Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota

Last week, we had the honor of supporting the MINNESOTA VETERINARY MEDICAL FOUNDATION (MVMF) at their 30th Annual Golf Classic at the Royal Golf Club in Lake Elmo. This fun day was filled with golfing, networking, and raising funds for veterinary scholarships! Thank you to the MVMF for snapping this photo of our booth as we debuted our new logo'ed tent! If you or someone you know is a veterinary student, you can learn more about the MVMF's scholarships here: https://lnkd.in/eNh_y823

Happy #AAHADay! 🎉 Our Oakdale Emergency & Referral Center and St. Paul ER are proud to be AAHA-accredited! We're very proud to be part of the elite 15% of veterinary practices in the US & Canada that meet these high standards. AAHA accreditation means we've passed rigorous onsite evaluations covering over 900 standards of care, from pain management to medical record-keeping! Thank you to our dedicated team for continuously upholding and exceeding these standards, and to Hailey, our Clinical Compliance Manager, for leading the way! And a big shout-out to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) team for their commitment to excellence in veterinary medicine. Learn more about AAHA accreditation here: https://lnkd.in/gcYNZGDM

Welcome to the #DanishaDiaries, where our very own Danisha shares a story of being an ER vet tech! 🐾 📓 "A patient came into our ER on a gurney, not doing well, & we were told it's a hemoabdomen. Something didn't seem right...the patient's stomach was hard. I had a gut feeling it was a GDV - Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (aka a twisted stomach). I asked the veterinarian on the case to do a right lateral x-ray - which confirmed it was indeed GDV. For treatment, the veterinarian elected to trocharize (decompress with a long needle) it. I was willing to do it! I am so proud for not only catching that it was a GDV, but that I also did perform a trocharization for the first time & it was successful!" Way to go, Danisha! 🌟 Our trained and skilled vet techs, like Danisha, trust their own expertise & are empowered to advocate for patients! 🐾 Thank you, Danisha, for recognizing something was off and addressing your concerns right away with the ER vet. Your keen observations made all the difference! 🎉 💗 #TheDanishaDiaries #TeamMemberThursday #AERCVetTech #ervettech #aercmn

✨ New Blog Post Alert! ✨ In this new blog post, Dr. Jessica Brown, one of our emergency veterinarians, discusses blastomycosis in pets, including the common signs and the treatment process. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/g5fFQpRe #veterinary #Pethealth #Blastomycosis #aercmn

🚒🔥 Today is National Pet Fire Safety Day! 🔥🚒 It's crucial for pet owners to take steps to prevent house fires and ensure their pets' safety. Check out our graphics for important tips, and visit our blog for more information: https://lnkd.in/eU_2hHAV #nationalpetfiresafetyday #petfiresafety #veterinary #aercmn

📢 NEW BLOG POST! 📢 In our new blog post, Dr. Meyer, our board-certified veterinary dermatologist, discusses ear infections in pets! Discover the common causes of ear infections and learn how to collaborate with your vet team to ensure your furry friend stays happy and healthy. Keep reading here: https://lnkd.in/gnV_8_2A #aercdermatology #veterinarydermatology #pethealth #veterinary #aercmn

🎉 🌟July Team Member of the Month Spotlight: Holly! 🌟 🎉 Congratulations to Holly, one of our incredible Front Desk Point team members, for being named our July Team Member of the Month! Holly is such a cheerful, sweet, kind, & energetic individual with a heart of gold. She goes above & beyond every day for our patients and their families - as shown in this photograph, Holly's baby-whispering skills were the only thing that comforted this little one during his family's visit to our ER! Holly's dedication, hard work, & team spirit make her a shining star! 🌟We appreciate you so much, Holly! #AERCTeamMemberoftheMonth

Has your pet been diagnosed with cancer? We understand how overwhelming this can be. You're not alone in this journey. Consider a consultation with our Oncology Service. One of our board-certified veterinary oncologists will perform a thorough examination, provide in-depth information about your pet's specific type of cancer, and explore all available options with you. You can request a referral from your family veterinarian or you may call us directly at (651) 501-3766 to schedule an appointment. Learn more about common types of cancer in pets here: https://lnkd.in/gkVH_5PC #AERCOncology #veterinaryoncology #petcancer #pethealth #aercmn

When it's higher than 80°F outside, DO NOT heavily exercise your dogs outside! A walk in the cooler hours of the day is fine or a slow meander when it’s hot. If your pet is at an increased risk of overheating, it’s especially important to monitor them closely while outside on humid days. Learn more about preventing your pets from overheating this summer here: https://lnkd.in/gSSnymx #pets #Petsafety #heatsafety #veterinary #vetmed #aercmn

Between fireworks, thunderstorms, & construction - summer has a lot of loud, unexpected sounds which is why we need to talk about noise anxiety in pets. Noise anxiety is a medical condition in which loud sounds, such as fireworks or thunderstorms, cause fearful and anxious behaviors in our pets. Without proper treatment though, anxiety can progress to escape attempts and destructive behaviors. View our graphic for a few tips on what to do to help your pets, as well as what not to do. We also recommend consulting with your family veterinarian for additional advice and treatment options. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gW6emthf #petsafety #fourthofjuly #veterinary #aercmn