If you witnessed or strongly suspect that your pet ingested a toxic plant, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. If veterinary care is advised, call your family veterinarian or local animal emergency
read moreEven the Grinch found a way to include his dog, Max, in his holiday plans! 😉 While there are many hazards and toxins that surround the winter holidays, there are still ways you can make Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa fun for you and your pets. Here are just a few ideas to help inspire your holiday plans! 1. Holiday Cards If your family sends out holiday cards, include your
read moreIf you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a caffeine source, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. If veterinary care is advised, call your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital ahead of your
read moreWith the winter holiday season approaching, it’s important to keep pets safe if you plan to host a gathering or bring your pet along to a get-together. Back in November of 2022, Dr. Chelsea Wolf, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us for a Facebook Live to discuss the dos and don’ts of a successful holiday gathering with pets! You can watch the replay of that video or read
read moreIf you know or strongly suspect your pet ingested a foreign body that is causing illness, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend having your pet see your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital within the next 12 hours. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! Note that a foreign
read moreWhen your pet is sick or injured, it can be challenging to determine whether they need emergency or urgent care. Our St. Paul ER provides both services 24/7, while our Oakdale location offers a 24/7 ER and Urgent Care available daily from 2 PM to 10 PM. This blog is designed to help pet parents feel more confident in determining which facility to visit based on their pet’s condition.
read moreIf your pet is profusely bleeding, this is considered a “RED” – or true emergency – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! If your pet has diarrhea paired with vomiting or loss of appetite, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast
read moreRead about mammary tumors in dogs in Part I. Feline Mammary Tumors About 80-90% of mammary tumors in cats are malignant adenocarcinomas, a type of cancerous tumor. The good news is that cats that are spayed before six months of age have a 91% reduced risk of developing this cancer. However, cats spayed after two years of age have no risk reduction. This is why early spaying is highly
read moreOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know pets can get breast cancer, too? Mammary tumors can occur in both dogs and cats and can range in size. Whether your pet is at higher risk or you have already discovered a mammary lump on your pet, we want to guide pet parents through what comes next. From treatment and management options to prognosis expectations, here’s what pet parents
read moreIf you haven’t read Part I of this blog, we encourage you to do so to learn more about different pet nutritional needs and selecting your pet’s diet. Here in Part II of this blog, Dr. Adams shares her honest, professional opinion on popular pet diets. You can watch Dr. Adams’ Facebook Live video to learn more or review the summary below. Current Pet Diet Trends Before deciding on
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