Scott Lake Veterinary Center

11/11/2024

We are happy to wish Dr. Kelly a Happy Anniversary today! She has been a part of the Scott Lake team for 5 years now. We appreciate her attention to detail and the time spent on each and every patient she sees. We are so thankful to have such a kind-hearted person care for our patients.

Happy Anniversary Dr. Kelly!

11/11/2024

In honor of Veterans Day, we cannot forget about the canine heroes who served alongside our soldiers.

Canines have played a large role in the U.S. military dating back to the 1900s. Their role started small in World War I as sled dogs helping travel through tough terrain. Their role evolved due to the immense need of medical personnel on the battlefield. "Mercy Dogs" would carry medical supplies to wounded soldiers, then alert their handlers to the soldiers' whereabouts. The K-9 Corps was officially recognized in 1942, and their role evolved, once again, to include Sentry Duty, Messengers, and Scout Dogs. They patrolled borders, carried messages and supplies to soldiers, and detected enemies before an attack could occur. They also provided moral to their human counterparts while they endured harsh conditions together. Canines have continued to serve in our military and play important roles even today.

"Today, their roles have expanded to include explosives detection, patrol work, search and rescue operations, and even specialized tasks such as detecting narcotics or tracking down adversaries. Their keen senses, agility, and unyielding dedication make them invaluable assets." (Solders' Angels)



https://www.defense.gov/News/Feature-Stories/Story/Article/3895789/war-dogs-how-wwi-led-to-the-military-working-dog-program/

https://armyhistory.org/the-dogs-of-war-the-u-s-armys-use-of-canines-in-wwii/

https://soldiersangels.org/the-indispensable-role-of-military-working-dogs/

11/11/2024

Today is an important day to give our gratitude to those who served our country. We thank them for the sacrifices they made for our freedom. We want to extend our thanks by offering a Free Nail Trim to any of our clients who are Service Members.

Call to schedule ahead of time! Availability is limited! 🐾
This Nail Trim is free on Veterans Day only; however, we do have a military discount all year around! 🇺🇸
Patient must be up to date on Rabies vaccine 💉

11/05/2024

November is Senior Pet Awareness Month! Our pets inevitable hit their Senior Years much quicker than we like to acknowledge. We consider 7 years of age or older a Senior Patient. As pet parents, it is our job to recognize changes and take action to keep our pets happy and healthy.

Our pets can have drastic changes happen to their bodies without even showing signs or symptoms. This is why we recommend Senior Exams with a Veterinarian every 6 months as well as screening Lab-work regularly for these internal changes we may not catch in their every day life.

If your Senior Pet is due for an Exam or Lab-work, let us know! We are happy to help, and we want you to have as much time with your family member as possible! 🐾

11/03/2024

We enjoyed seeing Marshall leave Scott Lake happy and healthy! We are so thankful for all his hard work he provides for the community!

https://www.facebook.com/share/15LYUQ12mY/?mibextid=WC7FNe

K9 Marshall is a healthy, healthy boy! 🎉
Shoutout to Scott Lake Veterinary Center for taking great care of Marshall, donating a 12-month supply of monthly preventatives, and discounted vet services for the year. We appreciate you and your team!

🐾 Do you want to support K9 Marshall?
Donations to the CIRT Fund will help with ongoing training and supplies. Any amount is appreciated! If you would like to make a contribution, donate through our secure online system: https://cityofsavage.revtrak.net/Donations/ #/v/savage-fire-k-9-donation

Learn more about our Critical Incident Response Team: https://www.cityofsavage.com/departments/fire-department/critical-incident-response-team

10/31/2024

Happy Halloween! Let's see your best costumes!

10/30/2024

Halloween is tomorrow! Take into consideration how your pet feels on Halloween! Ensure they are set up to enjoy it just as much as you!

Be Safe!

10/29/2024

Today is National Cat Day! Here are some of our staff's Feline Fur Babies! Drop a photo of your's below!

10/28/2024

Friendly reminder for everyone to pay close attention to your pets with Halloween coming up this week! Although this is an extremely fun Holiday, it's important to keep in mind the dangers it can bring to our pets. If an accidental ingestion occurs with your furry friend, give the clinic a call as soon as you are aware it happens. Treatment options can become limited the longer you wait after ingestion!

10/23/2024

You may have seen Kim and Rachel spreading the word to local clinics that we offer CT Scans here at Scott Lake Vet Center! We hope they enjoyed their cookies and brochures!

If you know of someone with a pet who needs a CT Scan performed, let them know we can help!

10/22/2024

😱 Think we don’t see creepy crawly fleas in October in Minnesota? Think again! We just saw and treated a patient with fleas this morning! Now that’s SPOOKY!

This time of year, many start to consider when Flea and Tick prevention becomes unnecessary. Until temperatures consistently stay below freezing, these critters are still a concern. Here in Minnesota, the temperatures can vary greatly during autumn, and even during winter months. While it is true that as temperatures cool down, fleas and ticks become less active. This does not mean they are unable to infest our pets. In fact, they become more desperate to find a host in order to survive. In doing so, they are able to spread a variety of diseases. These critters inhabit our back yards, and a thorough check of your pet is recommended upon coming inside as well as the use of Flea and Tick Prevention.

Thankfully we have many great options for medications to keep you and your pets safe from these pests as well as the numerous diseases they carry! Our staff would be happy to talk to you about to how protect your family!



https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/flea-tick-season/

10/18/2024

We wrapped up Vet Tech Week with Fong’s Chinese food for lunch, courtesy of all the Doctors here at Scott Lake! So delicious!

10/18/2024

Today is Dr. Katie's 3 Year Anniversary working here at Scott Lake Vet Center. We admire her for her adaptability when it comes to her schedule, her ability to explain things in detail, and the exceptional care she provides her patients. She always puts smiles on our faces when she shares her cat's hat wardrobe with us. She is such a special part of our team, and we are so thankful to have her here at Scott Lake.

Thank you for your hard work Dr. Katie!

10/18/2024

I’d like to introduce everyone to Tracker! Everyone here at Scott Lake is very familiar with this sweet boy. He has been coming to Scott Lake Veterinary Center for 11 years. We have provided him with preventative care as well as treating a variety of conditions that he has dealt with over the years. We are so happy to wish him a Happy Birthday on his Sweet 16! He is the sweetest boy, and we are so lucky to have him as our patient.

Happy Birthday Tracker! We love you so much here at Scott Lake! 🐾

10/17/2024

Today, our staff enjoyed Olive Garden for lunch in spirit of National Pasta Day! Vet Tech Week Rocks! Thank you Zoetis!

10/16/2024

And...The celebration continues today with Chipotle! So delicious! Thanks Boehringer Ingelheim for treating our lovely staff to lunch today!

10/16/2024

It just so happens that National Boss Day falls during Vet Tech Week this year which means we are sharing the love with everyone! Today, we want to give a special thanks to Becky, our Practice Manager; Dr Zack, our Medical Director; and Kim, our Assistant Manager. These individuals ensure that the clinic runs as smooth as possible so we can provide your pets with exceptional care.

Help us give them our gratitude for their hard work!

10/15/2024

Thank you Antech for these delicious treats and fun goodies for our staff!