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Now that spring has sprung in Minnesota, so have the fleas and ticks that threaten your pet's health and comfort. While these parasites are a problem all year long, they are even more prevalent as the snow melts and warmer temps arrive. Fleas 101 There are over 2,000...

Minnesota Veterinary Hospital is proud to have several Fear Free Certified Professionals on our staff. Why do we believe this certification is important to you as a pet owner?   The training and certification program has helped our veterinarians, veterinary...

You love your dog and would spend all your time with him if you could, but you need to work to pay the bills too. Your dog doesn't understand this and gets lonely in your absence. In fact, you might even describe his behavior while you're away as destructive....

Because dogs typically consume a healthier diet than humans do, it's rare for them to develop coronary artery disease. However, they can develop a condition known as progressive heart failure. Veterinarians consider this a disease of aging and not of lifestyle....

Traveling Can Be Highly Stressful for Pets   When traveling with a pet, the first challenge is finding a hotel that allows you to bring him along. You will likely have to pay significantly more per night or put down a deposit in case your pet causes any damages....

Chocolate contains theobromine and caffeine, both of which can cause your pet to become extremely ill. At Minnesota Veterinary Hospital, we recommend not sharing any amount of chocolate with your pet. This is true even if it has only trace amounts of these harmful...