Posts Tagged: board-certified veterinarian October 21, 2020 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota How Can I Tell When My Exotic Pet is Sick? It’s a tragically common scenario in exotic pet medicine: the pet’s parent tells me that my patient’s symptoms (no appetite and not moving around much) just started yesterday. Before that, it was normal. Then I do my physical exam. I discover the bird’s prominent keel bone sticking far out beyond its emaciated breast muscles. The […] Read More 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, […] Read More General Post-Operative Care for Pets We know it can be intimidating bringing your pet home after a surgical procedure. Don’t worry! Below we have addressed the five things you need to know for successful at-home care after surgery. 1. Activity Restriction Most animals’ activity will need to be restricted for 10-14 days after surgery while the incision heals. This means […] Read More How to Keep Your Dog or Cat Safe this Cold Minnesota Winter As winter approaches, we want to make sure our four-legged friends are safe from the snow and cold. After all, we can bundle up more, but our pets can’t add on any more layers (that is, unless you do it for him or her)! While most Minnesotans are well aware of the dangers of wind […] Read More
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