Our Veterinary Blog | Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) Navigating Your Pet’s Anesthesia Many pet parents have concerns regarding anesthesia – especially for senior pets, pets with heart murmurs, and pets with other health issues. Unfortunately, these concerns often cause pet parents to delay important procedures like dental cleanings or lump removals because they’re afraid that undergoing anesthesia will be dangerous for their pet. In February of 2024, […] Read More 5 Common Pet Rabbit Myths & Misconceptions Adopting a new pet is a commitment that requires follow-through and responsibility. This is why prospective adopters should thoroughly research their new pet before beginning the adoption process. If your family is considering adopting a pet rabbit, we encourage you to read these common pet rabbit myths and misconceptions to ensure you are prepared to […] Read More The Benefits of Toxicology Hotlines for Pets If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a toxic item, 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. […] Read More My Pet’s Final Day In the difficult moment of accepting it’s time to say goodbye to a beloved pet, having the opportunity to say goodbye on your terms is a precious gift. Many clients have shared with us how grateful they were to create intentional space on their last day with their companion. Whether they schedule an appointment for […] Read More What Happens When a Life-Threatening Pet Emergency Comes to Our ER If your pet is experiencing difficulty breathing, profuse bleeding, or any other life-threatening ailment, 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! As an animal emergency […] Read More Anesthesia in Exotic Animals As an exotic animal veterinarian, I’m often confronted with the belief that anesthesia for exotic pets is highly risky. It’s a belief founded in reality, but it’s not an assured death sentence for the animal, especially if the medical team approaches the case with consideration. Perianesthetic Mortality Death during or shortly after anesthesia is termed […] Read More Fractured Teeth in Pets Broken tooth? Ouch! Unfortunately, broken – or fractured – teeth in dogs and cats are common. But pets can’t tell us when a tooth is fractured, which is why it’s important for you to select safe chew toys and know when to consult with your family vet! Common Causes The most common causes of fractured […] Read More Gifting Flowers for Pet Parents | Valentine’s Day If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet was exposed to Easter lilies or any other toxic type of lily, 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 […] Read More Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XIX: A Chocolatey Conundrum If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested [insert toxin], 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 care is […] Read More Enrichment Activities for Dogs In January of 2024, Chris and Heather with Central Bark Oakdale joined us on Facebook Live to discuss indoor enrichment activities for dogs. Central Bark Oakdale is a facility that provides doggie daycare, boarding, training, and grooming for dogs. You can watch the video for demos of each activity with Heather, who is a dog […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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