Red River Animal Emergency Hospital and Referral Center

07/30/2026

🎉🐾 We're excited to be part of Fetchers' Customer Appreciation Night! 🐾🎉

We're honored to have been invited to join Fetchers as they celebrate the amazing pet-loving community that has supported them over the years.

Stop by and say hello to the team from Red River Animal Emergency & Referral Center! We'd love to meet you, answer your questions about emergency and specialty veterinary care, and enjoy an evening of fun with fellow animal lovers.

Whether you're a longtime Fetchers customer or simply looking for a fun evening out with your family (and your pup!), we hope you'll come join the festivities.

We can't wait to see you there! 💙🐾...

07/29/2026

Can we get some High Fives for 5 Years?! 🙌🎉🐾

Help us congratulate Sam, our Veterinary Assistant Manager (and recent vet tech school graduate!!) - on her【5】 【Y】【E】【A】【R】anniversary with RRAEH!

Check out what Sam had to say about her RRAEH 5-year journey:
🗣 Describe your first 5 years at RRAEH using only 3 emojis:
🤯❤️ 📚 ☺️

🔄 What's something you've learned about yourself since joining RRAEH?
I've learned that I absolutely adore small breed dogs! My husband and I rescued our Pomeranian through 4 Luv of Dog Rescue, and we now have a wonderfully busy household with two cats and our little Pom. They keep us entertained, keep us busy, and bring so much joy into our lives. ❤️

🏆 What's your proudest accomplishment?
Graduating from a Veterinary Technician's Program

👀How has your outlook changed since year 1?
I've learned that it truly takes a team to care for each patient. Everyone plays an important role, and when we work together, we're able to provide the best possible care.

💭One moment that always makes you smile?
There are so many moments that make me smile, but the biggest one is all of the people I've met and the patients we've been able to help along the way. I'm incredibly thankful for every person I've had the chance to work with - there are so many smart, hardworking, and amazing people here who make coming to work enjoyable. Looking back at all of the patients we've cared for and knowing we were able to make a difference in their lives is something I'll always be proud of.

📬What would a message to Year 1 You say?
You're about to learn more than you thought you could. Take it one day at a time, don't be afraid to ask questions, and enjoy the journey.

We are beyond grateful for the heart and commitment that Sam has put into her work over the years here, and have loved seeing her passion for veterinary medicine grow! Join us in congratulating her on all she's accomplished! 🥳...

07/29/2026

☀️🌡️ Hot Weather Reminder: Protect Your Pets! 🐾💙

As we continue to experience these warm summer days and look to head into another hot weekend, it's important to remember that the heat can become dangerous for our pets much faster than it does for us.

Whether you're going for a walk, spending the day at the lake, enjoying a backyard BBQ, or running errands, take a few extra precautions to keep your furry family members safe.

🐾 Walk during the cooler morning or evening hours.
💧 Always provide access to fresh, cool water.
🌳 Make sure your pet has plenty of shade when outdoors.
🚗 Never leave your pet in a parked vehicle (even with the windows cracked).
🐕 If your pet seems tired or reluctant to exercise, head indoors and let them cool down.

Heatstroke is a life-threatening emergency that can develop quickly. If your pet is experiencing excessive panting, difficulty breathing, weakness, vomiting, collapse, or seems unusually lethargic after being in the heat, seek veterinary care immediately.

Our emergency team is here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week if your pet needs us.️...

07/26/2026

As Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to take one more opportunity to recognize an incredible group of people.

To our Veterinary Assistants (and Lab & Discharge Assistants!) - thank you for the early mornings, late nights, weekends, holidays, and everything in between. Thank you for the patience you show our patients, the compassion you give our clients, and the unwavering support you provide to your teammates.

Your willingness to step in wherever you're needed, your positive attitudes during even the busiest shifts, and your dedication to providing exceptional patient care are what help make our hospital what it is.

We are grateful not just this week, but every single day, to have each of you as part of our team.

Happy Veterinary Assistant Appreciation Week! We appreciate you more than words can express. ❤️

07/23/2026

If you've ever been in our hospital, you've seen our Veterinary Assistants in action - even if you didn't realize it!

One minute they're helping restrain a patient for diagnostics, the next they're cleaning and resetting treatment areas, stocking supplies, preparing for procedures, walking hospitalized patients, comforting worried families, running to grab equipment, helping their teammates, and somehow... still finding time to make sure every patient gets a little extra love. ❤️

No two days are ever the same, and they tackle each one with compassion, teamwork, and a willingness to do whatever is needed.

