The long, sunny days of summer are here—and while your pet may love the extra outdoor time, warm weather can do more than heat up their mood. It can also trigger skin and coat issues that leave pets itchy, uncomfortable, and even at risk for infection. As a trusted...
Is your senior pet ready for summer? Just like us, older pets feel the heat—and they often feel it more intensely. Senior dogs and cats are more vulnerable to dehydration, heatstroke, and mobility issues, especially during Shoreview’s warm, humid months. But with a...
You never think it’ll happen to your pet—until it does. One minute, everything’s fine. Next, your dog is limping after a hike, or your cat is drooling after chewing something suspicious. Pet emergencies come out of nowhere, and they don’t wait for a convenient time....
Have you ever been greeted with a big, wet kiss from your dog—or a curious sniff from your cat—only to recoil at their breath? While we often chalk it up to being “just pet breath,” it’s often a sign of something more serious: dental disease. Just like us,...
Think heartworm disease is only a worry during the summer months? Or that your indoor cat or dog is safe from it? You’re not alone. Every year, pet owners in Shoreview and beyond make assumptions about heartworm disease—some harmless, others potentially...
Dogs don’t speak our language, but they’re constantly communicating. Whether it’s a wagging tail, a nervous yawn, or a subtle shift in posture, every movement tells a story. And when we miss these signals, misunderstandings can happen—sometimes resulting in a bite....