What Happens When a Life-Threatening Pet Emergency Comes to Our ER

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 […]

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Anesthesia in Exotic Animals

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 […]

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Fractured Teeth in Pets

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 […]

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Gifting Flowers for Pet Parents | Valentine’s Day

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 […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XIX: A Chocolatey Conundrum

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 […]

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Enrichment Activities for Dogs

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 […]

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Hydrocephalus in Dogs & Cats

Hydrocephalus in Dogs & Cats

If your pet is suddenly unable to walk or get up, or if your pet is experiencing active seizures, cluster seizures, or status epilepticus, 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 […]

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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions

Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions

Read Part I to learn about how your veterinary team diagnoses your pet’s cancer. In October of 2023, Dr. Keepman, one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss common types of cancer in pets and treatment options. You can watch the replay of the video here for more in-depth information […]

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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part I: Determining a Diagnosis

Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part I: Determining a Diagnosis

It can be frightening to face a cancer diagnosis with your pet. Hopefully, we can demystify cancer and tumors for pet parents and give them helpful information – because information is the best weapon against cancer. In October of 2023, Dr. Keepman, one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss […]

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Ice Melt Toxicity in Pets

Ice Melt Toxicity in Pets

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested ice melt, 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 […]

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