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“It just takes time” When some people lose a pet they say, “Never again—no more pets for me”…and they mean it. Perhaps the pain of losing their pet was too overwhelming, or perhaps their lifestyle has changed so that a pet…
Read MoreIn our homes today, pets are more than just pets, they are members of the family. The strong emotional bond we share with our pets brings great comfort and companionship to our lives. This makes the decision regarding euthanasia an extremely painful one. The following…
Read MoreDoes Your Pet Dread Coming to the Vet?Chances are, you do too! Does your dog start shivering as soon as the car pulls into the vet’s office? Does your cat head under the bed as soon as the carrier comes out? You and your pet…
Read MoreA new kitten is usually a welcome addition to a household. With their playful antics and easy upkeep, they are a joy to be around. To help you keep your kitten healthy, we have highlighted some important basic care notes for your information. Housing Keeping…
Read MoreAlthough raising a puppy can be fun, too often the puppy is allowed to become unruly or unwanted behaviors are mistakenly reinforced. The importance of socialization, obedience training and teaching of good manners for puppies cannot be overstated. Early training is a necessity. Socialization Socialization…
Read MoreThe most rapid and successful means of housetraining a puppy is to take advantage of the instinctual desire for cleanliness. Dogs are born with a natural drive to keep their den clean. The den is a place of safety, shelter and a place to sleep. …
Read MoreGeneral Information Fleas bite both dogs and cats and are passed back and forth between these animals. Besides causing severe itching, fleas can transmit parasites such as tapeworms. If one dog or cat in a household has fleas, it should be assumed that all dogs…
Read MoreWith Minnesota’s increasing seasonal warmth and humidity, your dog has an increased risk of exposure to dangerous bacteria such as those that cause Lyme Disease and Leptospirosis. Starting vaccination early in your pet’s life will help keep them and your family safe. Lyme Disease What…
Read MoreAlmost all puppies and kittens have intestinal parasites. They are infected through the placenta, through their mother’s milk or through normal grooming and nursing behavior. As animals age, the environment plays a larger role in infection. Parasites can also be spread through fleas and through…
Read MorePets require anesthesia for a variety of procedures during their life. Many of these procedures such as spaying, neutering and dental cleanings are done to avoid potentially serious problems later in life. Anesthesia involves administering potent medications to induce an unconscious state. When the procedure…
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