Grand Rapids Veterinary Clinic

12/12/2024

While the holidays add excitement to the long winter months, we cannot forget about indoor and outdoor toxins frequently seen during this time of year.

Some holiday decorations and ornaments such as glass ornaments, home made dough ornaments and tinsel can be problematic. Potpourri of any kind, oils, and candles can cause burns, potential foreign bodies and GI upset if ingested. Some holiday plants such as poinsettias, lilies, holly, and mistletoe can cause serious issues if ingested as well. Other things your pets should avoid this holiday season are foods that contain chocolate, grapes, raisins, xylitol, meat scraps, and alcohol.

A few other safety tips to keep in mind include using pet safe ice melt and keeping anti-freeze out of your pets reach!

Let's keep our furry friends safe this holiday season!

December abounds with holiday celebrations, and nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic. These tips can help keep the winter holiday season safe for pets.

12/09/2024

Its International Day of Veterinary Medicine!

For millions of people, animals are not only their friends, but their heroes. And behind every hero pet is a hero veterinarian and hero technician. Today, on the International Day of Veterinary Medicine, we honor those who have dedicated their careers to bettering the lives of animals.

Thank you, to all of those rock star vets and techs out there! 🐾

12/05/2024

Calling all cat lovers! Lets see some pics of your feline friends! 🐾💕😺

12/01/2024

11/28/2024

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at GRVC! We are SO thankful for all of our wonderful clients!

11/25/2024

Friendly reminder: GRVC will be closed Thursday, November 28th in observance of Thanksgiving. We will re-open regular business hours on Friday, November 29th. If an emergency should arise, please contact Blue Pearl in Duluth or Red River Emergency in Fargo.

11/22/2024

Thanksgiving is 1 week away. A time for gathering with friends and family. However, this holiday can pose some risks for your pet if you're not careful. Here are some tips to keep your furry friend safe on Turkey Day.

Keep the feast on the table. Turkey or turkey skin, even in small amounts, can cause a life-threatening condition called pancreatitis. Fatty foods are hard for animals to digest which can cause GI issues. Your pets should also stay away from onions, raisins, and grapes.

No pie or other desserts!

Keep the trash out of reach of your pets. A turkey carcass sitting on the carving table or in an easily accessible trash container could be deadly to your pet.

Visitors can upset your pets. If your pet is nervous when people visit your home, put them in their own room with their favorite toy to reduce emotional stress.

Lets be thankful for healthy pets this holiday season! 🦃🐾

11/19/2024

Ears up! GRVC will be closed Saturdays in December. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your continued support! Please plan ahead for food/med pick up. We will still be open our regular business hours, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
If an emergency should arise please contact Blue Pearl in Duluth or Red River Emergency in Fargo.

11/17/2024

November is National Senior Pet Month!
As your pet ages, their veterinary care needs change. Senior pets are more likely to experience health issues that require early detection, regular monitoring, and ongoing management or treatment.
Some basic factors to consider when caring for senior pets include more frequent check ups, dental health, diet and nutrition, weight control, maintaining mobility, mental health and environmental changes.
With early detection of health issues, we can help our furry friends live their final life stage to the fullest.
Let's celebrate those gray-muzzled companions in the comments below!

11/15/2024

November marks National Pet Diabetes Month. Diabetes affects 1 in 300 dogs and 1 in 230 cats in the United States.

Signs of diabetes include excessive thirst and urination, weight loss, decreased appetite, cloudy eyes (particularly in dogs), and chronic/reoccurring infections.

A diagnosis is usually made with a urine sample and blood testing. Once a diagnosis is made, the lifelong treatment is insulin, glucose monitoring, attention to diet and exercise, and regular veterinary checkups.

Diabetes is a lifelong condition, however early detection and proper management allow pets to live a long healthy life.

To reduce your pets risk of diabetes, you should encourage exercise, help maintain an ideal body condition, and provide proper nutrition. With your help, your fur babies can live a longer and happier life. 🐾🐾

11/11/2024

Thank you Veterans!

11/07/2024

November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month and today is National Canine Lymphoma Awareness Day. 1 in every 4 dogs will develop cancer in their lifetime. For cats, the risk of cancer varies between 25-35%. The most common type of cancer in both dogs and cats is lymphoma.

Common warning signs of cancer include palpable lumps/bumps, sores that do not heal, weight loss, bleeding or abnormal discharge from body opening, difficulty eating or swallowing, lethargy, persistent lameness or stiffness, and difficulty urinating or defecating.

Treatment of cancer in pets varies on the type, stage, and special considerations for the pet. It's not uncommon to use multiple treatments in pets such as surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.

Providing a healthy lifestyle, including a nutritionally balanced diet and preventative care, can help in early detection of cancer in your furry friend. Also, pet owners should examine their pets for any lumps or bumps on a regular basis. We're pretty sure Fido won't mind the extra love. 🐾🐾

10/31/2024

Scooby and Stevie say "trick-or-treat!" Happy Halloween!

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! Whether your plans are a scary movie marathon with your cat or trick-or-treating with your pooch, we want to wish you a safe and happy Halloween! Now, let’s see those HOWLoween pups and MEOWloween felines! 🎃👻

10/28/2024

Halloween is upon us! While trick-or-treating can be fun, there are some pet hazards that can come with this spooky holiday! Beware! 👻🎃

10/25/2024

Ears up! GRVC will be closed Saturdays in November. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your continued support! Please plan ahead for food/med pick up. We will still be open our regular business hours, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm.
If an emergency should arise please contact Blue Pearl in Duluth or Red River Emergency in Fargo.