Minnesota Veterinary Neurology

07/11/2024

Congratulations to a wonderful colleague, Dr. Rogen, on his new practice! Another wonderful option for eye care in Minnesota!

06/23/2024

Save the date for another VETGirl webinar with Dr. Carpentier! On August 13th learn all about the tips and tricks for diagnosing and treating kitties that are presenting with neurologic disease 🐱

In this 1-hour, VETgirl small animal webinar, Dr. Missy Carpentier-Anderson, DACVIM (Neurology) reviews the best way to perform a feline neurologic examination. Tune in for some of the most common and interesting causes of feline neurologic disease!

06/07/2024

Congratulations to Ruby Ng for winning the Figs Gift Card after she tapped that!

Coming Fall 2024 Where Passion Drives Our Practice At Minnesota Veterinary Neurology, we are redefining what excellence means for the neurologic pet patient. From our dedicated, intelligent, and passionate staff to a hospital custom-built to the specific needs of our neurologic patients, we are comm...

06/06/2024

Amazing first day at ACVIM! Thank you to everyone that stopped by. Once again, a great time was had with the Can You Tap That game!

06/03/2024

I have received a lot of concerned messages so let's set the record straight...YES the beloved MVN pens will be at ACVIM!! Both blue and black ink. I hope this helps everyone have a great day 😀

06/01/2024

Getting all packed up for ACVIM! Are you going to be there? Come say hi, learn about what sets MVN apart, and of course grab some swag! Back by popular demand, water bottles, lots of I'd Tap That gear, and of course our smiling faces!

05/24/2024

We are happy to introduce our general contractor, Gardner Builders, who will be making the dream of Minnesota Veterinary Neurology become a reality! They are a great group of people who share a love of four legged family members and understand the importance of superior specialty neurologic care.

Gardner Builders is a hospitality company in the commercial construction business.

05/23/2024

Ready for some great news?? We officially got approval from the Columbus City Council that Minnesota Veterinary Neurology is APPROVED to build at 15186 W Freeway Drive! We are so excited to be a part of this amazing community and cannot thank everyone enough that has reached out to welcome us. Stay tuned for some more exciting news over the next couple of weeks!
For anyone interested in findings out more about this wonderful community, head over to

Columbus, Minnesota

05/12/2024

Are you going to be at the ACVIM Forum this year in Minneapolis?? Come say hi at booth 205 (nicely outlined below for you) and find out what we are all about!
https://www.acvim.org/education/acvim-forum/2024-acvim-forum

Where Passion Drives Our Practice

Minnesota Veterinary Neurology is redefining what excellence means for the neurologic patient

COMING EARLY 2025

05/08/2024

Don't forget to tune in tonight!

In this 30-minute, VETgirl Real-Life Rounds, Dr. Missy Carpentier-Anderson, DACVIM (Neurology) will discuss diagnosing and treating (or better yet managing) patients that have non-grand mal seizures. Tune in as she reviews seizure types, from focal seizures to orofacial and the controversial fly bit...

04/30/2024

As the warmer weather approaches (hopefully!), we want you to be aware of a condition that can commonly affect our kitty friends called Feline Ischemic Encephalopathy. This is a condition caused by the organism Cuterebra, which is a bot fly. The larvae of this organism can enter the nose of kitties and travel to the brain. Most commonly, cats will present with vestibular (vertigo) signs and have a history of sneezing a couple weeks prior. As you can imagine, as the organism travels through the brain it makes the brain a little angry (to say the least), and if that isn’t enough it causes the vessels in the brain to spasm causing areas of decreased blood flow in the brain. Luckily, because cats are cats and there isn’t anything they can’t do, they can do excellent with treatment.

If your feline friend acutely develops vestibular signs, likes to spend time outside, and was sneezing a couple weeks prior to getting dizzy, be sure to remember this condition and have them evaluated by a veterinarian or a veterinary neurologist. And don't forget, we are always here if you need us even if our doors aren't open yet!

Below is a MRI of the tract of a larvae as it made its way through the brain of a kitty. The tract is circled in red and can be seen as two white lines.

Coming Fall 2024 Where Passion Drives Our Practice At Minnesota Veterinary Neurology, we are redefining what excellence means for the neurologic pet patient. From our dedicated, intelligent, and passionate staff to a hospital custom-built to the specific needs of our neurologic patients, we are comm...

04/21/2024

We hope you are enjoying this beautiful weather outside with your pets! Don't forget to have your pets preventatives on board and then give them a nice comfy bed to relax on!

04/09/2024

Good morning from Nashville! Dr. Carpentier is speaking today for Veterinary Ventures CE and made sure she gave herself some time for a nice morning walk through Opryland.

04/07/2024

Henrietta wants you to know that Dr. Carpentier has her back and she will have your pups too!

Coming Fall 2024 Where Passion Drives Our Practice At Minnesota Veterinary Neurology, we are redefining what excellence means for the neurologic pet patient. From our dedicated, intelligent, and passionate staff to a hospital custom-built to the specific needs of our neurologic patients, we are comm...

03/31/2024

Happy Easter! Be sure to keep your 4 legged family members away from all the treats!

03/30/2024

Do you ever have plans but your dog has others? Dr. Carpentier was just trying to do some pilates but her new dachshund puppy Henrietta thought a nap on her belly during pilates was a better idea!

Coming Fall 2024 Where Passion Drives Our Practice At Minnesota Veterinary Neurology, we are redefining what excellence means for the neurologic pet patient. From our dedicated, intelligent, and passionate staff to a hospital custom-built to the specific needs of our neurologic patients, we are comm...

03/23/2024

Did you know that Dr. Carpentier is a VETGirl consultant for all things neurology? Check out her next lecture coming up in May!

