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Lost Pet Prevention During Halloween: Microchips and ID Tags

Halloween can be an exciting night for families, but your pet may feel differently. Doorbells, trick-or-treaters, costumes, unfamiliar voices, and a frequently opened front door can make even a relaxed dog or cat nervous. One frightened dash outside can quickly turn a...

Pet Obesity Awareness: Is Your Pet at a Healthy Weight?

A few extra pounds may not seem like much, especially when your dog is still excited for walks or your cat still jumps onto a favorite chair. But for pets, even a small amount of excess weight can place added stress on the body. Since weight gain usually occurs over...

Preventing Separation Anxiety When Pets Spend More Time Alone

A shift in your daily routine can feel minor to you, but to your pet, it may change their entire day. Maybe the kids have returned to school, your work schedule has changed, or summer activities have ended. Suddenly, the dog who spent all day by your side or the cat...

Fall Allergies in Pets: Symptoms and Treatment

Crisp air, colorful leaves, and cooler walks make fall a favorite season for many Minnesota pet owners. But if your dog suddenly spends those walks scratching or your cat seems to be grooming nonstop, seasonal allergies could be making autumn uncomfortable. Fall...

Can a Microchip Help Find My Lost Pet? How Chips Really Work

Very few feelings compare to the sudden panic of realizing your pet is gone. Whether a gate blew open, a leash snapped, or a curious cat snuck through a door, those initial moments are overwhelming. As you begin searching, one question often jumps to mind: Can a...

My Dog Keeps Scratching but Has No Fleas: What’s Going On?

Watching your dog scratch all day can be frustrating, especially when you cannot find a single flea. Many pet owners assume fleas are always the cause of itchy skin, but there are many other reasons a dog may constantly scratch, lick, chew, or rub against furniture....

Foods at the Backyard BBQ That Can Land Your Dog at the Vet

Summer is the perfect time to fire up the grill, invite friends and family over, and enjoy a backyard BBQ. While everyone is busy eating burgers, hot dogs, and sweet treats, your dog may be keeping a close eye on every bite that falls to the ground. It only takes a...

Summer Parasite Prevention for Pets: Protect Your Dog or Cat from Fleas, Ticks, and Mosquitoes

Summer in Minnesota is the perfect time to enjoy longer walks, backyard barbecues, hiking trails, and afternoons at the lake with your dog or cat. While you and your pet are making the most of the season, fleas, ticks, and mosquitoes are becoming more active, too....

What Should I Do If My Dog Ate Chocolate?

Few things make a dog owner’s heart sink faster than discovering an empty chocolate wrapper on the floor. Whether it was a chocolate bar left on the counter, a bag of holiday treats, or a batch of freshly baked brownies, many dogs will happily eat chocolate if given...

How Often Should My Cat Get Vaccinated?

If your cat received vaccines last year, you may be wondering if it's time for another round. The answer isn't always straightforward. While some vaccines are given annually, others may provide protection for several years. Factors such as your cat's age, lifestyle,...

Enjoying Autumn With Your pet

Fall brings many changes in your family's routine, such as the kids going back to school and a focus on seasonal activities like hayrides and football. As the leaves fall from the trees outside and the temperature is noticeably cooler, it's important to watch for...

Vaccines Give You More Years to Enjoy with Your Pet

Our pets are with us for such a short time that it only makes sense to do everything we can to keep them happy, healthy, and comfortable. This includes staying current with their vaccination schedule. Immunizations protect your pet from developing disabling or even...

A Microchip Can Save Your Lost Pet’s Life

It's heartbreaking to lose a beloved pet because he got away from you and couldn't find his way back home. Unfortunately, it's also very common. The American Animal Humane Society estimates that one in three pets will get lost at some point in their lifetime. Every...

A Microchip Can Save Your Lost Pet’s Life

It's heartbreaking to lose a beloved pet because he got away from you and couldn't find his way back home. Unfortunately, it's also very common. The American Animal Humane Society estimates that one in three pets will get lost at some point in their lifetime. Every...

Vaccines Give You More Years to Enjoy with Your Pet

Our pets are with us for such a short time that it only makes sense to do everything we can to keep them happy, healthy, and comfortable. This includes staying current with their vaccination schedule. Immunizations protect your pet from developing disabling or even...

Heatstroke Prevention for the Dog Days of Summer

Heatstroke Prevention for the Dog Days of Summer

It's July, which means that we are officially in the dog days of summer. This phrase refers to the hottest and most humid days of summer that typically occur in July and August. Both people and animals can suffer from heat-related illnesses at this time of year....

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