What to Expect When Your Pet Needs to be Hospitalized

What to Expect When Your Pet Needs to be Hospitalized

When you bring your pet to Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, whether it is to visit one of our specialty departments or our emergency service, you will work closely with your pet’s veterinarian to determine the best plan for their care. Depending on your pet’s condition, stability, and diagnostic results, hospitalization for stabilization […]

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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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Four Common Houseplants that are Toxic to Cats and Dogs

Four Common Houseplants that are Toxic to Cats and Dogs

If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a toxic plant, 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 next. […]

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5 Things Emergency Vets Want Dog Owners to Know

5 Things Emergency Vets Want Dog Owners to Know

As a Twin Cities emergency veterinarian and a fellow pet owner, I have seen a lot – especially when it comes to our canine friends. From noses that sniff out toxic foods, to leaps off couches that cause sprained or broken limbs, to illnesses that slow them down, there are many reasons for dogs to […]

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Nasal Discharge and Sneezing in Dogs and Cats: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Nasal Discharge and Sneezing in Dogs and Cats: What’s Normal and What’s Not

It’s that time of year for us humans: cold and flu season, where you hear sneezing and sniffling throughout your workplace and home. But what does it mean if your dog or cat starts to sneeze or has a runny nose? What’s considered normal and what’s not? Here’s what pet owners need to know: What’s […]

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