Veterinary medicine is truly a team effort, and we are incredibly fortunate to have such an amazing group of Veterinary Assistants who help keep our hospital running every single day.

Thank you for everything you do, we couldn't do it without you! 🥳🐾❤

07/20/2026

🐾💙 Happy Veterinary Assistant Week! 💙🐾

This week, we're proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible Veterinary Assistants who help make everything we do possible. Their dedication, compassion, and hard work make a lasting impact on our patients, clients, and team each and every day.

Veterinary assistants wear more hats than we can count. They are patient advocates, comfort providers, educators, problem-solvers, organizers, equipment experts, compassionate caregivers, team players, and so much more. Whether they're helping with diagnostics, preparing for procedures, comforting a nervous pet, supporting a worried family, or jumping in wherever they're needed, they do it all with compassion, dedication, and a smile.

Their work often happens behind the scenes, but it never goes unnoticed. They are an essential part of every patient journey and help keep our hospital running smoothly 24 hours a day.

To our amazing veterinary assistants - thank you for your hard work, your kindness, your flexibility, and your unwavering commitment to our patients, clients, and team. Your willingness to step up, tackle every challenge, and care so deeply makes a difference every single day. We are beyond grateful for each and every one of you. ❤️🐾

Please join us this week in thanking our incredible Veterinary Assistants for everything they do!

07/15/2026

🔥🐾 National Pet Fire Safety Day 🐾🔥

Did you know that pets accidentally start hundreds of house fires each year? Today is a great reminder to take a few simple steps to help keep your furry family members safe.

🏠 Pet Fire Safety Tips:
✔️ Keep curious paws away from stovetops, candles, and fireplaces
✔️ Consider using flameless candles instead of traditional candles
✔️ Secure loose electrical cords that pets may chew
✔️ Place pet alert window clings on your doors or windows to let first responders know pets are inside
✔️ Include your pets in your family's emergency evacuation plan

🚒 In the event of a fire, never go back inside a burning building for a pet. Inform firefighters immediately that pets may still be inside.

Does your pet have a favorite hiding spot? Would they be easy to find in an emergency? Knowing where your pets like to spend their time can help save precious minutes during an emergency.

From all of us at RRAEH, we hope you never need emergency care, but we're here 24/7 when pets need us most. ❤️🐾...

07/09/2026

❤️🐾 Thank you, Ernesto! 🐾❤️

Because of his generosity, more than 60 pets received the lifesaving blood products they needed during their greatest time of need. Whether it was emergency surgery, trauma, severe anemia, or another critical illness, Ernesto's donations helped give countless families more time with the pets they love.

Our in-house Blood Bank is an essential part of the lifesaving care we provide every day. None of it would be possible without the selfless donor pets and their dedicated families who make this program possible.

To Ernesto and his family—thank you for every donation, every visit, and every life you've helped save. Your impact reaches far beyond the numbers, and your legacy will live on through the many patients whose stories had a happier ending because of you. ❤️

Please join us in wishing Ernesto a happy, well-deserved retirement! 🎉🐶

And to all of our current and past blood donor heroes: thank you for being an invaluable part of the RRAEH family. You truly are lifesavers. 🩸🐾

Happy Retirement Ernesto!! ❤️

After over 6 years in our blood donor program, Ernie is officially retiring—and what an incredible impact he’s made.

🩸 28 donations
🩸 13,425 mL of blood
🩸 Helped more than 60 different patients

We are so grateful to you and your family!
Enjoy your well deserved retirement Ernie! 🐶

07/06/2026

Thank you to all our ER doctors!

When we say "we need a doctor" here at RRAEH, we are grateful for the knowledgeable team standing by. Happy employee appreciation week!

07/04/2026

🎆 Happy Fourth of July! 🎆

As you celebrate with family, friends, and fireworks, don't forget that the holiday can be stressful (and sometimes dangerous) for our pets. 🐾❤️

A few safety reminders from the RRAEH Emergency Team:
🎇 Keep pets indoors during fireworks displays
🏠 Make sure collars and ID tags are up to date
🍔 Keep human foods, alcohol, and skewers out of reach
🚪 Create a quiet, comfortable space where your pet can feel safe
💊 Secure medications and party supplies that curious noses might investigate

Tell us below: 👇
How does your pet spend the Fourth of July?
😴 Snoozing through the festivities
🛋️ Hiding in their favorite safe spot
🎾 Playing indoors to stay distracted
👀 Keeping watch over the neighborhood

We hope you and your pets have a safe, happy, and fun-filled Independence Day! And remember, if an emergency happens, RRAEH is here for you 24/7, even on holidays!❤️🐶🐱...