Understanding GI Upset in Pets & When to Go to the ER

Understanding GI Upset in Pets & When to Go to the ER

If your pet is currently experiencing GI upset, refer to our Fast Track Triage system for the best course of action: Pets experiencing persistent or severe vomiting, appetite loss for more than 24 hours, a known foreign body ingestion causing illness, or diarrhea paired with vomiting or loss of appetite are considered “ORANGE” – or […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XIII: Milo the Miracle Dog

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XIII: Milo the Miracle Dog

If your pet was hit by a car, this is considered a “RED” – a true emergency – on our Fast Track Triage chart. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Administer basic first aid. If there is bleeding or […]

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10 Common Autumn Pet Hazards

10 Common Autumn Pet Hazards

If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress or seizures caused by a toxin or persistent non-productive retching, 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! If […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XII: I Spy Something in Charlie’s Eye

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XII: I Spy Something in Charlie’s Eye

  Ocular health is an important part of a pet’s overall health. Vision loss, squinting, and/or green-yellow discharge, are all common signs that a pet should seek veterinary care within 24 hours to identify the source of pain and prevent severe eye disease. Eye injuries can progress quickly, so when Charlie, a six-year-old Shih Tzu/Poodle […]

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4 Subtle Signs Your Pet is in Pain

4 Subtle Signs Your Pet is in Pain

Assessing pain in pets can be challenging, even for experienced veterinary professionals. While pets cannot grade their pain on a scale of 1-10, they can communicate discomfort in other ways.   If you notice your pet displaying any of these four subtle signs of pain, don’t overlook them!  1. Decreased Appetite  Pets often eat less when […]

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Lake & Beach Dangers for Dogs

Lake & Beach Dangers for Dogs

A beach day with your dog often sounds like the perfect summer escape. What could go wrong? Well, unfortunately, enough to comprise a full list. So, before you aspire to bum around the beach with your dog all summer, lift your sunglasses and read about these potential beach dangers for dogs! 1. Parasites and Bacteria  […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XI: Robbie’s Rodenticide Rules

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XI: Robbie’s Rodenticide Rules

My name is Robbie. I may only be two years old, but I’m a Border Collie, the world’s smartest dog breed, and oh boy, do I have knowledge to share with my fellow doggie friends! You see, I recently ate rodenticide and survived! So, I’m sharing my rodenticide rules to help other dogs find this […]

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Tornado Safety for Pets

Tornado Safety for Pets

It’s storm season here in Minnesota, and we want pets to be safe during scary, uncertain weather conditions. Our most important piece of advice is this: Be prepared and have a family emergency plan that includes your pets! That said, here are a few other tips on how pet parents can prepare for a tornado, […]

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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode X: The Medication Mistake

Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode X: The Medication Mistake

If your pet experiences a medication overdose or ingests your other pet’s medications, 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 […]

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How to Know if Your Pet is Experiencing Respiratory Distress

How to Know if Your Pet is Experiencing Respiratory Distress

If your pet is having difficulty breathing, 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! Remove any neck collars or facial restrictions such as muzzles.   […]

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