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Meet Caitlin Pierce Caitlin has been one of our Patient Care Advisors at Animal Family since August of 2020. She started her vetmed journey in 2019 with her first clinic doing kennels. Then she became the receptionist at the clinic. After doing that for a bit she realized how much she missed being hands on…

Meet Alisa Collins! Ali sa has been one of our Patient Care Advisors at Animal Family since May of 2021. Alisa was always interested in working in Vet Med and has gained a lot of experience in the last year. As a Patient Care Advisor, Alisa assists veterinarians in appointments and assists technicians with ultrasounds…

Meet Kiley Krause! Kiley has been one of our Patient Care Advisors at Animal Family since July of 2020. As a Patient Care Advisor, she works hands on with the doctors to improve each animal’s health. She gathers a history, helps with the exam, and checks clients out. When she’s not in appointments, she runs…

Mindy is our newest veterinarian at Animal Family. She received her Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery from the University of Glasgow in Glasgow, Scotland. After completing her degree she returned to Minnesota where she spent three and a half years in a small animal practice. Her job at Animal Family includes all things veterinary…

Overweight pet? The reasons your pet isn’t losing weight For pets and people alike, it is easier to keep weight off than to lose it. An overweight pet with even a few extra pounds can experience consequences for their long-term health and wellness. Weight-loss diets can be difficult to maintain – especially once behavioral patterns…

Plan a pet-safe landscape to prevent pet poisoning this spring Spring is here! This can be a stressful time for pet owners. Parasite prevention, microchipping, and vaccination might come to mind, but among the threats to pet health and safety are the plants that make spring and summer so delightful. Undoubtedly, pet poisoning is a…

Beyond fresh breath: why pet home dental care is so important Most pet owners are familiar with the unpleasant (or downright foul) stench of doggie or kitty breath, but did you know that bad breath can indicate less-than-stellar dental health for a pet? Studies show that 85% of adult pets have some form of dental…

December 2021 NEWSLETTER 

Help! My pet is afraid of fireworks New Years Eve marks a wonderful time for us all. It is an explosion of new opportunity and celebration. However, for your pets it can be a scary time full of stress and anxiety. Fireworks create bright lights and loud noises that dogs, cats, and other animals don’t…

Getting to Know Kat Taege, CCA While working at Animal Family, Kat wears multiple hats. She is one of the friendly people you will meet and speak with on the phone when you call us – she schedules appointments and answers your questions. Kat assists in any way she can to provide comfort and care…