Grand Rapids Veterinary Clinic

07/08/2025

07/06/2025

It's World Zoonoses Day!

Zoonoses, or zoonotic diseases, are those diseases that can be transmitted directly or indirectly from animals to humans. For example, some worms can be transmitted in the environment to humans! YUCK!

Toxocariasis and toxoplasmosis are the two most common parasitic diseases in the U.S. that can be transmitted by your pets.

Toxocariasis is a parasitic worm infection, more commonly know as round worms! It is transmitted by the accidental ingestion of parasite eggs passed in the f***s of infected dogs and cats.

Toxoplasmosis is a parasitic protozoan infection that results from either eating uncooked meat or ingesting the parasite cysts excreted by household cats that are in the shedding phase of infection.

GROSS! Don't worry, both diseases are treatable and most importantly preventable!

Parasites can affect your pet at any time of year, so it's important to keep your pet on preventative products ALL year round. Below are some tips to help keep you and your family safe from those scary little parasites!

Call us today to make sure your pet is up to date on preventative care 218-326-0395.

07/04/2025

Have a safe and happy 4th of July! 😎🐾

06/30/2025

Friendly reminder: GRVC will be closed Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. We will re-open regular business hours on Monday, July 7th. If an emergency should arise, please contact Blue Pearl in Duluth or Red River Emergency in Fargo.

06/27/2025

Here are some safety tips for next weeks 4th of July festivities! Fireworks are not the only potential hazard for your furry friend this Independence Day!

https://www.aaha.org/resources/stars-stripes-and-safety-july-fourth-pet-safety-tips/

06/23/2025

Fireworks are just around the corner. If your furry friend had a hard time with the 4th of July festivities last year, medications might be necessary to keep them and others safe. Calming aids such as Purina Calming Care, Adaptil/Feliway, and Thunder Shirts are also good options for those anxious pets.

06/20/2025

Doggone its finally summer! 😎☀️

A few safety tips to keep in mind this summer:

Dogs and cats are less heat tolerant than humans.
Always keep fresh water available.
Make sure you are not leaving your pet in parked cars even if the windows are open!
Keep up with flea/tick and heartworm preventatives.
Watch out for summer specific toxins such as Blue Green Algae, fireworks, toads, and some snakes and spiders!
Not all dogs are swimmers.

But most importantly have fun with those furry friends of yours!

06/19/2025

06/15/2025

Happy Father's Day to all of the fathers out there! Enjoy your day! 🐾😎