When it Heats Up, Watch Out For Heat Stroke
Every owner should be extra attuned to their pets during the hot summer months. Heat stroke is a very serious matter and a prompt response can often be the difference between life and death.
The ICU is Open and Active
It's been a while since our last ICU update. We didn't have a grand opening--we just got on with helping our patients! Wonder how things have come along?
What Should I Do if I Think My Pet Ate Something Bad?
Some of the more frequent emergencies that present to our Critical Care and Emergency services are dogs and cats that have ingested things they shouldn’t have. But should you induce vomiting?
Our New ICU is Under Construction
The demands on our emergency services have increased and we recognized that we had outgrown our current space. So on September 10, we started construction on our new state-of-the-art ICU, which will bring more space and more equipment to monitor and care for our patients!
Keep Your Pets Safe and Comfortable on July 4th
It's time to celebrate Independence Day, but your pets may need a little extra consideration, especially once the fireworks start.
Is My Dog Showing Signs of Heat Stroke?
Heat stroke can have rapid onset and is a life-threatening issue for the canine patient. Any dog left in a closed-windowed car on a hot day, for example, can develop life-threatening hyperthermia in a matter of minutes. Learn to recognize the signs that your dog is at risk.
Adventures in the ER: Denise and Niko
Ranging from comedy to tragedy we've seen it all here at A2AH ER, but when Denise and Niko's story came rushing in one night, it took many of our “I've seen it all” ER docs and techs by surprise! (This story contains graphic images and may not be appropriate for children or the queasy)
Success Story: Ollie
This story tracks the story of an abandoned and gravely injured puppy who landed in the Ann Arbor Animal Hospital ER and his transformation through treatment to his current life as a happy dog with a new home and lots of people who love him.