Our Blog

Train Your Dog Month: A 10 Minute a Day Plan for Better Leash Manners

January is Train Your Dog Month, and there’s no better time to start working on one of the most common challenges dog owners face: leash manners. If your dog tends to pull, zig-zag across the sidewalk, or gets overly excited on walks, you’re not alone. The good news?...

Cold Weather, Warm Hearts: How to Spot Hypothermia and Frostbite in Pets

Minnesota winters are no joke. The snow, ice, and bitter cold may be part of what makes Shoreview beautiful, but they also pose real dangers for our pets. While we may grab a coat, boots, and gloves before stepping outside, our pets don’t always have the same...

Behind the Stethoscope: Celebrating International Day of Veterinary Medicine

Who do you turn to when your pet needs care, healing, or just a little extra love during a tough time? Most pet owners immediately think of their trusted veterinarian. But have you ever stopped to consider what goes on behind the exam room door, or the many hands and...

Skip the ER Visit: 10 Holiday Dangers Pet Parents Should Avoid

The holidays are meant for joy, family, and memory-making but for too many pet parents, they can also mean an unexpected trip to the emergency veterinarian. Between rich foods, decorations, cold weather, and guests coming and going, your pet’s environment can change...

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...
5 Ways to Reduce Your Pet's Anxiety

5 Ways to Reduce Your Pet's Anxiety

Both dogs and cats can develop anxiety, although it's often more obvious to see in a dog. This can come as a surprise to pet owners who may envy what they think is their pet's easy life. Below we look at some common causes of anxiety for each type of animal...

Choosing a Boarding Facility for Your Pet

Choosing a Boarding Facility for Your Pet

Are you looking forward to an upcoming vacation? Are you concerned about leaving your dog or cat behind? We want to help assure you that at Minnesota Veterinary Hospital we understand that no boarding facility can replace the needed interaction a pet receives from his...

Rabies – The Impact In Your Backyard

September 28th marks World Rabies Day, so now seems a good time to investigate what this illness is, why it is so serious, and the threat it can pose to your own pets. What is rabies? Rabies is a virus that is primarily passed from mammal to mammal via saliva. There...

Fleas and Ticks Are Still Here!

Fleas and Ticks Are Still Here!

The onset of fall is always an interesting time. While there's no denying we'll all miss the long, hazy summer days, there's a variety of delights to be enjoyed in the forthcoming months: Halloween, the changing color of the leaves, and the freedom from...

Take Your Cat to the Vet Day

Take Your Cat to the Vet Day

Did you know that August 22 is Take Your Cat to the Vet Day? The American Veterinary Medical Association (AMVA) established this awareness event several years ago after learning that the typical cat sees the vet just one or two times per year. Compared to dogs, this...

Only the Lonely

Only the Lonely

  Does your dog chew, scratch, whine or bark when left alone? Or does your cat urinate in your bed or meow loudly? While more common in dogs than cats, you may be tempted to conclude your pet has separation anxiety. It's important to properly evaluate the...

join The Newsletter

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Morbi volutpat, leo quis hendrerit dictum, sapien libero fermentum justo, eget faucibus diam arcu.

Looking For A Professional?

Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Morbi volutpat, leo quis hendrerit dictum, sapien libero fermentum justo, eget faucibus diam arcu.

Get in Touch By Phone Or email

Morbi volutpat, leo quis hendrerit dictum, sapien libero fermentum justo, eget faucibus diam arcu sit amet nisi. Duis rutrum diam.

Phone

(245) 426-3523