South 71 Veterinary Clinic & Supplies

06/05/2026

🐾 June Pet of the Month: Giant Schnauzer

The Giant Schnauzer is our June Pet of the Month — a powerful, intelligent breed known for its loyalty, confidence, and unmistakable beard!

✨ What Makes Them Special

• Highly intelligent and eager to learn
• Loyal and devoted to their families
• Strong, athletic build with a distinctive wiry coat
• Natural protectors with a confident presence

Originally bred to drive cattle and guard farms, Giant Schnauzers are hardworking dogs that thrive when they have a purpose. They're known for forming strong bonds with their people and are happiest when included in family activities.

🧠 Did You Know?

• Despite their name, Giant Schnauzers aren't simply oversized Standard Schnauzers—they were developed as their own working breed.
• Their signature beard helped protect their faces while working with livestock.
• They excel in obedience, agility, tracking, and other canine sports.
• Giant Schnauzers are often described as having both the brains and energy to keep their owners on their toes!

❤️ Is a Giant Schnauzer Right for You?

Giant Schnauzers do best with active owners who can provide regular exercise, training, and mental stimulation. Their intelligence and strong work ethic make them incredible companions, but they need engagement and consistency to thrive. Early socialization and ongoing training are key to helping them become well-rounded family members.

At South 71 Vet, we love helping active, intelligent breeds like the Giant Schnauzer stay healthy through every stage of life with preventive care, nutrition guidance, and personalized wellness recommendations.

Do you have a Giant Schnauzer at home or do you have a love for the breed?

Tell us about them!

We love celebrating the members of your family — because they're part of ours too. 🐾

— South 71 Vet Team

05/25/2026

Our clinics are closed today to honor Memorial Day. Our on-call emergency services continue to be available. You can reach us at (320)235-7396 if you have an emergency. It's going to be a beautiful day today! We will see you tomorrow with regular business hours!

Happy Memorial Day! Remember the meaning of day and be thankful 🇺🇸

📸 American Dog Magazine

05/05/2026

🐾 May Pet of the Month: English Setter

The English Setter is our May Pet of the Month — a beautiful blend of elegance, sweetness, and outdoorsy spirit.

✨ What Makes Them Special

• Known for their signature “belton” speckled coats
• Gentle, affectionate, and great with families
• Energetic in the field, calm and loving at home
• Naturally social and friendly with people and other dogs

English Setters have a soft, kind personality that makes them easy to love. They’re playful without being overwhelming and tend to have a steady, easygoing presence in the home.

🧠 Did You Know?

• The term “belton” refers to their unique speckled coat pattern
• They were originally bred as bird dogs, using a graceful “set” (crouch) when locating game
• Often nicknamed the “gentleman of the dog world” for their calm, polite demeanor
• Their long, feathered coat requires regular brushing to keep it looking its best

❤️ Is an English Setter Right for You?

English Setters do best with families who enjoy a mix of activity and downtime. They love room to roam, regular walks, and time outdoors — but they’re just as happy curling up with their people at the end of the day. Consistent grooming and light training help them thrive.

At South 71 Vet, we love helping breeds like the English Setter stay healthy from nose to tail — whether that’s coat care, joint support for active lifestyles, or preventive wellness to keep them feeling their best.

📸 Show Us Your English Setter!

Do you have one at home? We’d love to meet them!
Drop a photo below 👇🏼
We can’t wait to see your sweet, speckled companions 🐾

04/13/2026

As spring rolls in, so does spring weather! Parts of Minnesota may experience this later today. Rememeber to create a family safety plan that includes your pets and animals both big and small.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! Rememeber the chocolate is toxic to our canines and the lilies are toxic to our felines! These are popular items during Easter! In case of an EMERGENCY, a veterinarian will be on-call . You can always reach us by calling (320)235-7396.

04/01/2026

🐾 April Pet of the Month: Belgian Sheepdog

The Belgian Sheepdog (also known as the Groenendael) is our April Pet of the Month — a breed known for its intelligence, loyalty, and striking all-black coat.

✨ What Makes Them Special
• Highly intelligent and eager to learn
• Deeply loyal and protective of their people
• Elegant, long black coat with a strong, athletic build
• Thrive when they have a job or purpose

Belgian Sheepdogs are incredibly devoted companions. They bond closely with their families and are happiest when they’re included in daily life — whether that’s work, play, or training.

🧠 Did You Know?
• They’re one of four Belgian herding breeds (along with Malinois, Tervuren, and Laekenois)
• Originally bred for herding, but now excel in police work, agility, and obedience
• Their intelligence means they pick up training quickly — both the good and the bad 😄
• They’re known for being “velcro dogs” who like to stay close to their people

❤️ Is a Belgian Sheepdog Right for You?
This breed does best with active, engaged owners. They need both physical exercise and mental stimulation to stay balanced. Without it, they can become bored or anxious. Early training and socialization go a long way, and their loyalty makes them incredible family dogs when their needs are met.

At South 71 Vet, we love helping working and high-drive breeds like the Belgian Sheepdog stay healthy — from joint support and nutrition to behavioral guidance and preventive care.

📸 Show Us Your Belgian Sheepdog!
Do you have one at home? We’d love to see them!

There’s nothing better than seeing the personalities behind the breed 🐾

04/01/2026

Today is April 1st! Start heartworm prevention today! There are options, so you can find the product best for your pet's lifestyle!

03/30/2026

The ticks are out! protect your canine and feline now! our staff will be happy to asssist you in finding the right product for your pet!

03/02/2026

🐶 March Pet of the Month: American Foxhound

The American Foxhound is our March Pet of the Month — and this breed is full of history, heart, and horsepower!

✨ What Makes Them Special
• Incredibly athletic and built for endurance
• Sweet-natured and gentle with their families
• Known for their musical, baying howl
• Loyal pack dogs who thrive on companionship

American Foxhounds are friendly, easygoing dogs with a strong independent streak. They’re affectionate at home but happiest when they have space to run and a job to do.

🧠 Did You Know?
• The American Foxhound is one of the few dog breeds truly developed in the United States.
• George Washington played a role in developing the breed in the 1700s.
• They can run for miles without tiring — their stamina is legendary.
• Their distinctive bay can carry long distances (your neighbors may also learn this 😉).

❤️ Is an American Foxhound Right for You?
These dogs are best suited for active families or homes with acreage. They need daily exercise and mental stimulation to stay happy and healthy. Because they were bred to hunt in packs, they generally do well with other dogs — but their strong scent drive means fenced yards are important.

At South 71 Vet, we love helping high-energy breeds like the American Foxhound stay healthy with proper nutrition, joint support, preventive care, and enrichment guidance.

📸 Do you have an American Foxhound?
Feel free to share below!

We can’t wait to meet them!
— South 71 Vet Team

02/25/2026

We recently received a heartfelt response to one of the care letters we send when a beloved member of the family leaves their earthly home.

"Thank you for taking the time to send a card for our sweet Cali- she is no longer in pain. Dr. Jess was so wonderful in her last months and truly gave us every option to treat, then gently let go, of our family kitty. It was difficult for the whole family, but your care greatly helped us all. Again, thank you."

Messages like this remind us why we do what we do — even on the hardest days. It is a privilege to care for the cherished members of your family. They leave paw prints on our hearts, too.

– South 71 Vet Team