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How to keep pets safe from rising animal tularemia cases in Minnesota "Pet owners must know that cats can become very ill with a high fever and quickly succumb to the disease."

7 Tips for Bonding With Your New Cat When you adopt a cat, you have hopes of establishing a good relationship and loving bond. Whether you’re bringing home a happy, healthy kitten, or rescuing a cat where you have to work on undoing past emotional damage, your mission is to create a loving and nurturing environment so the relationshi...

Ask us today about the use of our Fear Free Techniques and know that the use of medications for some pets makes things less stressful for all involved. ❤️

We are excited to announce our newest addition to the WellHaven family, Companion Animal Hospital in Las Vegas Nevada!

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The primordial pouch is made up of excess skin. It helps protects vital organs if the cat gets into a fight. It also helps maximize stretch when the cat runs, climbs, and leaps.

The size of the primordial pouch isn't an indication of your cat being overweight. Some cats have primordial pouches that are larger and more visible than others. If you aren't sure whether your cat is overweight or not, consult your veterinarian.

If you ever travel with your dog into the United States — even as a U.S. resident heading home from a visit to Canada or Mexico with your pooch — heads up! The rules for entry are changing.
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Litter boxes should outnumber your cats by at least one. Locate a box in each cat’s preferred area. Don’t line litter boxes up in one room. Boxes should be in quiet areas but not wedged in corners or closets.Place the litter box box in an area opposite room entrance to give a cat maximum visual warning time.

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📢Attention all pet lovers! 🐾 AVMA 2024 in Austin, Texas is only one week away and WellHaven Pet Health is thrilled to announce that we will be in attendance! 🎉 Make sure to mark your calendars and stop by our booth #641 to say hello and learn more about our services. We can't wait to see you there! 🐶🐱🐾

Check out these dogs working hard and kicking reactivity in the rear!!

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These cuties joined one of our Leash Aggression classes to help them and their humans enjoy their walks together again, and we have to say -- mission accomplished!!

Congratulations to both dogs and humans on a far more pleasant summer together!

Interested in learn more about this class? Check out our website here: https://www.thek9coach.com/class-schedule?name=leash-aggression

Little Alphonse came in for his first visit and found what he considers, the best seat in the clinic 🥰

We are celebrating today! We passed our AAHA evaluation! Dr. Wallace and practice manager Kyle want to give a shout out to the staff for doing a great job practicing the high standard care we provide for our patients. Way to go team! Let’s keep up the high quality of care!

Congrats to our Minnetonka location!

We are celebrating today! We passed our AAHA evaluation! Dr. Wallace and practice manager Kyle want to give a shout out to the staff for doing a great job practicing the high standard care we provide for our patients. Way to go team! Let’s keep up the high quality of care!

Several weeks ago we were lucky enough to help this rescue momma deliver some of her pups. It is not something we get to do often so it was very exciting and SO rewarding. Our team did a great job helping to deliver the pups and make sure that mom was as comfortable as could be.

Fast forward....mom and pups are all doing wonderful! Becky is a great mom and taking good care of her babies.
Mom and puppies will be available for adoption through No Dog Left Behind - Minnesota Canine Rescue when they are old enough to be spayed and neutered.

The Fourth of July is coming up! If your house is near local fireworks that trigger your pet’s noise anxiety, NOW is the time to talk to your family veterinarian about safe ways to help your pet. If your pet does require prescription medications for noise anxiety, be sure to pick-up any refills from your family veterinarian before the week of Fourth of July!

Learn more about noise anxiety in pets here: https://aercmn.com/did-you-hear-that-noise-aversion-in-dogs/

Kind clients make our job worth it! ❤️❤️

Excited to announce that WellHaven will be attending the AVMA conference in Austin, TX! Come visit us at booth #641 and learn more about our innovative and compassionate veterinary services. See you there!

Fact #9: Dogs do not show symptoms of Lyme Disease for weeks to months after being infected.

Read all 15 facts about Lyme Disease that dog owners should know here: https://aercmn.com/15-facts-about-lyme-disease/

Find more info here: https://aercmn.com/tis-the-season-for-tick-prevention

Welcome to the WellHaven Family! Dr. Kivi will be working as an Associate Veterinarian at Animal Care Center.

Dr. Cord Kivi was raised in the Kittitas Valley in Central Washington. He was involved in 4-H throughout middle and high school, and helped his dad move hay for clients. He earned his bachelor’s degree at Eastern Washington University before being accepted into the class of 2021 at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine.

Cord worked as a wildland firefighter for five summers with the Department of Natural Resources on an engine crew to help pay for college. He met his wife in vet school and followed her to western Washington after graduation. They enjoy going out fishing, hunting, camping, and horseback riding and share two and ¼ horses (one is a mini), two dogs, and three cats.

Dr. Kivi is passionate about his career in veterinary medicine and strives to continue to learn as medicine continues to evolve. He works diligently to provide the best possible care for his community and has a special interest in dentistry and soft tissue surgery.

Corn cobs and socks are the top items that cause GI obstructions and require surgery.
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🚫🌽A reminder - NO corn on the cob for pets!!! 🚫🌽

Pieces of corn aren’t a concern- but cobs can get stuck in your dog’s intestines. This requires emergency surgery to remove. If your dog is accidentally given a corncob or if they sneak one out of the trash, seek immediate veterinary care!

