Is Your Pet Eating an Appropriate Diet?

Your pet’s diet can affect their weight, mood, and cognitive abilities. The right diet gives your pet the best chance at a long, healthy life. You should visit your veterinarian at least once per year, and ask the veterinarian to evaluate your pet’s dietary and nutritional needs to ensure your pet’s health is on track. […]

4 New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Pet

As 2023 falls upon us, it is once again the season of setting new goals. This year, don’t leave your pet out of the healthy habits you wish to implement into your life. Here are several pet-positive resolutions to help you and your pet achieve optimal happiness and health in 2023!  Prioritize Wellness Checks  It’s […]

How to Curb Negative Behaviors in Your Pet

Pets are often considered members of the family, and it can be difficult to see them displaying behavioral problems. These issues can lead to stress for both the pet and their owner, but there are ways to help address them. We share our top tips for addressing behavior problems in your pet below. Check Their […]

3 Ways to Accommodate Your Pet’s Age-related Veterinary Care Changes

One day your pet is young and playful, and the next, they are a senior with increased needs and a finicky personality. Age creeps up on us, and most pet owners don’t realize that your pet is classified as a senior by seven years old, and their needs may change. While age is nothing to […]

What Can I Feed My Pet for a Holiday Treat?

As you prepare your own holiday meals this year, you might want to give your pet a little treat of their own. But many holiday foods are far too rich for your pet’s digestive system, and some foods may even be toxic. To prevent accidents or illness, take a look at some holiday treats that […]

Dental Care for Dogs

With the right dental care, your dog’s teeth and gums will remain healthy for life. Maintaining your dog’s oral health routine is key to preventing serious issues that can affect your dog’s overall health. Here are some quick tips on providing the right dental care for your dog: Brush Your Dog’s Teeth at Home Prevent […]

Mast Cells

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Since 1997 our Chaska Valley Veterinary Clinic has been the animal care vet clinic of choice for dogs and cats (and their owners) from Chaska, Carver, Shakopee, Victoria, Waconia, Jordan, Savage, Chanhassen, Eden Prairie, Excelsior, Minnetonka, Hopkins, Deephaven and Shorewood, Minnesota.

Pet Preventative Care

Tips For Keeping Your Pet Healthy! As pet owners, we all want our pets to live long and healthy lives. Owners can ensure that their pets stay healthy by implementing preventative measures into their daily routines. According to the AVMA, the cost of prevention is often a fraction of the cost of treating disease or […]

Ticks and Prevention

With the prolonged winter of 2018, it might not seem like you will ever see the grass again. If history is any indication, a winter that extends into April often means an unseasonably hot summer. This can lead to an increase in the amount of ticks in your yard and other outdoor spaces, although these […]