Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Compassionate Veterinary Care
At Tender Heart Veterinary Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional medical care for pets while prioritizing their wellbeing. Our mission centers on delivering quality veterinary services in a compassionate environment, combining traditional practices with state-of-the-art technology. Our team excels in preventive medicine, diagnostics, and specialized treatments, ensuring comprehensive care for every patient. We emphasize personalized attention, understanding the importance of the human-animal bond, and strive to make every client feel like family.With a focus on continuous learning and diverse expertise, we maintain a small, privately owned practice to offer tailored care that meets each pet's unique needs. Our commitment to community extends across Gardner, MA, and surrounding areas, where we serve as trusted partners in pet health.
Services
Pet Wellness Care
Pet Radiology
Pet Laser Surgery
Pet Dental Care
Urgent Care
In-House Lab
External Lab
Pharmacy
Cold Laser Therapy
Online Pharmacy
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18 years of experience in veterinary medicine since 2005.
- Our team provides personalized care for every patient.
- We combine traditional practices with state-of-the-art technology.
- Our small, privately owned practice prioritizes individualized attention.
- We serve pets across Gardner, MA and surrounding communities.
What people say
Knowledgeable, professional
Warm, friendly
Best vet
Feel like family
Superior customer service
Services
Pet Wellness Care
Annual wellness exams ensure pets maintain optimal health through preventive care. Our services include vaccinations, nutritional counseling, and early disease detection tailored to each pet's needs. We emphasize long-term health management to extend pets' lifespans.
Pet Laser Surgery
We utilize CO2 laser technology for precise, minimally invasive surgical procedures. This approach reduces pain, bleeding, and recovery time for pets undergoing operations. Our team specializes in advanced surgical techniques for improved patient outcomes.
Pet Dental Care
Comprehensive dental care includes cleanings, extractions, and digital radiographs to address oral health issues. We prevent and treat periodontal disease to maintain pets' overall wellbeing. Regular dental checkups ensure healthy teeth and gums.
Pet Radiology
Radiology services provide non-invasive internal diagnostics for accurate health assessments. We use advanced imaging to detect fractures, organ abnormalities, and other conditions. Timely results enable effective treatment planning for pets.
Urgent Care
We offer urgent care for pets requiring immediate medical attention outside regular hours. Our team handles trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses with rapid response. Compassionate emergency treatment ensures pets receive critical care when needed.
People
Dr. Jen
Veterinarian
Dr. Jen has practiced veterinary medicine for 24 years and owned Tender Heart Veterinary Care since 2005. She specializes in complex cases and surgical procedures, bringing expertise from emergency medicine and associate roles. Her leadership fosters a compassionate, skilled team dedicated to pet health.
Karen
Lead Vet Tech
Karen has worked in veterinary medicine for 44 years, with 17 years at Tender Heart. She excels in client education about pet wellness and health benefits. Her experience includes managing humane societies and mentoring veterinary staff to maintain high care standards.
Jennifer L
Practice Manager
Jennifer has managed veterinary practices for 14.5 years, all at Tender Heart. She combines corporate retail management experience with animal care passion. Her leadership ensures efficient operations while maintaining accessible healthcare for pets and client satisfaction.
Bonnie
Vet Tech
Bonnie has worked in veterinary medicine for 26 years, specializing in anesthesia monitoring and intensive nursing care. She transitioned from elder care to veterinary hospice and ophthalmology. Her empathy for animals drives compassionate patient support during treatments.
Monica
Vet Tech
Monica has 17 years of veterinary experience, with 4 years at Tender Heart. She specializes in phlebotomy, wound care, and dermatology treatments. Her background in animal control and technician roles enhances her ability to resolve complex pet health issues through personalized care.
Questions
What services does Tender Heart Veterinary Care offer?
We provide wellness exams, diagnostics, laser surgery, dental care, urgent care, and pharmacy services for pets in Gardner, MA.
Do you offer emergency veterinary services?
Yes, we provide urgent care for pets needing immediate attention outside regular hours.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request an appointment online or contact us directly at 978-632-0024 for scheduling assistance.
What areas do you serve?
We serve pets in Gardner, Templeton, Winchendon, and surrounding Massachusetts communities.
Are payment plans available?
We accept various payment methods but currently do not offer financing options for veterinary services.
Reviews (5)
Angela Gates
May 28, 2022
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You all are so thoughtful and helpful with both Chewie and Panda, we appreciate everything you do for our fur babies -Andrew, Angela, Panda & Chewbacca
Eleanor Hagwood
May 16, 2022
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All of our German Shepherds have been clients of Dr. Jen. We would not trust anyone else with our beloved family members!
Theresa Kacian
Apr 27, 2022
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The entire staff at Tender Heart are the most kind, caring professionals that I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. Dr Wood's leadership and considerable skills provide a high level of confidence that your pet is receiving the best of care! I highly recommend bringing your pet to Tenderheart! You will feel like family there! Love them all!
Cara Keane
Mar 06, 2022
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I absolutely love the staff and doctors at Tenderheart. They not only help you handle some very difficult situations but do it with care and concern for you as well as your fur baby. I wouldn't take my babies anywhere else.
Nick Clifford
Dec 20, 2021
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Literally couldn't be better. I got him on the cancelation list Thursday morning and you got him in that afternoon. Got him the shots he needed to fix his skin issue and he's 100% better than he was when I brought him in. He's not going insane licking his hair out and his skin is visibly healing more and more. You guys are the absolute best
