Rice Pet Clinic & Hospital

10/06/2026

Spooky season is here! 🎃 Before the fun starts, swipe through for a few Halloween hazards to keep in mind. Save & share these tips with fellow pet parents to help keep our furry friends safe this spooky season!

10/05/2026

Come join us with our friends from Mail N' Ship Little Canada MN and other local businesses for Trunk or Treat on October 30th from 5-8pm.

Come and join us for Trunk or Treat here at Mail N' Ship - where local businesses come together for the community!

10/02/2026

Friday’s Myth vs. Fact - Halloween Edition 👻
❌ Myth: Owls are creepy creatures that bring bad luck on Halloween night

✅ Fact: Owls are skilled, silent hunters that help keep ecosystems in balance.

🦉 The truth: Those ghostly hoots and glowing eyes? Just top-tier night-vision and communication skills. Owls control rodent populations, protect crops, and are a sign of a healthy environment—not a spooky curse. They may look like they flew out of a haunted forest, but owls are real-life heros of the night. This Halloween, let's enjoy the mystery without being afraid of the owl.

10/02/2026

It's Walk Your Dog Week! 🐾 Every walk is good for their body, their mind, and that tail-wagging happiness we love to see. Getting out for a park day or an evening stroll? Snap a photo and share it in the comments!

09/28/2026

With a new season comes new hazards to keep in mind. 🍂 Keep your adventures with your pet safe by knowing what to avoid. When in doubt, call us!

09/22/2026

Happy First Day of Fall! How are you and your pets welcoming the new season? Share a photo with us in the comments 🍂

09/18/2026

Friday’s Myth vs. Fact 🐾
❌ Myth: Spaying/Neutering Will Change a Pet’s Personality
✅ Fact: These procedures affect reproductive behaviors, not your pet’s core personality. Spaying or neutering can reduce behaviors like roaming, marking territory, or aggression tied to mating instincts. However, your pet's essential temperament and character will remain the same - they won't become a "different animal".

🐶🐱 Tip: Spaying or neutering works best as part of a complete pet care plan, including proper training, socialization, and attention to behavioral needs. Our team is here to help with any questions or concerns you may have.

👉 Your pet will stay the same lovable companion—just healthier and often easier to manage!

09/16/2026

🐾 Please join us in welcoming Dr. Olivia Fremling to the Rice Pet Clinic family! 🐾

We are so excited to welcome Dr. Olivia Fremling, DVM to our team! ❤️ Dr. Olivia grew up in Hudson, Wisconsin, where her love for animals began at an early age. She earned her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Minnesota . Dr. Olivia enjoys all aspects of general practice, with special interests in surgery, preventive medicine, and making high-quality veterinary care accessible to pets and their families. She believes that building lasting relationships with clients and partnering with pet owners is an important part of helping their companions live long, happy, and healthy lives. When she’s not at the clinic, Dr. Olivia enjoys spending time with family and friends, paddleboarding in the summer, snowboarding in the winter, and making memories with her beloved tripod Pit Bull, Hank—affectionately known as her “son.” 🐾💙 Drop a comment below to say hello and give Dr. Olivia a warm welcome!

09/13/2026

Today we honor National Pet Memorial Day 🕊️🐾

A day to remember the pets who touched our hearts and left paw prints that last forever. Their love, loyalty, and companionship will never be forgotten. We hold space today for the memories you cherish and the bonds that continue beyond goodbye. Please feel free to share photos and stories in memory of your beloved past pets in the comments. 💙

09/08/2026

🐾 Please help us give a warm welcome to one of our newest veterinarians, Dr. Sydney! 🐾

We are absolutely thrilled to expand our medical team and welcome Dr. Sydney LaCoursiere, DVM, to the Rice Pet Clinic family! She grew up in South Dakota and always knew she wanted to become a veterinarian. Dr. Sydney earned their veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota and brings a wealth of passion and enjoys internal medicine, urgent care, and ophthalmology. One of her favorite parts of veterinary medicine is building lasting relationships with pets and the people who love them. When they aren't treating patients at the clinic, you can find them playing pickleball, spending time with family and friends, or enjoying the outdoors. She's excited to be part of the Rice Pet Clinic team and looks forward to getting to know you and caring for your pets for years to come. Drop a comment below to say hello, or visit ricepetclinic.com to schedule your pet's next wellness visit. 💙