In this 30-minute, VETgirl Real-Life Rounds, Dr. Missy Carpentier-Anderson, DACVIM (Neurology) will discuss diagnosing and treating (or better yet managing) patients that have non-grand mal seizures. Tune in as she reviews seizure types, from focal seizures to orofacial and the controversial fly bit...

03/21/2024

Good morning! Dr. Carpentier has been busy at work finishing up her presentations for her upcoming CE. Take a look at her topics she will be speaking on in Nashville in April!

03/11/2024

Henrietta is perfectly displaying the serious daylight savings feels this morning

03/03/2024

For this weeks Neuronavigating Neurology with MVN, we are giving a shout out to all of my small but mighty pups! This topic is near and dear to my heart due to a special little dog that won his way into my heart (even if he has no manners!)

Topic 5: Atlantoaxial subluxation.

02/25/2024

02/24/2024

Variants in CLCN1 and PDE4C Associated with Muscle Hypertrophy, Dysphagia, and Gait Abnormalities in Young French Bulldogs.

G. Diane Shelton, James R. Michelson, Steven G. Friedenberg, Jonah N. Cullen, Karina Graham, Missy C. Carpentier, Ling T. Guo and Katie M. Minor

When the French Bulldog overtook the labrador as the top purebred dog breed in America, it really was no surprise to those of us in veterinary medicine. They definitely are the most common breed that I treat as a neurologist, easily over-taking the dachshund in regards to the number of neurosurgeries that they require. And I get it, their loving personalities and cute faces win everyone over (including myself), but as they become more popular so does the recognition for all of their health concerns. As the French Bulldog becomes more popular, we need to make sure that we are paying attention to new health concerns that they bring to the table. One such concern that I most recently encountered was the hypertrophy (enlarged) muscles that many of these dogs have that truly inhibit their movement. As such, I looked deeper into the problem and it turns out so were some of my colleagues. Through the brilliant mind of Dr. Diane Shelton and others, identification of a genetic variant in Frenchie’s has been identified that causes their muscle hypertrophy, dysphagia and gait abnormalities. This information is vital so we are able to hopefully breed out this variant to help our Frenchie’s live a more comfortable life. Stay tuned for more information!

Where Passion Drives Our Practice

Minnesota Veterinary Neurology is redefining what excellence means for the neurologic patient

COMING EARLY 2025

02/18/2024

Neuronavigating Neurology with MVN Topic 4: Hydrocephalus! Trying to help out as many little ones as possible!

02/11/2024

Now that we have had some time to unwind, we want to say a sincere thank you to everyone that took the time to come meet us at MVMA. We were truly touched by the overwhelming support and excitement for MVN being brought to the veterinary community. From TA’s to CVT’s to students to veterinarians to industry representatives, thank you for your positive energy and believing in our dream. One of the kindest comments we received at the meeting was being told that our energy was unlike anyone else’s, and it was uplifting to see in veterinary medicine. We believe in building a supportive and encouraging hospital, allowing everyone to be at their best which will allow us to provide unprecedented care for our patients. Thank you again.

Now, there is a much needed discussion on our game Can You Tap This? I had no idea it was going to be so popular! We promise to bring it back and get an abundance of swag. Your next opportunity to play will be at the ACVIM Forum June 6-8 in Minneapolis! More details to come.

Where Passion Drives Our Practice

Minnesota Veterinary Neurology is redefining what excellence means for the neurologic patient

COMING EARLY 2025

02/08/2024

Come and say hi at booth 501! We will be at the MVMA annual conference through Saturday. Similar to if you pin the tail on the donkey, if you pin the spinal needle on the AO space pick out a fun prize!

02/04/2024

02/04/2024

Neuronavigating Neurology with MVN Topic 3 Part 2 on IVDD. Enjoy!

02/02/2024

Neuronavigating Neurology with MVN will be back next week! This week we were busy preparing for the 2024 Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association's Annual Conference that is happening next week! Are you planning on being there? If so come on by and say hi! We would love to chat with you about who we are and how we can be of help to either your pet, your patient, or your client. We are also looking forward to meeting with fellow colleagues that are interested in building a career with MVN. And....of course there will be free swag and chocolate:)

Coming Fall 2024 Where Passion Drives Our Practice At Minnesota Veterinary Neurology, we are redefining what excellence means for the neurologic pet patient. From our dedicated, intelligent, and passionate staff to a hospital custom-built to the specific needs of our neurologic patients, we are comm...

01/28/2024

Dr. Missy Carpentier loves educating clients and colleagues on topics focused on veterinary neurology. Her next speaking engagement for veterinary professionals will be in Nashville, TN April 7th-9th. She will be speaking at a conference put on by Veterinary Ventures, a new CE group for veterinarians that is family friendly. Having a young family of her own, making CE accessible and convenient for hard working veterinary parents is crucial to the progress of our profession.

Topics she will be presenting include:
1) SRMA, MUO, GME, NLE…Making Sense of all of the Inflammatory Acronyms of the Nervous System
2) Long Term Seizure Management in Our Canine and Feline Patients
3) Common Congenital Neurologic Conditions and Options for Treatment
4) Breaking Down the Basics of MRI

Feel free to check out the website below if this is something that would interest you (and your family!)

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01/24/2024

Neuronavigating Neurology with MVN
Topic 3: IVDD

This will be a two-part series, focusing on intervertebral disk disease and how it can affect our pets. By far, the number 1 reason that a pet will need neurosurgery is due to an intervertebral disk extrusion or protrusion that is causing them either severe pain or paralysis. But what I also want clients to know is that there are many pets out there diagnosed with IVDD (whether it is incidentally off of radiographs or advanced imaging such as MRI) and it may never affect them clinically. Click below to learn more!