending the “Stay at Home” order until May 18th. Last week we saw the first case of a Pug testing...

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about what feels like endless changes and shifts to our everyday lives. We want to assure you that as we closely monitor the situation, we remain open and ready to serve the pets of this community. We've made adjustments accordingly...

Happy Easter! We hope that, in spite of social distancing and other restrictions, you have some fun festivities for the day. Remember to watch out for these hazards to protect your pet this holiday:  Chocolate and candy — Easter ranks right up there with Halloween and...

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, pet owners may be concerned about how to care for their pets and stay safe. Here are facts for you to know. #1: Rely on reputable sources for current COVID-19 information While you can turn to Facebook for insider information on...

April 24, 2020 Good Afternoon Gardner Animal Care Center Family: We are ending the 6th week of COVID-19 impacting our lives.  Today, we have each embraced the new “normal” the best we can, as we hear daily updates about the surge Massachusetts is experiencing.  This...

Steps at the GACC to Help Prevent the Spread of Coronavirus Disinfect to Protect: Tips for a Clean Practice Novel Coronavirus: What You Need to Know In light of all the news regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, we wanted to share some information with you....

Did you know that pets are more sensitive to storms, even to the point of sensing when they're coming? Their heightened sensitivity can mean increased anxiety. The changes in pressure, the boom of thunder, howling winds, and flashing lightning can be spooky for our...