Every December many of us start to think of the coming year and we often make resolutions for things we are going to do differently or try to achieve in the coming months. This year, why not set a resolution for your pet or for both of you? In America, 54% of dogs and 58% of cats are classified as overweight or obese. So while you may make a resolution to lose weight yourself, why not include the household pets as well? Start by using an actual measuring cup instead of “eyeballing” amounts of food, look for lower calorie foods and treats, limit overall treat intake, and try meal feeding instead of leaving food out all the time. Contact us to learn more about how to formulate a safe weight loss plan for your pet. We can recommend diets and calculate the amount of food you should be feeding. Another part of weight loss is getting more active. Things you can do with your dog to help get more activity for both of you include walking, jogging, running, hiking, and skijoring. If one or both of you is a bit out of shape or just is not used to a lot of exercise, a slow build up to activity is recommended, as pets […]
Learn MoreHalloween is supposed to be a fun time for family, but can present some safety concerns for our furry friends. Follow the below tips to make sure your pets are safe this holiday season! Make sure all pets have identification on. Permanent identification such as a microchip is better than a collar, which could get lost. Keep wires and cords for lights and decorations safely out of reach. Carving pumpkins can be great fun, but skip the candles. Pets can be curious or accidentally knock over the pumpkins which could cause them to get burned or cause damage. On the subject of pumpkins, pumpkins and corn are not toxic, but ingesting them can lead to obstructions, so keep pets out of outdoor decorations. Candy such as chocolate or sugar free candies can be toxic to pets, so keep out of their reach. Outdoor cats should be kept inside for a few days before and after Halloween due to the high traffic. Indoor pets and pets in yard should be kept away from doors and gates which could be opened by visitors allowing them to get out and even lost. Unless you know your pet does very well with strange people, people in costumes, and other pets, it might be better for them to […]
Learn MoreHeritage Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinarian clinic that provides examinations, diagnostic services, dental care, surgical services, medicine, grooming and boarding services in Maple Grove, Minnesota. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of pet care possible and facilitating an environment where client communication and education are at the forefront of our practice.
12624 Base Lake Road
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Mon-Fri: 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Sat: 7:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.