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Taking Your Dog to the Vet
Is your canine buddy due for a veterinary exam? While your pooch will be much healthier—and therefore happier—with proper veterinary care, he isn’t usually very enthusiastic about coming to visit us. We understand this. Although we do everything possible to make appointments quick and easy for our furry patients, we know that many of them…
7 Common Dog Care Mistakes
Dogs have been our friends and companions for thousands of years. In that time, our canine pals have definitely earned the title of Man’s Best Friend! However, it can be easy to forget that dogs have different needs than people, and don’t think the same way we do. Read on as a local Lakeville, MN…
Getting Your Dog Ready for Winter
Autumn is officially upon us! The leaves are changing, and the stores are filling with pumpkin-flavored everything. If you have a canine buddy, this is a great time to enjoy some long, relaxing strolls with your furry best friend, and take in the foliage and beautiful weather. However, Fido will need a bit of extra…
New Year’s Resolutions for Puppies
Happy New Year! Has a new puppy recently joined your family? If so, that’s wonderful! The next twelve months are going to be a crucial time in little Fido’s life. Your adorable little ball of fur has plenty to learn, and lots of growing to do, in the coming year. Here, a Lakeville, MN vet…
Winter Care for Dogs
Love it or hate it, winter’s official start date is just a few weeks off. Our canine friends often enjoy romping around in the snow. However, your furry buddy may need some extra care in cold weather. Here, a Lakeville, MN vet discusses caring for Fido in winter. Paw Care Snow, salt, ice, sand, and…
Safe Treats for Fido
Does your dog like treats? It’s probably safe to say the answer to that question is yes! If there’s one thing that can catch Fido’s attention, it’s the thought of a tasty treat. While you don’t want to overindulge your canine buddy, there’s nothing wrong with giving him a yummy snack now and then. Just…
Helping Your Dog Age Gracefully
As your dog ages, you’ll start to see some changes in his appearance and behavior. Fido’s fur may turn grey in places, and he won’t be as energetic and playful as he once was. Proper veterinary care is of course crucial to your canine pal’s health and well-being, but home care is also very important….
Obesity in Dogs
Did you know that canine obesity is one of the most common health problems in dogs? Studies show that over 50 percent of dogs are obese! Man’s Best Friend may look cute with that extra weight, but those additional pounds can be very dangerous for your canine pal. Below, your local Burnsville vet discusses canine…
