Broad Ripple Animal Clinic: Gardner Cara DVM

We provide comprehensive physical exams as part of our wellness care to evaluate your pet's overall health and identify any underlying issues early.

We offer wellness packages tailored for puppies and kittens that include physical exams, vaccinations, and parasite prevention to support their healthy development.

We administer core vaccinations including rabies, distemper, and parvo to protect your pet from serious and potentially life-threatening infectious diseases.

We offer heartworm testing and prevention to safeguard your pet against heartworm disease, which can lead to severe lung and heart complications if left untreated.

We recommend and provide flea and tick prevention to protect your pet from parasites that can cause discomfort, skin irritation, and disease transmission.

We offer microchipping and registration to help reunite you with your pet if they ever become lost or separated from you.

We provide nutritional counseling and weight management to help keep your pet at a healthy weight and ensure they receive balanced, appropriate nutrition.

We offer intestinal parasite deworming to protect your pet from worms and prevent related health issues such as gastrointestinal distress and nutrient deficiencies.

We offer behavioral counseling to address concerns such as anxiety, aggression, or compulsive behaviors, helping your pet live a more balanced and harmonious life.

We use digital radiography to produce high-resolution images of your pet's internal structures, enabling accurate diagnoses for conditions affecting bones, lungs, and abdominal organs.

We provide ultrasound imaging to visualize soft tissue structures and organs in real time, aiding in the diagnosis of conditions such as pregnancy, abdominal disease, and heart abnormalities.

We offer allergy testing to identify environmental, food, or flea-related allergens that may be causing discomfort or skin issues in your pet.

We perform eye pressure testing to screen for glaucoma and other ocular conditions early, helping preserve your pet's vision and comfort.

We monitor blood pressure to assess cardiovascular health and detect hypertension, which can be a sign of underlying organ disease in pets.

We use EKG or ECG to monitor your pet's heart rhythm and detect arrhythmias or other cardiac abnormalities during evaluations or procedures.

We offer DNA and breed testing to provide insights into your pet's genetic makeup, helping inform care decisions and understand breed-specific health risks.

We use dental X-rays to examine structures below the gumline and identify hidden dental issues such as bone loss, abscesses, or impacted teeth.

We perform tooth extractions when teeth are damaged, infected, or irreparably diseased to relieve pain and prevent the spread of infection in your pet's mouth.

We offer oral surgery to treat complex dental or facial conditions, including tumor removal, palate defects, and trauma repair, with a focus on your pet's comfort and recovery.

We treat periodontal disease through cleaning, root planing, and targeted therapy to stop infection and preserve your pet's teeth and supporting structures.

We educate pet owners on at-home dental care, including brushing techniques and recommended products, to help maintain your pet's oral health between professional cleanings.

We perform spay and neuter surgeries to prevent unwanted litters, reduce the risk of certain cancers and infections, and support long-term pet health.

We remove foreign bodies that become lodged in your pet's gastrointestinal or respiratory tract, relieving obstruction and preventing life-threatening complications.

We perform cesarean sections to safely deliver puppies or kittens when natural birth is not possible, ensuring the health and safety of both mother and offspring.

We repair wounds and lacerations to restore your pet's skin integrity, promote healing, and prevent infection after trauma or injury.

We remove bladder stones through surgical or non-surgical methods to relieve discomfort, prevent urinary blockages, and restore normal urinary function.

We repair cherry eye, a condition where the gland of the third eyelid prolapses, to restore normal eye function and prevent irritation or infection in your pet.

We offer emergency stabilization to assess and stabilize pets in critical condition, providing immediate care for trauma, poisoning, or acute illness.

We provide hospitalization and 24-hour monitoring for pets recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, ensuring continuous observation and timely intervention if needed.

We offer oxygen therapy to support pets experiencing respiratory distress or hypoxia, helping improve oxygen delivery to vital tissues and stabilize breathing.

We administer IV fluid therapy to maintain hydration, support organ function, and provide essential medications or nutrients during illness, surgery, or recovery.

We provide pain management through medications and multimodal approaches to ensure your pet remains comfortable before, during, and after procedures or illness.

We treat poison and toxin exposure with decontamination, antidotes, and supportive care to minimize harm and help your pet recover from accidental ingestions.

We offer chemotherapy and radiation therapy as part of oncology services to treat cancer in pets, aiming to extend quality of life while minimizing side effects.

We offer CT scans and MRIs as advanced imaging tools to provide detailed views of internal structures, enabling precise diagnoses for complex conditions in pets.

We offer dialysis for advanced kidney care, providing renal support therapy to filter waste and fluids when kidneys are no longer able to function adequately.

We offer stem cell therapy as a form of regenerative medicine to promote healing and repair in pets with joint injuries, arthritis, or other degenerative conditions.

We offer medical grooming services for pets with skin conditions or mobility challenges, including medicated baths and specialized cleaning to support skin health.

We provide sanitary shaves to trim hair around sensitive areas, maintaining hygiene and preventing irritation or infection in pets with dense or matted coats.

We offer nail trimming and Dremeling to safely shorten your pet's nails, prevent overgrowth and splitting, and maintain comfortable mobility.

We express anal glands to relieve impaction and discomfort, helping prevent infections and abscesses that can occur when glands become clogged or infected.

We offer acupuncture to manage pain, improve circulation, and support healing in pets with chronic conditions, using fine needles at specific points to restore balance.

We use cold laser therapy to reduce inflammation, promote tissue healing, and relieve pain in pets with arthritis, wounds, or post-surgical recovery needs.

We offer chiropractic adjustments to improve spinal alignment, joint mobility, and nervous system function, helping pets with mobility or performance issues feel better.

We offer physical therapy and rehabilitation to restore strength, mobility, and function after surgery, injury, or neurological conditions, using tailored exercises and therapies.

We offer hydrotherapy using an underwater treadmill to provide low-impact exercise that improves joint mobility, muscle strength, and cardiovascular fitness with minimal stress on the body.

We offer massage therapy to relax muscles, improve circulation, and reduce pain in pets recovering from injury, surgery, or chronic conditions, promoting overall well-being.

We offer herbal medicine consultations to integrate natural therapies into your pet's care plan, supporting wellness and treating certain conditions with botanical remedies.

We offer standard pet boarding in a clean, climate-controlled facility with attentive care to ensure your pet feels comfortable and safe while you're away.

We offer doggie daycare to provide socialization, exercise, and supervised play in a safe and stimulating environment while you're at work or away.

We issue domestic travel certificates to confirm your pet's health and vaccination status for travel within the United States, ensuring compliance with airline or state regulations.

We offer quality of life assessments to evaluate your pet's comfort, pain levels, and overall well-being, helping guide end-of-life care decisions with compassion and clarity.

We offer at-home euthanasia referrals to support you in providing a peaceful and dignified farewell for your pet in the comfort of your home.

We offer telemedicine consultations to provide remote veterinary advice and support when in-person visits aren't necessary, ensuring continuity of care from anywhere.