Posts Tagged: dog health March 25, 2020 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota What to Do If Your Pet Has Fleas Springtime is here and with the warmer weather, there is an increased presence of fleas! These parasites are a hassle to get rid of. Once your house has fleas, it can take up to three months to completely eliminate the infestation due to the life cycle of the flea. Here’s what pet owners need to […] Read More What You Need to Know about Grain Free Dog Food and Heart Disease By now, many of you have likely heard about the risk of heart disease in dogs eating “BEG” diets – boutique diets from small companies, diets with exotic ingredients, and/or grain-free diets. In July 2018, the FDA announced that they were launching an investigation into the link between these nontraditional canine diets and dilated cardiomyopathy. […] Read More Does My Pet Have Diabetes? Have you observed an increase in the amount of times your pet is drinking and urinating? Is he also losing weight, despite a good appetite? These aren’t usually normal, age-related changes. If you notice these changes, it’s time to see your family veterinarian and find out whether or not your pet has diabetes. What is […] Read More Is My Dog Losing Her Hearing? Is your dog barking excessively, sleeping more, not listening to your commands, or starting to have accidents in the house? These are all signs that she could be losing her hearing. Dogs that cannot hear (and therefore cannot respond to verbal commands) can seem like their behavior is changing, when in fact they are just […] Read More Xylitol: It’s Not So Sweet | Xylitol Toxicity in Dogs If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested xylitol, 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 […] Read More Dangers of Blue-Green Algae If your pet swam in blue-green algae or drank from a body of water containing blue-green algae, this is considered a “RED” – or true emergency – 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! […] Read More Valentine’s Day Gifts for Your Dog Valentine’s Day is around the corner. Do you know what you’re going to get your sweetheart? Maybe you’ve thought ahead and have the cards, dinner reservations, and flowers all prepared for the people you love – but what about your other sweetheart? The one who’s there for you daily? The one who loves you unconditionally? […] Read More No Bread Dough for Fido: Understanding Bread Dough Poisoning in Dogs If your pet ingested yeast dough and is experiencing severe symptoms of stomach rupture (ie: distended abdomen or unproductive retching), this is considered a “RED” – or true emergency – 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 […] Read More Why Should I Adopt a Senior Pet? November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month. Many pet owners and prospective pet owners can’t wait to adopt a cute puppy, but there are many adoptable pets that get overlooked because they are seniors. Rescues like Grey Face Rescue & Retirement focus on these pets that may otherwise fall between the cracks. Grey Face is a non-profit, […] Read More Are You Ready to Own a Dog? September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month. If you are already a dog owner, you are very familiar with what it takes to care for a puppy or a dog. You have to accept all tasks that come with having a dog: from buying food to cleaning up after your dog to veterinary bills. It’s a […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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