Pet E.R. Myths with E.R. Vet Dr. Schader

Pet E.R. Myths with E.R. Vet Dr. Schader

In April 2025, Dr. Schader, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us on Facebook Live to bust some common myths about the animal ER! Missed it? No worries—check out a quick summary of the myths and Dr. Schader’s expert answers below.  Dr. Schader has been a valued member of the Animal Emergency & Referral Center […]

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Does My Pet Need Urgent Care or Emergency Care?

Does My Pet Need Urgent Care or Emergency Care?

When your pet is sick or injured, it can be challenging to determine whether they need emergency or urgent care. Our St. Paul ER provides both services 24/7, while our Oakdale location offers a 24/7 ER and Urgent Care available daily from 2 PM to 10 PM. This blog is designed to help pet parents […]

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10 Common Winter Pet Hazards

10 Common Winter Pet Hazards

If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress or seizures caused by a toxin or persistent non-productive retching, 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 […]

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5 Seemingly-Less-Serious Signs to Recognize as a Pet Medical Emergency

5 Seemingly-Less-Serious Signs to Recognize as a Pet Medical Emergency

Determining when to bring your pet to the emergency vet can be a stressful and not–always–straightforward decision. In the past, we’ve shared a list of signs that warrant an immediate trip to the pet ER, but we understand not all signs are as obviously critical as a bleeding wound. That’s why today, we‘re featuring five seemingly-less-serious signs that may cause many pet parents to question if their pet is experiencing a true emergency. It’s very important for pet […]

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AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2020

AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2020

So long, 2020! As this difficult year full of changes and challenges comes to an end, we’re keeping our fingers, toes, and paws crossed for a better 2021. In preparation for our annual “top blogs” of the year compilation, we reviewed all of our blog articles from 2020, noting the shift from pre-pandemic to post-pandemic […]

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