How to Have a Pet-Safe Valentine's Day

How to Have a Pet-Safe Valentine's Day

With Valentine’s Day just a few days away, you may be busy planning for a romantic evening at home or putting up decorations. You probably aren’t planning an emergency visit to Minnesota Veterinary Hospital. Unfortunately, pets can get themselves into...
January is National Walk Your Dog Month

January is National Walk Your Dog Month

  January may be cold, but it's also National Walk Your Dog Month. If you don't normally take your dog for a walk each day, the flipping of the calendar to 2017 is the perfect opportunity to create a new habit. Dogs who don't get this necessary daily...
Understanding Feline FIV

Understanding Feline FIV

  Cat owners are often confused about the difference between feline FIV and feline FeLV and what a diagnosis means for their pet. Feline FIV, which stands for feline immunodeficiency virus, is the equivalent of the AIDS virus in humans. Feline FeLV, on the other...
December is Safe Pet Toys and Gifts Month

December is Safe Pet Toys and Gifts Month

  One of the joys of being a pet owner is watching your dog or cat enjoy playing with a toy that you picked out especially for him. Toys help meet your pet’s need for stimulation while also providing him with exercise and entertainment. An added bonus is...