Pet Resources
Pets are considered to be members of the family and play an important role in the lives of those who have them. Below are some resources to help those who have a pet or are considering getting one. MGB employees are eligible for some benefits and discounts, related to pet insurance and veterinary or pet-care services. You can find these resources in the relevant sections below.
EAP News Articles
Helping Pets have a Safe and Fun Summer
Adoption & Rescue
Please note that MA has a 48-hour isolation requirement for all pets brought into MA from out of State.
Guidance for Buying from a Breeder
Living with Your Pet
Training your Dog
General Resources
MGB Employee Veterinary Discounts (MGB does not endorse or recommend any specific vendor)
- Bond Vet offers both primary care and urgent care veterinary services including wellness exams, vaccines, spay/neuters, as well as surgeries, dental cleanings, and international health certificates. With same-day and walk-in appointments, easy online bookings. Locations throughout Boston including Seaport, Somerville, Chestnut Hill, Watertown, Lynnfield and Back Bay. Use code MGH100 when booking your appointment for $100 credit towards your next visit.
- Boston Animal Hospital (a partner of Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa) is a full-service veterinary practice dedicated to the overall well-being of your pet. They offer preventative care, general surgery, dental care, radiology, ultrasound and on-site laboratory testing. Employees of MGH and its affiliates, who are new clients, are eligible for a one-time discounted rate of $50 at our 102 Beverly Street. Please present your employee ID to receive this offer. For more information, please contact Danielle Rolfe, danielle@reddogpetresort.com.
General Resources
MGB Employee Pet Care Discounts (MGB does not endorse or recommend any specific vendor)
- Beacon Hill Barks offers MGH/MGB employees and affiliates 15% off dog walks and pet boarding.
For more information, contact Donna McAuliffe at 781-910-3369, email beaconhillbarks@gmail.com. Visit their website at beaconhillbarks.com and their Instagram @beaconhillbarks.
- Red Dog Pet Resort & Spa offers daycare, grooming and overnight accommodation options. The North Station location in Boston offers employees of MGH and affiliates a free daycare evaluation and 10% off services.
General Financial Assistance
- American Veterinary Medical Association – General Financial Assistance
- Humane Society – Guidance for Navigating Pet Expenses
Pet Insurance
- American Veterinary Medical Association – Pet Insurance
- MGB Employee Pet Insurance Offerings
Pet Health Insurance is available to MGB employees through Nationwide Pet Insurance. Reimbursement will vary by plan. All plans include the Vet. Helpline, 24/7 unlimited video access to a vet professional, PetRXExpress prescription program through Sam’s Club and Walmart pharmacies.
Employees may use MGB “Anytime Benefits” towards pet health insurance by contacting mgbsupport@corestream.com or by phone at 617-284-4227
Pet Financial Aid
- Mass.Gov – Help with Veterinary Expenses
- MSPCA – Community Outreach Programs
- MSPCA – Massachusetts Pet Food Pantries
- MSPCA – Low Cost Spay and Neuter Programs
- Mass Animal Coalition – Resources for Pet Owners
- ARL & ABCD Wellness Wagon – Low Cost Vet Care – Dorchester, Roxbury, Mattapan
- ARL Spay Wagon -South Coast and Cape Cod
- The Sampson Fund – Cape Cod