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Fight Rabies Before It Strikes: What Every Pet Owner Should Know

Rabies is a word that can send a shiver down any pet owner’s spine. It is a disease that is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear, yet it is entirely preventable with proper care. Even though many pet parents have heard of rabies, there are still common questions...

Say Goodbye to Pet Pain: What You Need to Know This Animal Pain Awareness Month

When your pet isn’t feeling well, they can’t simply tell you what’s wrong. And while some discomforts are easy to spot like limping or whimpering, others can be subtle. During Animal Pain Awareness Month, it’s the perfect time to learn how to recognize those quieter...

Not All Pets Are Created Equal: Why Cats Need Unique Veterinary Care

If you have both a cat and a dog at home, you've probably noticed they experience the world very differently. While your dog might wag their tail at the leash, ready to jump in the car for their next vet visit, your cat likely vanishes under the bed at the sound of...

Stop the Scratch: Understanding and Preventing Itchy Skin in Pets

If your dog can’t stop licking his paws or your cat’s constant scratching is keeping you up at night, you’re not alone—and neither is your pet. Itchy skin is one of the most common reasons pets are brought to the vet, and it can be frustrating for both pets and their...

Mutts: The Ultimate Underdogs of National Mutt Day!

Have you ever looked into the soulful eyes of a mutt and felt like you’d met a one-in-a-million friend? National Mutt Day, celebrated on July 31 and December 2, is the perfect chance to recognize the incredible charm, resilience, and love these mixed breed dogs bring...

The Hidden Dangers: Zoonotic Diseases and Your Pets

Did you know your cuddly cat or playful pup could carry germs that can make you or your family sick? It’s not something any pet parent wants to think about, but understanding zoonotic diseases—those that pass from animals to humans—is a key part of keeping both your...

Skin Deep: How Summer Affects Your Pet’s Skin and Coat

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...

Senior Pets in Summer: Mobility, Hydration & Heat Awareness

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...

Pet-tential Emergencies: Are You Ready?

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....

Dental Duty: Why Your Pet’s Smile Deserves a Spotlight

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, pets need...

Food Allergies in Dogs

Food allergies in dogs can be difficult to identify, so it is important to keep a close eye on your pet and investigate any abnormal symptoms as soon as possible. Allergies are triggered when allergens invade the dog's body and upset its delicately balanced immune...

Antifreeze Toxicity

Antifreeze Toxicity

Antifreeze is more common during this time of year when the weather is chilly and our engines are susceptible to freezing, but it's not entirely safe and it's important to understand the danger it poses to our pets. Antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, an organic...

Choose MN Vet For Doggy Daycare

Choose MN Vet For Doggy Daycare

Doggy daycare is one of those services that people think is an "extra" to their pet's overall health and well-being. However, there are many benefits to having your dog participate in this activity while you're away at work or vacation! Why is daycare important?...

The importance of preventive care

The importance of preventive care

Can you imagine never taking your children to their doctor for a physical or wellness visit? You likely would not go years without visiting the physician for a checkup, either. Unfortunately, many pet owners only schedule a veterinary visit when their cat or dog needs...

Dental Health and Your Pet

Dental Health and Your Pet

Did you know that almost 80 percent of cats and dogs have some kind of periodontal disease? Even more startling than four out of five companion animals have periodontal disease is that many develop prior to reaching the age of three. The AVMA (American Veterinary...

Teeth & Your Pet’s Health

Teeth & Your Pet’s Health

Can you imagine going through a day, or even a week, without brushing your teeth? Think of the reasons that dental health is so important to you, and then consider many of these same reasons are equally as important for your pet. Our pets benefit greatly from proper...

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