Our Veterinary Blog | Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) Rico’s Story: The First Balloon Valvuloplasty at AERC At Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota we strive to be a state-of-the-art referral center in order to offer the very best for your pets. Our Cardiology Service has officially opened their Interventional Cath Lab, and our team can now help so many more pets with this new equipment. Dr. Michelle Rose and Dr. Robert George , our two […] Read More Xylitol: It’s Not So Sweet | Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested xylitol, 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 10 Tips for Boating with Dogs Many Minnesotans agree that boating is one of the best parts of summer! From fishing to water sports to a leisurely ride, life seems to be better on the lake. Boating is such an enjoyable activity that some pet owners choose to bring their dogs aboard to join in on the fun. While some dogs […] Read More Top 10 Tips for Professional Dog Walkers Dog walking is a great gig and wonderful first job. Here are the top 10 tips to help you run your dog walking business. 1. Understand the meet and greet. If you have more than one dog you’ll be walking at once, introduce them prior to your outing. The Animal Humane Society offers tips on introducing […] Read More My Dog Has Separation Anxiety My dog, George, had separation anxiety when I first got him. That became apparent the first time I left him home alone. I had kenneled him securely prior to leaving for work, yet when I returned, George was waiting inside the front door. He was panting, crying, drooling, and very agitated; I found the kennel […] Read More Dangers of Blue-Green Algae If your pet swam in blue-green algae or drank from a body of water containing blue-green algae, this is considered a “RED” – or true emergency – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! […] Read More 5 Activities to Enjoy with Your Dog this Summer Summer is finally here in Minnesota! So, how can you make the most of these warm days? By spending as many of them as possible with your dogs! Here are a few ideas of what you can do this summer with your pups: 1. Camping If you and your family love to go camping, bring your […] Read More 5 Summer Grilling Safety Tips for Pet Owners It’s finally grilling season again! We all love to have a nice dinner outside, but we want to remind pet owners of some hidden dangers around the grill. Here are five grilling safety tips to keep your dog safe this summer: 1. Do Not Give Dogs Corn on the Cobs Corn on the cob is […] Read More Can I Bring My Dog?: A Twin Cities Guide to Dog-Friendly Patios One of the best parts of summer in the Twin Cities is patio season! We can finally spend time outside, enjoying good food and great weather! Many dog owners want to include their dogs in this summer pastime. But bef ore we refer you to a few favorite dog-friendly patios, let’s first discuss whether or […] Read More Dog Parks PART II: Are They Right for Your Dog? Last week, in Part I, I shared with you the reasons my dogs and I no longer frequent dog parks. Perhaps you’re at a crossroads yourself and wondering if a dog park is still safe for your dog. Or maybe you have a new dog or puppy and need to decide if you’ll start dog park […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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