Pet E.R. Myths with E.R. Vet Dr. Schader

Pet E.R. Myths with E.R. Vet Dr. Schader

In April 2025, Dr. Schader, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us on Facebook Live to bust some common myths about the animal ER! Missed it? No worries—check out a quick summary of the myths and Dr. Schader’s expert answers below.  Dr. Schader has been a valued member of the Animal Emergency & Referral Center […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXI: Rootbeer’s Battle with Bromethalin

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XXI: Rootbeer’s Battle with Bromethalin

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a toxic item, 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. […]

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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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Canine Parvovirus: What Dog Parents Need to Know

Canine Parvovirus: What Dog Parents Need to Know

If your pet has diarrhea paired with vomiting or loss of appetite, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet see your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within the next 12 hours. Please call ahead of your arrival so the […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XVI: Leo & the Pressurized Liquid

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XVI: Leo & the Pressurized Liquid

If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress, 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! If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested something […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode IX | Frank the Pug and the Bladder Stone

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode IX | Frank the Pug and the Bladder Stone

Lethargic, not eating, vomiting, large (and painful!) bladder, straining to urinate. More accurately, no urination at all – since Frank, a three-year-old Pug, hadn’t peed in twenty-four hours. These symptoms, plus Frank’s elevated kidney values on bloodwork led our emergency team to a quick diagnosis of urinary obstruction. But what was the cause of the […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode IV: The Usual Suspect: An AERC Tribute to Film Noir

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode IV: The Usual Suspect: An AERC Tribute to Film Noir

Of all the veterinary emergency rooms in all the towns in all the world, Rory walked into AERC’s. Or rather, his owner brought him in. Dr. Thell took one look at Rory and knew one thing: he was in pain, and he was the usual suspect for a feline urinary obstruction. But more on that […]

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Thanksgiving Feast: What Can I Share with My Pets? What Shouldn’t I Share?

Thanksgiving Feast: What Can I Share with My Pets? What Shouldn’t I Share?

We know this Thanksgiving will look different for many families. As you prepare Thanksgiving dinner at home (or put out the takeout food from a local restaurant or catering company), your dog and cat may be eager to join the Thanksgiving feast. But don’t give in to the puppy eyes and begging without first knowing […]

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Top 5 Winter Pet Dangers

Top 5 Winter Pet Dangers

As Minnesotans transition from fall to winter, it’s important to remember that our pets are adapting too. Whether you and your pets love Minnesota’s winters or you both wish you could be snowbirds, the snow and decrease in temperature means it’s time to be extra mindful of the additional potential pet emergencies that come with […]

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When to Bring Your Pet to the ER Vet

When to Bring Your Pet to the ER Vet

As an emergency critical care veterinary specialist, I see a lot of dogs and cats coming into the animal ER. Some are true emergencies, and could have died without coming in, and others are more stable but the pet owner wasn’t able to get into their veterinarian. First off, it’s important to have some things […]

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