Posts Tagged: Minnesota veterinary referral center May 10, 2023 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota Red Building Open House Party 2023 Drone Image by JL Drone Imagery. A big thank you to everyone who came to our Oakdale Red Building Open House Party on May 7th, 2023! We sure did luck out with the weather & enjoyed the sunny day. We were very excited to open our doors and invite the community to tour our new […] Read More AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2022 Happy 2023! As we begin a new year, we’re taking a quick look back at 2022 to compile a list of our most popular blogs! It’s become a tradition here to create this annual list, so, without further ado, here are our top ten blogs of 2022! 10. Top Five Things Pet Owners Need to […] Read More 5 Steps of Your Pet’s Cataract Surgery | Veterinary Ophthalmology Like humans, our pets can also experience cataract formation! Cataract formation is a common and correctable cause for changes in a pet’s vision. Before we dive in though, let’s first back up and explain this eye disease. Normally, the lens of the eye focuses light onto the retina to create a clear image of the […] Read More Home Dental Care for Your Cat and Dog | Part II: Steps Involved in Brushing & Dental Care Products Be sure to read Part 1: Why and How Should I Provide At-Home Dental Care? In the hierarchy of daily home dental care, brushing or wiping is best (the “gold standard”) to remove plaque. Chewing dental treats and safe objects are considered second best, and a distant third place are passive products such as water additives. Often, pet owners […] Read More 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 My Dog Can’t Walk: Sudden Paralysis in Dogs If your pet is suddenly unable to walk or get up, this is considered “RED” – a 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! To transport a pet with a suspected […] Read More Oral Tumors in Pets Learning that your beloved pet has a growth in their mouth is daunting. It’s an experience no pet owner wants to go through. However, early recognition and an accurate diagnosis of the oral mass can result in more treatment options and a better prognosis for your pet. Here is a brief breakdown of what the […] 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 Why Does My Dog Shed in Autumn? Finding dog hair everywhere? Feel like you’re constantly getting out the vacuum? Tis the season for dog shedding! A dog’s hair cycle timing is directly influenced by the amount of daylight hours which is why many dogs go through a shed as the seasons change. Now that it’s autumn in Minnesota, our dogs are shedding […] Read More Types of Allergies in Pets If your pet is experiencing an allergic reaction or a yeast or bacteria infection, their symptoms can range from mild to severe: Difficulty breathing is considered “RED” – or true emergency– on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows […] Read More Older Posts
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