Beating the Summer Heat
September 2, 2016
Summer is coming to an end, but we probably have some hot weather yet to come. You’ve probably read many articles about the dangers of dogs in hot cars, and…
Zoonotic Diseases…part 2
July 27, 2016
What kinds of zoonotic diseases can I catch from my cat or dog? Cat scratch disease (bartonellosis) is a bacterial zoonotic disease. It is the most common zoonotic disease spread…
Zoonotic Diseases, what are those?!
July 20, 2016
Zoonotic Diseases Pets are a wonderful addition to any family. They share their playful spirits and are the most loyal companions. While giving us endless happiness and company,…
There’s a Bat in the House – Now What?
June 21, 2016
Every summer we get a handful of calls about potential rabies exposure for pets, but for some reason I am fielding more than usual. In Minnesota, the species of…
Fostering Companion Animals Part 1
June 16, 2016
A Guide to Fostering Companion Animals part 1 According to the ASPCA, an estimated 7.6 million companion animals enter shelters every year. Volunteer foster “parents” are vital to…
Kitten Nail Trimming
May 23, 2016
Cats scratch to maintain the necessary claw motion used in hunting and climbing. Scratching is a natural behavior that also grooms the claws and leaves scent markers on the objects.
Kitten Socialization
May 6, 2016
April Showers Bring May Meowers Kitten season is upon us and everyone loves cute, cuddly, sweet and loving kittens. Kittens that are not properly trained or socialized can become stressed,…
Common Minnesota Ticks
May 3, 2016
I hate to spoil the warm spring weather, but it’s time to talk about ticks. In Minnesota we tend to think of ticks and tick control as something to…
Health Benefits of Pets – Part 2!
April 27, 2016
The earliest evidence of pet ownership dates back to about 12,000 years ago; a human skeleton was found in Israel buried with a six month old wolf pup. While we…