Trusted Resources for Pet Lovers
Below are the websites we send our clients most frequently. Whether you are trying to get through Canada, setting your new puppy up for success, or managing complexes disease at the end of life, the resources here will help you learn and navigate life with your furry family.
The app lets you upload your pet's previous records, see current records, two way texting with Trail Breaker staff, and video consultations.
If you plan to travel via road through Canada and enter back into the US, you need the new CDC pet import form. Make sure your pet will be over 6 months at the time of travel and has their Rabies vaccine and microchip!
This Forbs article lets you compare different insurance offers to find one that fits your budget and comfort level.
We partner with Scratchpay to give you financing options. This lets us get your pet the care they need right away, but gives you time to cover costs comfortably. You can check out payment plans at the link above, or text PLAN to 97364.
Alaska Rural Veterinary Outreach brings essential services to remote Alaska locations. Their focus is spay/neuter and vaccination at a low cost to support communities.
Check out the requirements for traveling with your pet. Remember that if you live in a community without permanent veterinary access, you can probably call your local office and get a certificate of exemption for some requirements within Alaska.
Cooking for your dog is a big commitment but in some cases it can solve many problems! The BalanceIt website gives you awesome guidance to create a nutritionally complete diet for your dog, even accommodating for diseases!
The world of pet food is full of branding and misinformation and it can very challenging to get the info you need. This organization has gathered the most important data for you to compare different food brands so you can make informed decisions.
The brilliant nutrition minds at Tufts School of Veterinary Medicine created this blog to help pet owners cut through pet food propaganda and fad info. They write articles about the nutrition topics of the moment to help you decide what is real and what is just marketing.
The Veterinary Council on Oral Health is a group of board certified veterinary dentists who, together, help you cut through all the misinformation and branding and decide which products and practices will actually help your pet have a healthy mouth. Look for products with the VCOH badge on them, or check out the list of approved products on their website.
Veterinary Information Network Partner is a huge library of articles written about disease processes - specifically for the humans who are caring for pets with medical issues. If you want to learn more about your pet's diagnosis, chances are there are multiple articles written by veterinarians with the most pertinent info you need.
Canine Arthritis Resources and Education is a site bursting full of info about how to help your aging pup deal with arthritis pain. Osteoarthritis is one of the most commonly diagnosed chronic conditions we treat in pets, which means a lot of people are managing this at home! Created by a veterinarian specializing in both surgery and rehabilitation, she has loads of different approaches to pain management.
Cremation Services
End of life processes are challenging but can be extremely worthwhile and there is actually a lot of support available. Alaska Airlines will ship remains in cargo if packaged properly, and several businesses in the Anchorage area will pick up remains at Air Cargo and ship ashes back home to you. It takes some planning, but we are happy to help you make this happen.
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Anchorage:
Hart Haven - conventional cremation
Flameless Cremation - water cremation
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Juneau:
Specialist Services
We are lucky enough to have a few Board Certified Veterinary Specialists in Alaska! This means they completed a residency in their specialty and passed rigorous board examinations. If you want to refer to get high level diagnostics and treatment for your pet, we are happy to help!
Dermatology (skin) - Dr. Preziosi practices at
Ophthalmology (eyes) - Dr, Snyder of Polar Eyes - will do telemed consults
Cardiology (heart)- Dr. Webber of Arctic Echos
Internal Medicine (complex diseases or cancer) - Dr. Melco at Pet ER
Behavior (residency in training)- Dr. Sawyer at VCA Pet Care - will do telemed consults
Emergency Clinics
When you have a true emergency or need higher level urgent care:
Anchorage:
Pet Emergency - only 24/7 hospital
Anchorage Urgent Care
Midnight Sun Animal Hospital
Mat-Su Valley:
Susitna Urgent Care
Tier One
Juneau:
Tongass Veterinary Services
Summit Veterinary Services
Whitehorse:
Alpine Veterinary Medial Center
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