In observance of Memorial Day, we will be closed on Saturday May 25th and Monday May 27th. We will resume normal business hours May 28th.
We hope that everyone has a fun and safe Memorial weekend!

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Domino and Bailey enjoyed coming to their first big boy visit! We look forward to seeing them grow for years to come 🥰

🥳Wellhaven MG/CR Pet of the Week🥳

Meet Abi and Abu...

Abi has been a patient of Dr. Fish's since not long after he was adopted by Adam and Aya about 3 years ago. He has received all of his wellness care and for any concerns with the CCP wellness plans appropriate to his age. Adam and Aya were aware of how prone little dogs are to periodontal disease, so started his professional dental cleanings at 2 years of age. Recently, Abi decided to adopt a new little brother, and brought Abu in to see us. Although he is only 10 weeks old, he has already started on his wellness plan to continue vaccines and preventative care as he needs.

We at Wellhaven Maple Grove are so delighted with seeing Abu and Abi, they are the sweetest little additions to our Wellhaven family. Dr. Fish looks forward to taking care of them both for many years to come!

🩺🐾New blog post!🐾🩺
In our latest blog post, Dr. Beth Rausch, one of our emergency veterinarians, shares information on rabies in Minnesota and how pet parents can protect their pets: https://aercmn.com/understanding-rabies-how-to-protect-your-pet/

Looking to do something fun this weekend?! Come visit our booth at the Tails, Ales and Tunes event in Central Park, Maple Grove 🐶🍻🎶

Dental health is important! Let us help!

If your pet has been showing any of these common signs of oral disease, then he or she could be in pain. Don't be fooled - pets with painful mouths may not stop eating, because they need to eat to survive. But your family veterinarian can help get your pet back on the right track to a pain-free mouth.

If you have any questions or concerns about your pet’s oral health, contact your family veterinarian.

Looking for fun community events to attend?! Come visit our booth next week at the Tails, Ales and Tunes event in Central Park, Maple Grove.
There will be food, drinks, games, music and of course pooches!

It is that time of year again!
Please do not be afraid of these small red lesions, cause by gnat bites. They do not cause your dog any discomfort and will self resolve.
Happy hiking!

We were excited to be affiliated with the UM CVM White Coat Ceremony on April 18th! We had the opportunity to donate WellHaven water bottles to all the students as they embark on their journey toward becoming future veterinarians. Stay hydrated and best of luck to all the new white coat recipients! 🐾💙

🤩Wellhaven MG/CR Pet of the Week🤩

Meet Hazel.....

Hazel was adopted as an 8 week old puppy, originally from a shelter in Kentucky. She was adopted by her wonderful mom Josie, and shortly thereafter became a patient of Dr. Fish's. Little did anyone know how busy she would be in her 9 years in Minnesota. On her journey so far, Josie, Dr. Fish and Hazel have handled hip dysplasia, multiple orthopedic surgeries, a leg amputation to relieve pain, broken toes and teeth, open wounds on her feet, allergies, urinary tract infections and kidney issues. Because Josie is a smart consumer, Hazel has comprehensive pet insurance as well as a Care Companion Plan to help provide for Hazel's many issues and medications. Through the years, Hazel has consulted with specialists at Blue Pearl and that travel to Wellhaven to help her! In fact, she will be meeting our ultrasonographer/internal medicine specialist next week in order to ensure that we are doing all that we can to help her kidneys function well.

The best news of all is that. through all of her issues, Hazel continues to love to come to Wellhaven Maple Grove to see Dr. Fish and her staff. She knows that we all love her dearly and are so proud of how happy and comfortable she is despite all that she has been through. We are so happy that Hazel is part of our Wellhaven family.

Just a girl who loves her dog ❤❤
We loved seeing Wesley and his mini owner yesterday!

We had so much fun celebrating National Pet Parent Day! Thank you to all of those pet parents out there for taking such good care of your pets ❤️

This week, we're shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes who greet us with a smile and make every visit a little brighter - our incredible Veterinary Receptionists. 🌟 Each one of you is the heartbeat of WellHaven, bringing warmth, empathy, and unwavering support to both our furry friends and their human companions. Your kind words, soothing presence, and the genuine love you show every day do not go unnoticed. You make those anxious waiting room moments feel like a warm embrace. So here's to you, the first friendly faces we see and the last fond farewells - thank you for being the . Your dedication and compassion truly make all the difference. 💖

Happy Retirement! Shelly has been a key leader for 34 years at The Gentle Doctor Hospital. We will miss her smile and amazing service to the clients and pets of the hospital. Thanks, Shelly.🐾❤️👏

On this National K9 Veterans Day, we pause to extend our heartfelt thanks to the brave and loyal canine heroes who serve alongside our troops. 🐾 Their unwavering devotion and extraordinary talents make them more than just companions; they are true veterans. At WellHaven, we recognize the sacrifices made by these courageous four-legged service members and honor their valor. To all K9 veterans, we salute you! 🎖️

We're delighted to share that WellHaven Pet Health will be at the 2024 Western Veterinary Conference! Meet us at booth #336 where we'll be ready to engage in enriching discussions about the future of pet health.

Want to guarantee a time slot with our team? Just email us at [email protected] to schedule a meeting.

We can't wait to connect with you in Las Vegas. Together, let's make strides in pet health. See you there!