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With the 4th of July fast approaching we want to offer some suggestions on ways to keep your furry family member content during fireworks and all the activity surrounding the weekend. It is advisable to make a safe haven for your pet to feel secure at home. Do not take pets to a fireworks display. Although your pet may not …
Thank you to those who have lost their lives in service to our country.
This is a special day for our country. It is a day set aside to remember the men and women who have died while serving in the military armed forces. I want to say thank you to the families of those who have lost someone they love while serving our country. Your loss is shared by a grateful nation. Thank …
What Should I Feed My Pet? Don’t Let Marketing Confuse You
This is the title of an excellent article by Dr. Tony Buffington a respected veterinary nutritionist that was published in November of 2013. For most of us who want to feed our pets a healthy diet, it is often overwhelming and confusing to navigate the pet food isles. The pet food industry is enormous. Marketing claims are rampant with misleading and …
Are Vaccinations Really Necessary For My Cat?
Do you love cats? Would you like to learn more about keeping them healthy? Please join us at Rivertown Animal Hospital on Tuesday, April 22 at 7:00 p.m for the third in our series of seminars on pet health. Cost is $10. Please call 651-430-2229 to preregister. Dr. Jim Kallman of Merck Animal Health will address any questions you may have regarding feline health care. We hope you will …
Tick-Borne Disease Awareness and Prevention for You and Your Pet
Rivertown Animal Hospital invites you to join us at our hospital in Stillwater’s Liberty Village, for the second in our educational series for pet owners. Our April 8th seminar is especially timely as we are heading into the spring tick season. Dr. Rick Alleman, a clinical professor from The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine will be speaking on: Tick-Borne Disease: …
Does My Dog or Cat Need Teeth Cleaning?
To emphasize the importance of oral health, February has been designated by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) as Pet Dental Health Month. At Rivertown Animal Hospital, we recognize the importance of oral health to your pet’s overall well-being and quality of life. To promote this important message we are offering $50 savings on professional dental cleaning and evaluation during the month of …
‘Tis the Season for Chocolate and Sick Pets
The doctors and staff at Rivertown Animal Hospital want you and your pet family to have a safe and happy holiday season. This time of year can be stressful and holds special challenges for our four-legged friends. By being aware and taking a few precautions we can avoid a trip to the Animal Emergency Clinic. Thank goodness they are there …
Vet Clinic Open Evenings
Rivertown Animal Hospital is pleased to offer evening appointment hours. Located in Stillwater, Minnesota, we are easily reached by those living in the St. Croix River Valley and East Metro communities. We are now open Monday through Thursday evenings until 7 pm.As always we have Saturday appointments until 1 pm. We hope these later hours will help accommodate your …
Walking for ALS in Memory of Dr. Pamela Barshack
On Saturday, September 27, 2013 I am joining hundreds of walkers for The ALS Association’s Walk to Defeat ALS®. This is a group of dedicated families and friends and individuals who have ALS, who know someone with ALS or who have known someone who died from this dreadful disease. On Saturday I will be walking in memory of a dear friend …
A Special Therapy Dog
This is the story of a very special therapy dog. Finnegan, a 3 ½ year old yellow lab, was recently featured in the New Richmond News. I am excited to share this article and the story of Finnegan and the person who loves him most. Finnegan and his handler, Bob Molenda, volunteer just across the St. Croix River from Stillwater …