Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital
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Established in 1983 by Dr. Gerry Fischbach, Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital has undergone changes and improvements throughout the years in keeping with the many ongoing advancements in veterinary medicine. We focus on providing the highest quality medicine, surgery, and dentistry for your companion animals.

Here at Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital, we understand that our patients are not just your pets, they are your family. We want your family to receive nothing but the finest care available. That is why we take a personalized, hands-on approach to veterinary care and seek to continually improve our practice and provide accessible care.
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Providing top notch veterinary care to cats and dogs in the North Branford area since 1983. Diagnostic imaging allows our veterinarians to look at your pet internally for clues about sickness or injury. Dental care is an essential part of your pet's overall health to prevent dental disease and tooth loss.
Let Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital provide a professional veterinary exam for your kitten, puppy, cat, or dog. A physical exam is the smartest and easiest way to keep your pet healthy. Wellness exams allow our veterinarians to detect problems and diseases that might go undiscovered otherwise, including heart murmurs, tumors, enlarged organs, cataracts, ear infections, ear mites, dental disease, skin issues and allergies.
At Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital, our goal is keeping your pet happy and healthy. Thanks to modern diagnostics and our on-site laboratory, we're able to do just that for sick and injured pets. Diagnostic imaging allows us to examine your pet's internal organs and body systems to better diagnose their conditions.
Dental care is an essential part of your pet's overall health. When oral hygiene is neglected, pets can develop dental disease which negatively affects other systems in the body and may lead to tooth loss. A pet's dental health is just as important as their physical health, however, it often goes overlooked.
Pet Shield Veterinary Hospital provides veterinary surgical care and services for cats and dogs. Using state-of-the-art equipment and an experienced team, we'll provide your pet with high-quality surgery in a safe, stress-free and relaxing environment. Our team of skilled veterinarians and technicians are ready to provide your pet with a range of surgeries.
Reviews (10)
Cynthia Jassil
Cynthia Jassil
Nov 07, 2021
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Truly compassionate and helped us to say good bye to our 18.5 year cat.
Ann Werner
Ann Werner
Mar 04, 2021
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I feel the need to preface this post by saying- I next to never write reviews- Like EVER!!! Further, I'd like to note- I am not paid to post! This said, after recently taking a look at some of the comments posted I felt compelled to share my personal experiences with this hospital. I have been taking my dogs to this practice for over 17 years. I have used other veterinarians before so this lens is not one narrowed by lack of exposure to other groups.
Gordie was the first dog I took to Pet Shield. Actually, Nicole, who was fostering Gordie, was taking him there after his rescue from St. Croix.
Debra Krebs
Debra Krebs
Feb 14, 2021
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We have been going here for 20+ years we are very happy and so are our furbabies!
Andrew Ferraro
Andrew Ferraro
Oct 20, 2020
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Dr. Shanley and all of the staff here at Pet Shield went well above and beyond in helping us with emer. surgery for our dog which saved her life. We owe them a life's worth of gratitude. Andre and Jenn Ferraro
David Mason
David Mason
Oct 23, 2019
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Compassionate and professional, complete pet Care center. Our puppy is the third pet that has had pro care through all stages of life. Our relationship with Pet Shield spans twenty five years at least.
Michael Biehler
Michael Biehler
Aug 24, 2019
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Easy to see. Location on Route 80, bright, clean and staff that go the extra mile. A happy pet vet, when your furry, feather or scaled friend is at ease, you are to.
Ashley Martinez
Ashley Martinez
Aug 15, 2019
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My dogs actually get excited to come here. Everyone is very friendly and knowledgeable. They are very good at one on one time, I never feel rushed or like we're waiting in the room for a long time.
Margherita Torres
Margherita Torres
Jun 17, 2019
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Dr. Shanley and her staff are compassionate, caring, and very kind. They are professional and respectful. Thank you.
Mrow Nya
Mrow Nya
Oct 18, 2017
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This is the best place I have ever taken my cats. They are a very caring veterinary hospital and have seen nothing but compassion from them despite one of my cats being very tough to manage at a vet. I drive 25 minutes to just go to them. I refuse to switch.
Krissy Konesky
Krissy Konesky
Sep 11, 2016
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My Bernese Mountian Dog is petrified of vets. I heard good things about Pet Shield so we gave it a try. Dr Reed and Amanda were kind, professional and absolutely patient beyond all expectation. They continually worked to treat my dog where she was comfortable and didn't give up until they had what they needed in a way that my dog was okay with. Wonderful experience and I am so glad we switched!