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May 19, 2025 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota

Pet Cancer Treatment Options with Dr. Briana Keller

Pet Cancer Treatment Options with Dr. Briana Keller

In May, we spoke with Dr. Briana Keller, board-certified veterinary oncologist, in a discussion about pet cancer treatment options. If you are currently facing this dilemma with your pet, you can catch the replay here or read the summary below! Cancer treatment options can vary greatly based on where your pet’s cancer is, what kind […]

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Sukkot Pet Dangers

Sukkot Pet Dangers

As families prepare to welcome the harvest festival, it’s important to keep pets safe this Sukkot! One of the best ways to do this is to keep pets out of your sukkah, because the enclosed space can have a number of potential hazards including decorations and food. Read on for more tips on how to […]

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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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Gifting Flowers for Pet Parents | Valentine’s Day

Gifting Flowers for Pet Parents | Valentine’s Day

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet was exposed to Easter lilies or any other toxic type of lily, 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 […]

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7 Safe & Fun Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Your Pets

7 Safe & Fun Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Your Pets

Even the Grinch found a way to include his dog, Max, in his holiday plans! ? While there are many hazards and toxins that surround the winter holidays, there are still ways you can make Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa fun for you and your pets. Here are just a few ideas to help inspire your […]

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When Your Pet Just Can’t Go: Constipation in Pets

When Your Pet Just Can’t Go: Constipation in Pets

If your pet is straining to defecate, this is considered a “YELLOW” – or 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 […]

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5 Ways to Improve Your Pet’s Health in the New Year

5 Ways to Improve Your Pet’s Health in the New Year

We all want the best for our pets and with the new year beginning, it’s a great time to write down health goals for your pet. Here are a few ideas to consider to help improve your pet’s health this year! 1. Treat Responsibly   One of the biggest pet health concerns is obesity, which […]

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AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2021

AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2021

It may be 2022, but we’re taking a look back at 2021. It’s become an annual tradition for us to compile a list of our most popular blogs from the past year, and this year is no different! So, with that being said, here are our top ten blogs of 2021!  10. The Importance of […]

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Why Are Veterinarians So Busy Right Now

Why Are Veterinarians So Busy Right Now

If you’ve sought veterinary care during the pandemic, you may have been surprised that your veterinarian’s appointment schedule was booked out for 3-4 weeks for anything routine. If you’ve needed emergency veterinary care, the comparison to pre-pandemic life may have been even more dramatic. Normal wait times of 2-3 hours have ballooned to 6-8 hours, and emergency hospitals often have to stop receiving patients.   The intention […]

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Pet Euthanasia: Making the Difficult Decision

Pet Euthanasia:  Making the Difficult Decision

Making the decision to say goodbye is one of the hardest decisions a pet parent will face. Our pets are beloved family members and knowing the “right” time to euthanize can be an overwhelming prospect. As you weigh the options and assess your pet’s quality of life, we want to provide some insight on the pet euthanasia process in order to […]

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