Dog Care
Meet the Labrador Retriever
Did you know that the Labrador Retriever is America’s favorite dog? They may also be Minnesota’s: these cute, lovable pooches almost became our state dog! Legislation was introduced in 2019 to make them our mascot. A local Lakeville, MN vet discusses the beloved Labrador Retriever in this article. History The Labrador has been around since…
Creating a Pet Memorial
September 13th is National Pet Memorial Day. If you’re an animal lover, like we are, you may have had to say goodbye to a cherished companion. Letting go of a furry friend is a very painful thing to go through. In fact, some studies have shown that the grief bereaved pet owners go through is…
Caring for Your Dog’s Ears
Our canine companions have remarkable hearing. Fido can hear much higher and lower frequencies than we can. Plus, he can pick out the sound of a food wrapper opening from the other end of the house! Caring for your pup’s adorable ears isn’t hard, but it is very important. A Lakeville, MN veterinarian discusses doggy…
Take Your Dog to Work Day
June 26th is Take Your Dog To Work Day! Fido would no doubt be happy to accompany you to your job. Man’s Best Friend would love to hang out with his favorite humans 24/7! But is bringing your canine buddy to work with you really a good idea? Maybe not. A local Lakeville, MN vet…
7 Reasons To Celebrate National Pet Day
National Pet Day is April 11th! As you may have noticed, many of the pet holidays we like to observe are quite specific. Hug Your Dog Day, Answer Your Cat’s Questions Day, and National Spay Day all have very clear meanings. However, this one is just a general celebration of our animal companions, and we…
K9 Veterans Day
Dogs have served us in many ways over the centuries, from guarding our livestock to helping us track and hunt game. In recent years, they have also become very common in the military, and have gone above and beyond with their loyalty and bravery. Fido’s amazing dedication is behind the next doggy holiday that’s coming…
Caring for a Nervous Dog
Do you have a timid dog? Our canine pals all have distinct personalities. Some are friendly and outgoing, while others are very jumpy and fearful. A local Lakeville, MN vet discusses caring for a nervous dog below. Recognize Fear Fear in dogs can manifest in many ways. Fido may pant, drool, defecate or urinate inappropriately,…
Dog Training: Moving Beyond The Basics
January is National Train Your Dog Month! Dogs are very smart. Some pooches can learn as many as 100 words and commands. Of course, all dogs should know basics like Sit, Stay, Come, Heel, and Lay Down. This is important for petiquette, but it’s also crucial for safety reasons. However, there’s no reason to stop…
Fido’s Year in Review
Happy New Year! As we leave 2019 behind and move on into 2020, many people are looking back on the past year. What about our canine pals? Here, Lakeville, MN vet lists a few things that had the ‘puparazzi’ abuzz in the last 12 months. Robot Dog If you have been following the development of…
