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AERC’s Top 10 Blogs of 2023
That’s a wrap on 2023! As the year ends, we’re keeping with tradition by sharing a list of our most popular blogs from the past year. Here are our top ten blogs of 2023! 10. The 4 Most Common Reasons...
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5 Common Conditions Found on a Pet’s Abdominal Ultrasound
At Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, we frequently perform ultrasounds on pets in both ER and Specialty medicine. The reason? Ultrasounds provide more detailed views of a pet’s...
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Ice Melt Toxicity in Pets
If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested ice melt, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at...
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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part I: Determining a Diagnosis
It can be frightening to face a cancer diagnosis with your pet. Hopefully, we can demystify cancer and tumors for pet parents and give them helpful information – because information is the best weapon...
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Common Types of Cancer in Pets | Part II: Making Difficult Decisions
Read Part I to learn about how your veterinary team diagnoses your pet’s cancer. In October of 2023, Dr. Keepman, one of our board-certified veterinary oncologists, joined us on Facebook Live to...
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Hydrocephalus in Dogs & Cats
If your pet is suddenly unable to walk or get up, or if your pet is experiencing active seizures, cluster seizures, or status epilepticus, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our...
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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XIX: A Chocolatey Conundrum
If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested [insert toxin], this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison...
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Fractured Teeth in Pets
Broken tooth? Ouch! Unfortunately, broken – or fractured – teeth in dogs and cats are common. But pets can’t tell us when a tooth is fractured, which is why it’s important for you to select safe chew...
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Anesthesia in Exotic Animals
As an exotic animal veterinarian, I’m often confronted with the belief that anesthesia for exotic pets is highly risky. It’s a belief founded in reality, but it’s not an assured death sentence for the...
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What Happens When a Life-Threatening Pet Emergency Comes to Our ER
If your pet is experiencing difficulty breathing, profuse bleeding, or any other life-threatening ailment, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise...
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My Pet’s Final Day
In the difficult moment of accepting it’s time to say goodbye to a beloved pet, having the opportunity to say goodbye on your terms is a precious gift. Many clients have shared with us how grateful...
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The Benefits of Toxicology Hotlines for Pets
If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a toxic item, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control...
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Navigating Your Pet’s Anesthesia
Many pet parents have concerns regarding anesthesia – especially for senior pets, pets with heart murmurs, and pets with other health issues. Unfortunately, these concerns often cause pet parents to...
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Enrichment Activities for Dogs
In January of 2024, Chris and Heather with Central Bark Oakdale joined us on Facebook Live to discuss indoor enrichment activities for dogs. Central Bark Oakdale is a facility that provides doggie...
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What’s an Oxygen Kennel & How Does it Help My Pet at the ER Vet?
If your pet is having difficulty breathing, 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...
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Creating a Safe Environment for Your Pets at Home
If your pet is experiencing a severe trauma or profuse bleeding, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care....
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Fur-Tunately: Stories of Animal Survival | Episode XX: The Collapsed Lung...
If your pet is having difficulty breathing, 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...
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