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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AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2020

AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2020

So long, 2020! As this difficult year full of changes and challenges comes to an end, we’re keeping our fingers, toes, and paws crossed for a better 2021. In preparation for our annual “top blogs” of the year compilation, we reviewed all of our blog articles from 2020, noting the shift from pre-pandemic to post-pandemic […]

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Can My Pet Eat Nuts?

Can My Pet Eat Nuts?

If your pet is showing signs of pancreatitis (vomiting, decrease in appetite, decrease in energy, abdominal pain, and diarrhea), this is considered an “orange” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. Your pet should be seen by your family veterinarian or animal emergency hospital within 12 hours. Always call ahead so […]

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My Dog Can’t Walk: Sudden Paralysis in Dogs

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 […]

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Understanding Water Intoxication in Pets

Understanding Water Intoxication in Pets

If your pet consumed a large amount of water and is displaying mild signs of intoxication such as lethargy, vomiting, or bloating, these are considered a code “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet evaluated by your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within […]

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Hot Spots on Dogs

Hot Spots on Dogs

It’s one in the morning and you wake up to the sound of your dog incessantly licking at the base of his tail- over and over and over. You turn on the light to discover the area he is licking is now red, raw, and sensitive to the touch. This is a familiar scenario for […]

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What to Do If Your Pet Is Overheated

What to Do If Your Pet Is Overheated

Heat exhaustion, or heat stroke, is a common pet emergency during these warmer months.  Dogs are not able to cool themselves by sweating the way people do.  Instead, they primarily cool themselves by panting. They only sweat a small amount from their paw pads.  This makes them more sensitive to heat stress. If a dog […]

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Why I Became an ER Vet

Why I Became an ER Vet

Why did I become an ER vet? To put it simply, I can’t imagine doing anything else. Since I graduated from veterinary school, emergency and critical care work is all I’ve done. It’s an extremely fulfilling line of work. Obviously, I love animals or else I wouldn’t have pursued a career in veterinary medicine. Aside […]

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Top 10 AERC Blog Articles of 2019

Top 10 AERC Blog Articles of 2019

That’s a wrap on 2019! For many, the end of the year is a time to reflect. So we decided to look back on Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota’s blog from the past year and compile a list of our top ten blog articles of 2019. Without further ado, here’s our list: 10. […]

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Common Thanksgiving Foods That are Dangerous to Pets

Common Thanksgiving Foods That are Dangerous to Pets

  Thanksgiving is a special holiday that brings family and friends together. But this holiday can be very dangerous- and we’re not talking about the carbs! Holiday feasts are full of foods that are dangerous to pets. Below is a list of common Thanksgiving foods that can be toxic or hazardous to your pets. 1. […]

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