Did you know that Southfork Animal Hospital offers acupuncture to pets in Lakeville, MN and beyond? Typically, we diagnose and treat the specific disease conditions of pets using modern science and other Western medicine philosophies. But, what if we could integrate...

Did you know your pet can fracture their teeth? Dental health plays an essential role in your companion's overall well-being, and a fractured tooth could lead to a variety of problems. Here are four facts you should know about fractured teeth in pets.#1: Pets can...

As we are putting the finishing touches on our celebration event, I am reflecting on being a veterinarian in Lakeville for the past 30 years. How many people can say their career is the exact job that they always wanted to do?  I wanted to be a veterinarian since high...

Does your cat present signs of boredom or inactivity? There are many experts that agree that cats are safest when kept indoors. But, without properly enriched indoor environments, cats become increasingly bored and are likely to gain unhealthy amounts of weight. In...

If there was a simple way to prevent dental disease in your pet, would you want to know? Well that's an easy answer! One way to help fend off dental disease is to brush your pet’s teeth on a regular basis. While there are a lot of tricks we can teach our pets,...

April is National Heartworm Awareness Month. You might know that heartworm disease is one of the most painful, deadly, and costly parasitic infections. But did you know it's also one of the easiest to prevent? In honor of this month, here are 11 facts you should know...

While a “healthy weight” is something people understand, more than half of dogs and cats are overweight. Overweight and obese pets are at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, orthopedic disease, and more. At Southfork Animal Hospital,...

March is Poison Prevention Month and we want to help you protect your pet. You may know some common foods and plants that are dangerous to your furry friend. Here are a few common household items that could prove to be fatal for your pet: Over-the-Counter Drugs - Have...

“Casey” is my 7-month-old perfect golden retriever. Being a puppy, everything is edible. He was home with my 19-year-old son who likes to eat food in his room and have Casey up on his bed while they are watching TV. Adam texts me asking if it is bad if Casey eats...

“Flea And Tick Pills Can Cause Nerve Reactions” from NBC news. “Veterinarians are poisoning dogs” was a headline on social media. As many pet owners have heard, the compounds containing Isoxazoline have been linked to seizures, muscle tremors, and staggering. The...