Fur-tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode I: Needle Fight Club

Fur-tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode I: Needle Fight Club

Scooter, a one-year-old kitten, was playing with a sewing needle and thread. Before her owner could take it away from her, Scooter suddenly appeared to become startled and ran off. Had Scooter possibly swallowed the needle or poked herself with it?  In an attempt to discover the answer, Scooter was brought to AERC’s Emergency Service. […]

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Why is My Cat Peeing Outside of the Litter Box? Is this an Emergency?

Why is My Cat Peeing Outside of the Litter Box? Is this an Emergency?

If your cat is peeing outside of the litter box, he may be trying to tell you something. Some cat owners understandably feel angry when their litter-box-trained cat is urinating outside the box. This can be very frustrating and can affect your relationship with your feline family member. While there are many behavioral reasons for […]

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Signs of Allergies in Your Pet and Therapeutic Options

Signs of Allergies in Your Pet and Therapeutic Options

If your pet is experiencing an allergic reaction or a yeast or bacteria infection, their symptoms can range from mild to severe: Difficulty breathing is considered “RED” – or true emergency– on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows […]

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Stay-At-Home Boredom Busters for Dogs

Stay-At-Home Boredom Busters for Dogs

Dogs need mental stimulation. With many dog owners staying home due to the Shelter-in-Place order, that lack of stimulation may cause dogs to exhibit unwanted behaviors. When our dogs can’t physically exercise the way we prefer, it’s important that they are using their brains- which can be just as exhausting! Here are a few stay-at-home […]

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Six Things Rabbit Owners Need to Know about Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV)

Six Things Rabbit Owners Need to Know about Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV)

Many rabbit owners are understandingly growing concerned about Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV) in the United States. Here are six things rabbit owners need to know about RHDV: 1. What is Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus? There was a recent outbreak in the Southwestern United States of Rabbit Hemorrhagic Disease Virus (RHDV). RHDV is resistant to disinfection, […]

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Measuring Your Pet’s Resting Respiratory Rate at Home

Measuring Your Pet’s Resting Respiratory Rate at Home

Knowing how to count your pet’s breathing rate at home can be a powerful tool for assessing his/her cardiopulmonary health – i.e. are your pet’s heart and lungs working as they should be? One of the heart’s many important jobs is to pump blood to the lungs to receive oxygen. If there is a problem […]

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Going Back to Work after Shelter-in-Place? 3 Tips on How to Prep Your Pet

Going Back to Work after Shelter-in-Place? 3 Tips on How to Prep Your Pet

In Minnesota, while it may feel like we’ve been social distancing for 100 years, it’s been closer to four weeks. Your pet, however, may feel as though it’s always been this way and expect it to continue in this fashion, even after life has gone back to a more “normal” state. After so much time […]

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7 Ways to Support Your Locally-Owned Veterinary Clinic during the Pandemic

7 Ways to Support Your Locally-Owned Veterinary Clinic during the Pandemic

Take a moment to pause and think about your community. Think about the small businesses that used to be a part of your daily routine. The Mom and Pop coffee shop around the corner, the beauty salon down the road, the bakery with your favorite bread and pastries, the restaurant where your family has “the […]

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Marijuana Poisoning in Pets: Part II

Marijuana Poisoning in Pets: Part II

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested THC buds or edible products, 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 […]

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Veterinary Care During the Pandemic: What Pet Owners Should Expect

Veterinary Care During the Pandemic: What Pet Owners Should Expect

During the COVID-19 pandemic, what do you do if your pet needs wellness care or other medical attention? Fortunately for pet owners, Governor Walz included veterinary clinics in the “essential businesses” category when he issued the shelter-in-place order, but services may vary from clinic to clinic. Read on to learn general guidelines for seeking and […]

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