Five New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Owners
It’s that time of year again to make resolutions for the upcoming season of your life. While it’s advantageous for us to make our own resolutions regarding our health and well-being, it’s also important to consider adding our pet’s needs to the list. Having your pet join you on your resolutions can help keep you […]
Understanding the Reason Behind Your Cat’s Troublesome Behavior
Whether your cat is aggressive, compulsively meowing throughout the night, or urinating outside their litter box, undesirable behavior can affect your and your cat’s quality of life. When you notice your cat behaving abnormally, it’s essential to be proactive about correcting it to avoid further strain in your household; but to be able to fix […]
What to Think About As Your Pet Gets Older
Is your pet beginning to show signs of age? Maybe they’re beginning to go gray around their muzzle, or they’re not quite as spry as they used to be. Just like humans, our furry friends experience many changes as they get older. And while some of these changes are simply a natural part of the […]
Holiday Treat Safety for Your Pets
It can be hard denying your dog or cat’s sweet, begging face while you prepare a delicious holiday meal, but it’s vital to their well-being that you do not share harmful foods with them. Specific holiday favorites can pose serious health risks to your pet. Turkey and Turkey Bones A piece of white meat turkey […]
August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month
August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month Did you know? Itching is the number one reason for veterinary visits by dogs. Itchy Pet Awareness Month aims to promote pet skin health and make sure your pet gets the itch relief they need. Itch is a medical condition that can cause serious complications and get in the […]
The Shocking Dangers of Heatstroke
The Shocking Dangers of Heatstroke Summer is here – As you get ready to enjoy the warm weather during outdoor activities and road trips with your pup, keep in mind that heatstroke can occur in pets (just like us) especially in hot, humid, and unventilated areas. Be aware that temperatures inside your car are alarmingly higher than outdoor temps. Tips […]
Senior Pets: What You Need To Know
Senior Pets: What You Need To Know Thanks to advancements in veterinary care, pets are living longer and healthier lives than ever before. Regular veterinary wellness exams for your senior cat or dog become essential to their health as they age. Wellness exams at Keller Lake Animal Hospital every 6 months can help detect and […]
Check The Chip: Get Your Pet Microchipped at Keller Lake Animal Hospital
Check The Chip: Get Your Pet Microchipped at Keller Lake Animal Hospital August 15th is Check the Chip Day. Is your pet Microchipped? Is their microchip up to date? Microchipping is a permanent form of identification that could help reunite you and your pet if they were to ever get lost. Only about 22% of lost […]
Compassion for Communities and their Pets
Compassion for Communities and their Pets Keller Lake Animal Hospital and Lakefield Veterinary Group understands the impact that community involvement can have on helping animals that enrich our lives. Our mission is to create, deliver, and support programs that nurture healthy relationships between pets and people, including community outreach, education, and services. Our commitment allows […]
What Does It Mean To Be AAHA Accredited?
What Does It Mean To Be AAHA Accredited? The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) is the standard for veterinary excellence. Veterinary clinics that go through the rigorous accreditation process to become AAHA certified, are evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary care. Hospitals that achieve AAHA certification are recognized as some of the best in the industry. AAHA certification […]