Skadron Animal Hospital

09/05/2026

Happy National Beard Day! 🐾🧔‍♂️💜

Meet Lord VoldeMorty, who is proudly celebrating with a beard worthy of the occasion. ✨

Happy National Beard Day from all of us at Skadron Animal Hospital! 🐶💜

09/05/2026

🐾 Labor Day Weekend Hours 🇺🇸

Skadron Animal Hospital will have adjusted hours this Labor Day weekend so our team can enjoy some extra time with their families and pets. 💜

🗓 Saturday, September 5: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM
🗓 Sunday, September 6: CLOSED
🗓 Monday, September 7: CLOSED
✨ Normal hours resume Tuesday, September 8.

If your pet experiences an emergency while we’re closed, please contact:

🏥 BluePearl Pet Hospital – Arden Hills: 763-754-5000
🏥 University of Minnesota Veterinary Medical Center – St. Paul: 612-626-8387
🏥 Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota – Oakdale: 651-501-3766

🚑 Need a medication refill? Please plan ahead—prescription requests may take up to three business days to process.

Wishing all of our Skadron families and their four-legged family members a safe and happy Labor Day weekend! 🐶🐱💜

09/04/2026

Your cat is always communicating, even without making a sound! Learning to read your cat’s body language can help you better understand their needs and emotions.

Watch their eyes, tail, and overall body posture for clues. Slow blinks may show trust, a swishing tail can signal minor annoyance, and a relaxed body often means your cat feels safe and comfortable. Understanding these signals supports a stronger bond and better pet wellness. 🐾

09/03/2026

Looking for healthy treats to share with your pup? These dog-friendly foods can make great snacks when served properly and in moderation!

Remember:
🍎 Remove pits, seeds, cores, and rinds where applicable.
🎃 Choose plain pumpkin—not pumpkin pie filling.
🍽️ Introduce new foods slowly and offer them as treats, not meal replacements.

If you're ever unsure whether a food is safe for your dog, give us a call! We're happy to help.
(651) 451-6421

09/01/2026

🧡 Happy Ginger Cat Appreciation Day! 🐈

Ginger cats have a reputation for being full of personality. Whether they're goofy, chatty, fearless, mischievous, or convinced they run the house, they always keep life interesting!

Does your ginger cat have a quirky habit that makes you smile or laugh? What's their name, and what makes them one of a kind? We'd love to hear all about your favorite orange feline! 🐾

08/31/2026

🌿 Seasonal allergies don’t just affect people; pets can struggle with them too. Pollen, grass, mold, and dust can all trigger irritation in dogs and cats, especially during certain times of year. But unlike humans, pets usually show allergies through their skin instead of sneezing.

Common signs can include itchy skin, paw licking, ear irritation, excessive scratching, and inflamed skin.

Keeping paws clean after walks, washing bedding regularly, and staying up to date on flea prevention may help reduce irritation. If symptoms persist, your veterinarian can help create a plan to keep your pet comfortable year-round. 🐶

08/29/2026

08/28/2026

Soft tissue surgery plays an important role in helping pets heal, recover, and feel their best. 💙

From mass removals and wound repair to bladder stone procedures and gastrointestinal surgery, these treatments can help address a wide range of health concerns and improve quality of life.

When surgery is recommended, our goal is always to support a safe procedure, smooth recovery, and lasting comfort for your pet. 🐾

08/26/2026

In honor of International Dog Day, we're celebrating all the ways our canine companions communicate with us! 🐶💜

Did you know a wagging tail doesn't always mean a dog is happy? Dogs may wag their tails when they're excited, nervous, or unsure. Understanding your dog's body language is an important part of pet wellness and helps strengthen the bond you share.

Here's to learning more about the dogs we love every day. 🐾

08/24/2026

Puppies and kittens rely on vaccines to build strong protection during their first year of life. Their vaccine series helps protect them while their immune systems are still developing.

🐶 Puppies
Helps protect against parvovirus, distemper, kennel cough, and rabies.

🐱 Kittens
Helps protect against panleukopenia, feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and rabies.

Early protection today can help prevent serious illness tomorrow. Have a new furry family member? We're here to help you stay on schedule.

(651) 451-6421 or request an appointment online at https://app.petdesk.com/request-appointment/skadron-animal-hospital?placeGuid=aa764e08-fc21-417f-ba82-cc3c1ec7043d