Our Veterinary Blog | Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2021 It may be 2022, but we’re taking a look back at 2021. It’s become an annual tradition for us to compile a list of our most popular blogs from the past year, and this year is no different! So, with that being said, here are our top ten blogs of 2021! 10. The Importance of […] Read More 10 New Year’s Eve Pet Dangers Whether you’ll be at home curled up on the couch with a movie, hosting a get-together, or going out, it’s important to take a few extra precautions to keep your pets safe this New Year’s Eve. After all, no one wants to ring in the new year with a sick pet. Join us as we count down the ten most common […] Read More 5 Most Common Pet Surgeries at AERC Every day, our Surgery Service performs a variety of pet surgeries! From scheduled procedures to emergency situations, our patients keep us on our toes! Understandably so, many of our clients are curious to know which surgeries we do the most and why these procedures are needed by our pets. So, we decided to share the list of […] Read More Neurological Problems in Pets: Steps to a Diagnosis When a pet owner suspects that a pet has a neurologic disease, it can be a very scary time. However, remember that even if neurologic signs are severe, they don’t necessarily correlate with your pet’s ability to get better! For pets facing possible neurologic problems, the best way pet parents can begin to help is to work with a veterinary team to […] Read More Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode VII | The ER Tale of Ed the Rabbit CHAPTER ONE Once upon a time, there was a kind-hearted rabbit named Ed. This four-year-old Holland Lop had quite the adventure at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota’s emergency room with an unlikely hero that reminds us all of the magical power of diagnostic testing. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves! Young Ed’s tale doesn’t begin in our ER. One day, Ed’s human noticed he wasn’t his usual, hoppy self. He […] Read More Nutmeg Toxicity in Dogs & Cats If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested nutmeg, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. If veterinary […] Read More Food Bloat in Pets You know that feeling of polishing off your third plate at Thanksgiving dinner, when you lean back in your chair, rub your full stomach, and swear you won’t be able to eat again for a week? Well, food bloat in pets is sort of like that — minus the silverware and cornucopia centerpiece — with […] Read More 5 Steps of Your Pet’s Cataract Surgery | Veterinary Ophthalmology Like humans, our pets can also experience cataract formation! Cataract formation is a common and correctable cause for changes in a pet’s vision. Before we dive in though, let’s first back up and explain this eye disease. Normally, the lens of the eye focuses light onto the retina to create a clear image of the […] Read More Tips for Managing a Pet with a Chronic Illness Having a pet diagnosed with a chronic disease can be overwhelming. The following are some tips to help navigate your pet’s chronic illness. 1. Ask Questions Make sure you understand the diagnosis. Seek information from your veterinarian and staff so that you fully understand your pet’s disease process, expected treatment, and prognosis. The more you understand your pet’s condition, the better able you will be to provide […] Read More Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode VI: Every Small Dog Owner’s Greatest Fear *WARNING: This blog contains graphic images. Please continue at your own discretion.* A larger dog picked up Bentley, an 8-year-old Yorkie, by the neck, and shook him. If your eyes are wide, chest feels tight, and your pulse is racing after reading that, then you may be a small dog owner! Having your beloved pet attacked […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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