Cloquet Animal Hospital

04/25/2026

Veterinary teams dedicate their lives to caring for animals and supporting the people who love them 🐶🐱 From routine wellness exams to emergency care, their work helps pets live longer, healthier lives. World Veterinary Day is a chance to recognize the compassion, skill, and dedication behind every visit.

We are grateful to care for your pets! 💛

04/24/2026

Keep your furry friend safe and healthy!

Don't forget their heartworm preventative—schedule a check-up today!

Visit us at cloquetvet.com or call us at (218) 879-9280. 🐾❤️

04/22/2026

🐾 Keep your furry friends safe!

Heartworm and Lyme Disease are lurking in our backyards, posing hidden threats to pets everywhere.

Stay informed about preventative care and ensure a healthy life for your beloved companions. 🌿❤️

Don't let these dangers catch you off guard!

Mosquitoes and ticks in your backyard can carry heartworm and Lyme disease. Learn how to protect your pet in Cloquet, MN, with year-round prevention.

04/20/2026

Puppy owners: spring is prime time to start parasite prevention. 🐶Fleas, ticks, heartworm, and intestinal worms are all more active in warmer months, and puppies are especially vulnerable. Here’s why we recommend starting early and staying consistent year-round.

Call Cloquet Animal Hospital at (218) 879-9280 to set up your puppy's first wellness visit.

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As a new puppy owner, you can’t hide from the fleas, ticks, and other parasites that threaten your furry bundle of joy’s health.

04/19/2026

Protect your furry friend from heartworms.

Schedule an appointment today to start their heartworm preventative.

Visit us at: https://cloquetvet.com/
Call us at: (218) 879-9280 🐾 ❤️

04/17/2026

Staying on top of heartworm prevention doesn’t have to be a hassle. Stock up in minutes with autoship to make sure your pet never miss a dose.

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04/16/2026

April is National Heartworm Awareness Month! 🪱

Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal disease caused by foot-long worms, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, that live in the heart, lungs, and blood vessels of affected pets. If your dog tests positive for heartworm, treatment can be expensive and tedious. It is much easier and less expensive (less than $15 monthly) to prevent heartworms with a monthly chewable medication. This medication works as a “reach-back” mechanism, killing heartworm larvae from the previous month’s exposure. The key to preventing heartworm is giving this every 30 days!

According to the American Heartworm Society:
❤️Heartworm infection has been diagnosed in all 50 states and around the globe.
❤️Heartworm transmission does decrease in colder months, but the presence of microenvironments in urban areas suggests that the risk of heartworm transmission never reaches zero.
❤️Environmental and climatic changes, both natural and those created by humans, and animal movement have increased heartworm infection potential.
❤️Heartworm disease has the greatest morbidity and mortality of any vector-borne disease affecting dogs in the United States
❤️No “natural” or herbal therapies have been shown to be safe and effective prevention or treatment for heartworm disease

Source:
https://www.heartwormsociety.org/veterinary-resources/american-heartworm-society-guidelines
Click the link to learn more!

Our friend Ozzy came to Cloquet from Texas in 2025. He was diagnosed with heartworm disease with a routine blood test called a 4DX. Here at Cloquet Animal Hospital, we see an average of 1 - 2 heartworm cases each year.

Treatment for heartworm requires a strong commitment from the pet owner. “I found out Ozzy had heartworm on September 11, 2025. It was heart breaking to hear that my puppy was sick with something so scary sounding. Through this time Cloquet Animal Hospital was so gentle and loving to Ozzy while doing testing and treatments! They were also so supportive and patient with me while talking to me about the treatments and payments! Ozzy and I did have our struggles together with balancing all the meds and not being active, but with support from my family and Cloquet Animal Hospital I will always be grateful that I can still hold my puppy in my arms everyday!” - Owner, Catrina.

Ozzy was treated and is negative for heartworm as of February 2026! Now onto living his best life 😊

04/15/2026

Understanding dog bites is crucial for safety.

They can happen due to stress, fear, or territorial instincts.

Preventing these incidents involves proper training and socialization. 🐕

Stay informed and keep both your pet and others safe:

Learn how to prevent dog bites with expert behavior tips from Cloquet Animal Hospital. Understand why bites happen and how to keep your dog safe.

04/13/2026

National Dog Bite Prevention Week reminds us that safe interactions start with respect for a dog’s space. Always ask the owner before petting an unfamiliar dog. Approach slowly, let the dog sniff your hand, and avoid sudden movements. Teaching these simple habits to children and adults helps prevent injuries and keeps dogs comfortable.
Have questions about safe dog behavior or socialization?
📞 (218) 879-9280

04/09/2026

Mosquito season is here, and with it comes the risk of heartworm disease 🐾 Heartworms can grow up to a foot long and live in your pet’s heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Many pets show no early signs, which is why yearly testing and monthly prevention are so important. Protecting your pet is easier than treating advanced disease.

Schedule your pet’s heartworm test today.
📞 (218) 879-9280

Prevention starts with a simple call 📲

04/07/2026

Indoor cats need spring enrichment too. 🐈Boredom in cats can lead to stress, anxiety, and behavior problems. Puzzle feeders, rotating toys, and a window perch with a view can make a real difference in their quality of life. https://www.fearfreehappyhomes.com/from-how-cat-enrichment-and-catios-can-reduce-feline-fear-and-stress/

Ask our Cloquet Animal Hospital team about enrichment recommendations at your next visit.

As cats thrive on stimulation, enrichment and catios help reduce their fear and stress by engaging natural instincts.

04/05/2026

Easter is the perfect time to slow down and enjoy special moments with family, friends, and furry companions. We are so grateful for the trust you place in us every day. As you celebrate, keep candy and festive décor safely out of reach. A little awareness goes a long way toward keeping tails wagging.

Comment with your pet’s Easter plans 🐣