Posts Tagged: dog health February 8, 2018 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota 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 ‘Tis the Season for Tick Prevention The best way to keep ticks off your dog is to take action BEFORE you find a tick. Did you know? Adult ticks are most common from late February to early April Female ticks lay between 3,000-6,000 eggs in the summer which is why ticks are the most active during summer Ticks tend to live […] Read More 15 Facts about Lyme Disease Here are a few quick facts pet owners should know about Lyme Disease: Lyme disease is a bacterial infection commonly seen in both dogs and people. Dogs living in the Midwest have significant risk of developing Lyme disease. An infected tick is more likely to bite your dog if your dog spends time in the […] Read More Newer Posts
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