Posts in Category: ZimmVet News & Events

By: Rebecca Brethorst, Certified Veterinary Technician at ZimmVet

AAHA ACCREDIETED HOSPITAL DAY JULY 22nd 2019

“AAHA day” is designated to educate pet owners about what accreditation means for their pets and to thank accredited hospitals for holding themselves to a higher standard.

Unlike human hospitals, animal hospitals are not required to be accredited, a fact that is not common knowledge to many pet owners. Only (12-15%) animal hospitals in the United States and Canada have gone above and beyond to become accredited.

Being accredited means that your hospital holds itself to a higher standard, and that your pet is receiving care at a hospital that has been evaluated on over 900 standards.  AAHA guidelines are professional recommendations that help veterinary hospitals continue to deliver the highest standard of care with the latest in veterinary medicine. AAHA standards are based on practice protocols, medical equipment, facility and client service.

 AAHA is the only organization that accredits veterinary hospitals in the US and Canada, which allows them to set the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals.

ZimmVet is proud to be AAHA. ZimmVet will be celebrating AAHA day on Monday July 22, 2019. We will be taking pet pictures and offering giveaways and snacks. See our display of staff pictures on why we believe being AAHA Accredited is important.

By Katie Pankratz ZimmVet Daycare Professional

Have you noticed your dog experiencing  fear, anxiety, or stress (FAS)? Have you wondered how to help your pet through this process?  ZimmVet can help! This post will give some basic information about FAS, while giving options and strategies to help ensure the highest quality of physical, mental, and emotional health. For more information about any strategy or product listed please contact us at ZimmVet 763-856-4848 or email us at Info@zimmvet.com.

What Causes FAS?

To begin, we first need to look at what causes FAS. It can be difficult for dogs to adjust to new sights, sounds, and scents of an unfamiliar place and can easily become overwhelming for them. Some dogs can become more comfortable quickly in these new situations, while others can require more support and encouragement to maintain their physical, emotional, and mental wellbeing.

By Darian Smock ZimmVet Daycare Professional

While watching obedience competitions is fun and impressive, your pup doesn’t need to be at that level to be a pleasant companion in the home. Teaching your dog a few basic, but essential, obedience commands can build a strong foundation for reliable and compliant behavior. Let’s check out our four core skills every dog would benefit from knowing.

“Sit”

Sit is a basic positional command that puts your dog in a controlled position that gets their attention back on you. Having your dog’s attention is the first step to building up to a series of commands. “Sit” is a good way to get your dog under control and is also a good pre-cursor to more complex commands such as “Stay”.

By Katie Pankratz ZimmVet Daycare Professional

It is quite common for dogs especially puppies to experience fear, stress, or anxiety when it comes to loud noises. With the 4^th of July right around the corner you may be wondering how to help comfort them during this time. There are many options out there to assist with this and ZimmVet can provide you with the tools and information you need to help your furry friend.

While there are many options to help with fear, stress, and anxiety, there are a few specific ones known to help calm your dog in situations such as these. Below you will find those that are recommended and some information about each:

By: Laura Scharenbroich ZimmVet Daycare Professional

What is the difference between a heat stroke and a stroke? The underlying factor for a heat stroke is heat. However a stroke may be caused by an underlying problem.

What is a stroke

A stroke is loss of blood flow to parts of the brain that leads to neurological abnormalities.

There are two causes for strokes in dogs: an obstruction in blood vessels (ischemic strokes) which occurs due to blood clots, tumor cells, clumps of platelets, bacteria and parasites; and bleeds in the brain (hemorrhagic strokes). These result from the rupture of blood vessels or clotting disorders.

Kari Meyer, ZimmVet Manager

How to Include Your Dog in Your Wedding

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding day! Its an exciting time for you and your partner! It’s only natural to want to include your fur-baby too! There’s so much that goes into wedding planning, and preparing your dog is no exception. Lucky for you, ZimmVet is here to help with tips, tricks, support, and resources to help your Dog of Honor, Flower Dog, or Ring Barker put his best paw forward on your special day!

By Michaela Tallant Groomer- ZimmVet 763-856-4848

Meet ZimmVet’s groomers

Grooming at ZimmVet has been in demand! Stop in today to meet Sam and Michaela, our resident groomers. Professionally trained with Fear Free techniques, their gentle handling will have any pet feeling right at home and relaxed while being groomed. With a variety of packages and add-ons available, Sam and Michaela will be happy to adapt their services to your pet’s needs. 

• Both groomers are comfortable working with all breeds, and all sizes of pets.
• We are excited to be offering Basic Grooms, Full Service Grooms, Premium Grooms, and Cat Grooms 7 days a week.
• We are offering 10% off a groom service during a 7 day or more Pet Hotel stay to help ensure your pet comes home clean.

By: Samantha Sams CPDT-KA Lead Trainer/CGC Evaluator ZimmVet

Obedience training in any form can be extremely beneficial to your dog, both mentally and physically. One of the unique and useful things we offer here at ZimmVet is Private Lessons. These can be utilized for many different situations, or concerns. Each session is tailored to your family’s specific needs. Our private lessons are usually between 30 and 45 minute sessions. This time period works within your dog’s attention span, and will keep them willing to participate the entire session.

In-Clinic Lessons

We offer lessons at ZimmVet for both you, and your dog to learn together. We can use these lessons to focus on 1 or 2 specific concerns or needs, and come up with a plan of action for you to work on at home. These are also great to help integrate a new furry family member into the home.

Daycare or Hotel Stay Lessons

These lessons are offered while your dog is here for any length of stay. A trainer will work one on one with your dog. These are great for things you would like your dog to brush up on, or new things you would like them to learn. We always follow these lessons up with either an in-person conversation to discuss how things went, or an email with specifics if requested.
Most dogs love the additional attention they receive during their stay. This is a great way to pamper your pooch!

By Abbey Stackhouse Daycare Professional – ZimmVet 763-856-4848

Have you been looking for a boredom buster, distraction, or a new toy for your furry friend? We have many different options here at ZimmVet. There is a large variety to choose from. These toys may help solve common problems that your dog might have. These include separation anxiety, chewing, whining, boredom, and more!

Boredom Buster

Our Everlasting Treat Balls and Toys not only taste good, but also stimulate your dog’s brain to keep them engaged in an activity they enjoy. They help with preventing destructive behaviors and act as a great boredom buster, whether they are at home or away.

By Dr. Maria Krenz, DVM – ZimmVet-763-856-4848

Even Pets Benefit from Buying Local

Spending your money locally in your community has been a movement from local-grown foods to local products. In the veterinary industry, we are no different. You can choose to bring your business to a locally owned veterinary clinic or a large corporately owned clinic. You can choose to purchase product or medication from a local clinic or an online source thousands of miles away.

We Work Hard for Your Business

Locally owned veterinary clinics know that it is not just enough to be “local.” We need to earn your business as well. That means providing personalized top-of-the-line care and customer service. Our employees work hard to answer calls, emails, texts, social media comments and make your in-clinic experience a positive one. We are here to help you and your pet.