Why is My Pet Limping?

Why is My Pet Limping?

If your pet collapses, is unable to walk or get up, or experiences severe 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 […]

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5 Most Common Non-Toxin Pet Emergencies

5 Most Common Non-Toxin Pet Emergencies

At Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, our ER sees many distinct types of pet emergencies. Toxicities are one of the most common, but we also see a lot of other non-toxin pet emergencies. In July 2022, Dr. Wolf, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss the five most […]

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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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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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When Chronic Diseases Go South | Pet Health

When Chronic Diseases Go South | Pet Health

  If your pet is experiencing difficulty breathing, multiple seizures within 24 hours, inability to walk or stand, or collapse, 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 […]

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Fourth of July Pet Dangers

Fourth of July Pet Dangers

On the Fourth of July, we may celebrate independence, but don’t give your pets the freedom to do whatever they want for this summer holiday! From potential toxins to hazards and dangers, it’s important for pet parents to have a plan to keep pets safe from these Fourth of July pet dangers! 1. Heat  On […]

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Top 10 Summer Pet Toxins

Top 10 Summer Pet Toxins

If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress or seizures caused by a toxin, 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 […]

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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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