Posts Tagged: pet health August 23, 2023 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota Broken Toenails in Pets A broken toenail is considered “YELLOW” – or a semi-urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet evaluated by your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within 24 hours. Call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you, and if your pet’s condition worsens, […] Read More Common Eye Problems in Pets If your pet’s eye is bleeding profusely or experienced a trauma, 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 your pet is squinting, has eye […] Read More 4 Most Common Summer Pet Dangers If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress, heatstroke, or a severe trauma (such as hit by car or an animal bite), 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 […] Read More 10 Tips to Keep Your Cat Cool This Summer If your pet is experiencing severe heat stress or a heat stroke (symptoms include lethargy, vomiting, difficulty breathing, collapse, or a high rectal temperature) – 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 […] Read More Wound Management in Pets If your pet experienced a severe trauma or is profusely bleeding from any wound, 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 your pet has […] Read More Sudden Collapse in Pets Part II: What To Do if Your Pet Collapses If your pet suddenly collapses or cannot get up, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies– on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! If you haven’t already, we encourage you to read Part I […] Read More Sudden Collapse in Pets Part I: Common Causes If your pet suddenly collapses or cannot get up, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies– on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Your dog is playing in the yard and suddenly collapses. When […] Read More Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XVII: The Collie & the THC Toxicity Case If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested THC buds or edible products, 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 […] Read More Aural Hematoma in Pets If your pet is profusely bleeding from any wound, 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 your pet has a small wound, this […] Read More Trouble During Active Labor & Post-Birth Illnesses in Pets If your pet is having trouble during active labor or postpartum, 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! Some of the most rewarding, but also […] Read More Older Posts Newer Posts
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