We have worked very hard with our drug manufacturers and suppliers to bring you the most competative pricing possible 

All of our medications come with the full manufacturers guarantee (not available when purchased from pet stores or on-line), as well as your assurance that the medications you purchase from your veterinarian are safe and effective, with the most up to date expiration dates and the best price possible. 

For refills, please call ahead-858-453-6312,or

send your request by fax-858-453-8312,or

email your request for refills to; gacoffice@att.net or,

log on to your PetPortal and order your pet's medications, flea control and heartworm preventive, and have it mailed directly to you!    For more information about PetPortals, see our home page.

Also save when you purchase your pets pain/anti-inflammatory medications in these sizes/amounts;  Rimadyl Chewables in the #180 count size, Metacam 100ml, and Deramaxx #90 count size.

Our task must be to free ourselves....by widening our circle of compassion to embrace all living creatures and the whole of nature and its beauty.

Albert Einstein

Teaching a child not to step on a caterpillar is as valuable to the child as it is to the caterpillar

Bradley Miller

Can I get a refund on prescriptions my pet did not take?

California State Health Code forbids the resale of any prescription medication dispensed from the hospital.

Federal law also stipulates that any medications dispensed may not be returned for reuse due to the potential for safety concerns (ie; tampering, incorrect storage and contamination).  

Therefore, we are unable to accept medications for return under any circumstances.
You may wish to request small quantities of medications that your pet has not taken previously so that you can be assured that your pet will tolerate the
therapy.

Are OTC medications from pharmacies safe to give my pet?

Many over-the-counter (OTC) medications can be dangerous for your pet. The OTC drug that is most frequently responsible for severe toxicity to pets is the
anti-inflammatory pain reliever, ibuprofen ( Motrin and Advil).
Pets metabolize medications very differently than people, even in small doses, drugs such as acetaminophen (Tylenol) can kill a cat.
There are also ingredients that are used to flavor drugs that are toxic to pets (XylitoL).
Unless your veterinarian has specifically told you to buy a particular OTC drug from a pharmacy, do not give OTC medications to your pets.



How do I get rid of old medications?

The Office of National Drug Control Policy in conjunction with the Department of Health and Human Services and the Environment Protection Agency has issued
consumer-driven guidelines for the proper disposal of unused, unneeded, or expired prescription drugs.

The consortium recommends that drugs be removed from their original packaging and mixed with an undesired substance, such as use coffee grounds or kitty litter, and placing them in impermeable, non-descript containers, such as empty cans or sealable bags, prior to disposal. The guideline instructs patients to refer to printed material accompanying medication for flushing restrictions.

We urge you to take advantage of community pharmaceutical take-back programs. San Diego and surrounding counties offer these programs. Information can be found at the California Integrated Waste Management website at http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/HHW/PharmWaster/ or refer to
the California Board of Pharmacy recommended disposal methods listed in the flyer (http://www.pharmacy.ca.gov/publications/dont _flush_meds.pdf).

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Pets Said to Outnumber People in U.S.

Pets outnumber people in the United States by 60 million, according to an article published by CNN.comon March 14, 2006. The article quotes dollar investments in pets – which totaled $36.3 billion in 2005, and the types of pampering services that have become more popular, such as massage.

Flea Product Dangers

With so many products to choose from, it is very important to discuss your pet's flea medication needs with your veterinarian.

Not all flea and tick products are suitable for both dogs and cats.  A perfect example is a flea, tick and mosquito "spot treatment" called K-9 Advantix, made exclusively for dogs.  One of the active ingredients is permethrin, which can induce a serious adverse reaction in cats.  The packaging of K-9 Advantix is similar to Advantage and Frontline (both of which have safe, feline-strength sizes) and may be mistakenly applied to a cat.  This could potentially cause a fatal permethrin toxicity. 

However, a mistaken application may not be the only danger to your cat.  Indirect contact may also pose a major health risk if just after receiving an application of Advantix, your dog rubs onto furniture that your cat naps on then grooms himself, or your cat grooms your dog, ingesting the product, or in some other manner has contact with the Advantix.  Separating resident canines from the felines does not seem to be a solution, as we don't know for sure how many hours after application it is safe for the cat. (For these reasons, we do not carry K-9 Advantix here at Governor.  We do, however, have many safe and effective choices for flea control).

It is our opinion that the safest and most effective way to control fleas in your environment is;

1. Evaluation of your pets health by your veterinarian on a twice-yearly basis

2. Appropriate choice of medication and dosage.  Depending on your pet's needs, this will be determined by your veterinarian after the health exam is completed.  Together you will make certain that your pet is on a safe, effective flea control program for your household.

3.  Purchasing your flea control medication through your veterinarian.  This way you will be sure that you are well educated on the specific program chosen especially for your pet, and have the backing of the manufacturer for *safety, freshness and money-back guarantee for effectiveness. 

* Each year there are thousands of reported incidents to the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center of adverse reactions with over-the-counter/ internet flea and tick products, and a large percent results in pet death.

Flea Facts

Flea saliva is considered one of the most irritating substances on earth.

Fleas are capable of transmitting disease to humans and pets.

Fleas have changed history....as carriers of bubonic plague, fleas were responsible for killing one third of the population of Europe in the 14th century.

A female flea consumes 15 times its body weight in blood daily.

More than 2,400 flea species exist worldwide.

Fleas accelerate the equivalent of 50 times faster than the space shuttle's speed after liftoff.

Great jumpers- fleas can jump 150 times the length of their bodies.

Fleas reproduce rapidly at room temperature, making your home, pet and carpet the perfect year-round breeding environment.

The Story of Greyfriars Bobby

In 1858, a man named John Gray was buried in old Greyfriars Churchyard. His grave levelled by the hand of time, and unmarked by any stone, became scarcely discernible; but, although no human interest seemed to attach to it.

The sacred spot was not wholly disregarded or forgotten. For fourteen years the dead man's faithful dog kept constant watch and guard over the grave until his own death in 1872.

The famous Skye Terrier, Greyfriars Bobby was so devoted to his master John Gray, even in death, for fourteen years Bobby lay on the grave only leaving for food.

It is reported that a daily occurance of people from all walks of life would stand at the entrance of the Kirkyard waiting for the one o'clock gun and the appearance of Bobby leaving the grave for his midday meal.

The one absolutely unselfish friend that man can have in this selfish world, the one that never deserts him, the one that never proves ungrateful or treacherous.....is his dog.

When all other friends desert, he remains.

When riches take wings and reputation falls to pieces, he is as constant in his love as the sun in its journey through the heavens.

George Graham Vest