Grand Rapids Veterinary Clinic

03/21/2025

03/20/2025

Woof woof! Spring is finally here!

Spring is the time when those nasty intestinal parasites re-surface. Make sure your pets are up to date on their monthly preventative products.

Spring is also the time for seasonal allergies to start up. Signs of allergies in pets include red/inflamed skin, localized or generalized itching, chronic ear infections, sneezing and runny eyes.

With spring cleaning around the corner, be sure to use pet safe cleaning supplies and keep them out of reach from your furry friends when not in use.

GRVC has available appointments! Call us today to make your pets spring wellness exam 218-326-0395.

03/18/2025

March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month.

The last two weeks we discussed common human medications and foods that are toxic to pets. This weeks topic is common household items.

With spring cleaning right around the corner, it is important to remember that common cleaners can be dangerous to your pet. Other common household items that are toxic to pets include paint, glue, rodenticides, insecticides, antifreeze, and pool chemicals.

Never leave these items out under the assumption that your pooch won't eat these BAD tasting substances, to some pets these items might be a tasty treat!

03/17/2025

Puppy kisses and 4 leaf clover wishes to you and your pets! 🐾🍀

03/15/2025

March is a special month at GRVC. We are celebrating two amazing employees who have dedicated many years to the clinic! Shout out to Pamela Drawz Ketola (who has been with us for 28 years) and Kelli Ross (who has been with us for 30 years). Thank you for all you do! Cheers to you! 🥳🐾

03/13/2025

Happy K9 Veteran's Day to all of those 4 legged heroes out there! 🐾

03/11/2025

March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month.

Last week, we mentioned common human medications that are toxic to pets. Our toxic topic this week is food. While it can be fun to give your furry friends a special treat every once in a while, there are some foods out there that are dangerous to them.

Common "toxic" foods include chocolate, grapes and raisins, avocado, alcoholic beverages, caffeine, onions/garlic in any form, marijuana/tobacco, macadamia nuts and xylitol. Other foods to avoid include fat trimmings, mushrooms, raw eggs, excessive salt, corn cobs and uncooked dough.

Before giving in to that begging face, be sure to check if that tasty treat is safe for your pet.

03/08/2025

Reminder: pets are affected by time change too! They may be confused as to why they are up an hour early or they might not be hungry when breakfast is served!

Happy Spring forward everyone! Woof woof for Spring! 🐾🌷

03/07/2025

Happy Employee Appreciation Day!

For the talented and hard-working Grand Rapids Veterinary Clinic team: Each and every one of you make this team amazing. We are so grateful for your skill and support! Enjoy the day and know we couldn’t do this without you!

03/05/2025

March is Pet Poison Prevention Awareness month.

Nearly 50% of all calls received by Pet Poison Helpline involve human medications, both over-the-counter and prescription. Whether Fido accidentally chewed into a pill bottle or a well-intentioned pet owner gave Fido the medication, pet poisons due to human medications can be very serious.

Top human medications that are toxic to pets are NSAIDs, Acetaminophen, antidepressants, ADHD medications, birth control, benzodiazepines and sleep aids (Xanax, Ambien, Lunesta), and cholesterol lowering agents such as Lipitor.

It's so easy to dodge a "poison bullet" by storing your own medications somewhere where your furry friend can't reach!

03/04/2025

What do you think would happen if your furry friend suddenly grew thumbs? Our guess is lots of mischief!

02/25/2025

February is National Cat Health Month! Call to schedule an appointment for your feline friend today!

02/20/2025

A welcome excuse to thank these big hearted little animals for the selfless love we receive from them every day! Be sure to give your furry friends some extra love today!

02/19/2025