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Healthy Teeth, Happy Pets: Everything You Need to Know About Pet Dental Health

Have you noticed your furry friend’s breath isn’t as fresh as it used to be? Or perhaps you’ve seen some tartar buildup on their teeth? While these might seem like small issues, they could be signs of bigger dental health concerns. Just like us, dogs and cats need...

Spay/Neuter Awareness: Why It’s Important for Your Pet’s Health and Well-being

Have you ever thought about how spaying or neutering your pet can impact their long-term health and happiness? Beyond being a responsible pet owner, these procedures are essential for improving your pet’s quality of life and managing pet overpopulation. Let’s dive...

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...
We Wish you a Safe Holiday Season!

We Wish you a Safe Holiday Season!

While the holiday season brings happy times and memories each year, it also brings the possibilities of health risks to your pet.     There are many things that you may not realize are hazardous to your pet that are often around your home during...

FAQs: Animals and Ebola

From the University of MN Center for Animal Health and Food Safety Can dogs become infected with Ebola? Very little is known about how dogs or other animals respond to Ebola virus. Studies on dogs in West Africa have shown that dogs develop antibodies when...

Boarding Services (Grooming, too!)

Minnesota Veterinary Hospital offers the best in doggie daycare boarding facilities. We know that it is important for puppies and dogs to receive social interaction, stimulation, and exercise in a supervised environment. We provide safe indoor and outdoor facilities...

Ticks and Diseases

Ticks and the diseases they carry are in a continual state of movement across North America. It's important to talk to your veterinarian about concerns you have regarding our geographical region, but also if you plan on travelling to other destinations across the US...

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