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This month is Heartworm Awareness Month! To celebrate, our team here at Garden City Veterinary Care is here to help debunk some common myths about heartworm disease.    Myth: Only dogs get heartworms Truth: Heartworms can infect any mammal, including people....

An important part of being a pet owner is ensuring your pet's safety. Since this month is National Pet Poison Prevention Month, we want to help you brush up on the steps to take if your furry companion has been in contact with a potentially toxic substance. Our team...

At Garden City Veterinary Care, our priority is to keep your pet safe. We want to inform all pet owners of the dangers that may lie in their own home. If you own a pet, you’ll want to know about these items you probably have sitting around your home that could prove...

If your male pet undergoes a neuter surgery, and this is your first postoperative experience, you may be surprised that your furry pal still appears to be intact, especially if they were neutered later in life. Our team at Garden City Veterinary Care wants to clear up...

Does your pooch have a habit of constantly licking their paws? Our team at Garden City Veterinary Care knows many pet owners become frustrated by the non-stop paw-licking and want to help their dogs overcome this condition. Before busting out the socks or the cone of...

Does living with your feline friend make you break out in a rash, sneeze, or struggle to peer through watery eyes? Many cat owners suffer through allergies to their pet, but allergic responses to cat hair and dander are manageable. Try the following tips from our...

Although you know you should spay your female pet to prevent a host of medical and behavior issues, as well as unwanted puppies, you may not know what exactly happens during a spay surgery. Since World Spay Day—February 23—is approaching, let’s explain the procedure,...

If you have ever worried about putting your furry pal under anesthesia, you are not alone! However, our entire team here at Garden City Veterinary Care is dedicated to your companion's health and safety. In order to do so, we use a variety of monitoring devices to...

Are you looking for a fun outdoor activity to do? Camping can be an enjoyable experience for the entire family, including your furry friend! Before you head out to explore the outdoors, here are three tips to keep your pet safe on your next camping trip!   #1:...

UPDATE: Our new, temporary hours are: Monday - Friday: 8am-6pm. Saturday: 8am-3:30pm. We understand that many businesses, schools, and organizations have temporarily closed or asked their workers to telecommute for now and in the weeks ahead. However, as a veterinary...