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Pet Cancer: The Most Common Types and How to Catch Them Early

Hearing the word "cancer" in the same sentence as your pet's name can feel like a punch to the heart. For many pet owners, it's one of the most frightening diagnoses imaginable. But there’s good news: with greater awareness, improved diagnostics, and early...

Celebrating our Veterinary Practice Management Team

Behind Every Great Veterinary Clinic Is a Rockstar Management Team When you walk into Minnesota Veterinary Hospital, you are greeted with friendly smiles, calm pets, and a smooth experience. Appointments run on time, the waiting room feels welcoming, and your pet’s...

More Than Just Scrubs: Honoring Our Veterinary Technicians This October

October is a special month in animal care. Across the country, veterinary hospitals and clinics pause to recognize the dedicated professionals who often work quietly behind the scenes: veterinary technicians. At Minnesota Veterinary Hospital in Shoreview, we see the...

Fluffy Doesn’t Have to Mean Unhealthy: Pet Obesity Tips

Do you ever find yourself calling your pet “extra fluffy” as you give them a belly rub? While a little pudge may look cute, extra weight can put a serious strain on your dog or cat’s health. In fact, obesity is one of the most common and preventable conditions...

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...
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...

Embrace Winter With Your Pet

Embrace Winter With Your Pet

It's official! Winter has arrived to Shoreview, MN - and it's time to embrace all that our beautiful area has to offer"¦..and bring your adventurous dog with you! He or she will not only benefit from the physical exercise, but also enjoy the companionship with you!...

5 Tips to Help Prepare Your Pet For Winter

5 Tips to Help Prepare Your Pet For Winter

In the winter months, you are going to need to take extra precautions when it comes to looking after your pets. Winter can bring some harsh challenges, so you need to make sure that your pet is going to stay healthy throughout this season. We have come up...

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