Our Veterinary Blog | Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) Cranial Cruciate Ligament Injuries in Dogs If your pet collapses, is unable to walk or get up, or experiences severe trauma, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – 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! If your […] Read More Unleash the Fun with Sniffspot Heidi Brenegan, our Chief Marketing Officer, has been using Sniffspot sites in the Twin Cities area since 2020 for her dogs. Whenever she mentions Sniffspot to fellow dog parents, they immediately want more details! That’s why we had Katie from Sniffspot join us on Facebook Live to share more information about this amazing resource for […] Read More Cushing’s Disease in Dogs Cushing’s disease, also known as Cushing’s Syndrome or Hyperadrenocorticism, is an illness that results from excessive steroid hormone production in dogs. Symptoms At the time of diagnosis, most dogs are over 6 years old. The most common symptoms of Cushing’s disease in dogs include: Cushing’s disease may also be suspected in patients with diabetes mellitus […] Read More The Vital Role of a Veterinary Radiologist If your pet has received any type of imaging, it’s likely a board-certified veterinary radiologist was behind the scenes reviewing those results. They are the ones helping your family veterinarian, emergency veterinarian, or specialty veterinarian piece together your pet’s diagnosis. So, what exactly does a veterinary radiologist do? In this blog, we’ll explore the field […] Read More Enhancing Your Dog’s Life with Sports Looking for something fun and new to do with your dog? Consider dog sports! Dogs need physical and mental stimulation which is why trying new activities is great for them. Back in July of 2024, Kristin with “For the Love of Dogs” joined us on Facebook Live to talk about their training facility and how […] Read More Navigating a Pet’s Cancer Diagnosis: Part III Part II of this blog covered treatment options for mast cell tumors and factors to include in your decision-making process. This final installment will cover monitoring your pet’s health, appreciating the time you have together, grief support resources, and I’ll provide an update on my dog, Sally. Monitoring Your Pet’s Health after Treatment If your […] Read More Aloe Vera and Pets If your pet has diarrhea paired with vomiting or loss of appetite, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet visit your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within the next 12 hours. Please call ahead of your arrival so the […] Read More Understanding Blastomycosis in Pets If you suspect your pet has symptoms of blastomycosis, consult with your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital right away. Blastomycosis is a systemic fungal disease that affects dogs, cats, and even affect humans. It is caused by Blastomyces dermatitidis, which lives in rich, wet, sandy, acidic soil predominantly near river valleys. Contracting Blastomycosis […] Read More Understanding Your Pet’s Ear Infection Ear infections can be very irritating and painful to our pets! They’re also especially frustrating because they can draw out for months or years, even with the best treatment. That’s why it’s important to have a logical approach when dealing with your pet’s ear infection. Keep reading to learn about common causes for your pet’s […] Read More Fourth of July Safety for Pets: Tips & Solutions from the Experts Around July 4th and 5th, more pets are reported missing than any other day of the year – largely due to Fourth of July fireworks triggering noise anxiety– a medical condition where loud noises cause fearful & anxious behaviors in pets. Without treatment, noise anxiety can progress to escape attempts and destructive behaviors. To help […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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