At Tier 1 Veterinary Medical Center, we are dedicated to providing the best possible education for our staff and the pet owner community. We strive to lead in veterinary medicine by addressing top client questions with expert answers from our veterinarians, ensuring that everyone is equipped to make knowledgeable decisions about their pets' health.
Stay tuned every week as we dive deep into different veterinary and animal health topics.
Whether you’re a pet owner interested in better nutrition for your pet, a student considering a career in veterinary medicine, or a professional looking to advance your skills, there’s something for everyone.
Educational Opportunities At Tier 1
The Tier 1 classroom will be open to community members, high school students, undergraduate students, veterinary technician students, doctor of veterinary medicine students, DVMs, and specialists for various levels of educational programming.
Canine Conditioning
Tactical Canine Training
Our Teaching Hospital
Though our teaching hospital is not yet open for students, we are in the works of developing a variety of teaching programs for veterinary professionals at various career points. Our goal is to one day be part of the match list for veterinary residency programs.
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Quite a few bugs in your ear
September 19, 2020 / Nathan Markey
As duck season approaches and we spend more time on water retrievals, I am battling an ear infection in my lab Colt. Colt has had a few major ear infections...
Online Bullying Will Not Be Tolerated at Tier 1 VMC
August 31, 2020 / Nathan Markey
Dr. Sara & Dr. Sean McPeck address harassment and false accusations online, after a Tier 1 Veterinary Medical Center Vet Tech was targeted on Facebook....
Giardia: The Bane of Water Dogs
August 27, 2020 / Nathan Markey
As many of you gear up for hunting season, I know your 4-legged hunting buddies are chomping at the bit to join you. Whether you’re heading out to moose camp,...
Choosing a Diet for Your Dog
August 23, 2020 / Nathan Markey
Choosing a diet for your dog can be a difficult and daunting decision. There are so many different choices for makers and brands, flavors, protein and micronutrient make-up, treatment/age-focused foods,...
Chew on This: Dental Health for Pets
July 30, 2020 / Nathan Markey
What can you do at home to care for your pet’s teeth and set them up for dental success? Simple answer: the same as you do for your own —...
Pet Insurance: Under Cover-Age
July 13, 2020 / Nathan Markey
One of the most underutilized resources available today in veterinary medicine is pet insurance. I find that less than 15% of my clients have insurance for their pets. Why do...
GDV: What’s the Big FLIPPING Deal?
June 25, 2020 / Nathan Markey
Most dog owners are familiar with “bloat,” which is a piece of the GDV (gastric dilatation and volvulus) scenario. Unfortunately, that is not the whole story. A GDV involves gaseous...
Hot Weather Precautions: Heat Stroke & Contact Burns on Paws
June 16, 2020 / Nathan Markey
During the first few warm weeks of summer, we are all eager to get outside, soak up the sun, and enjoy the warmth. Our dogs are just as eager, however,...
Working Dog Anxiety: Itching To Get Back To Work
May 13, 2020 / Nathan Markey
Retrievers, collies, pointers, springers, shepherds, huskies, sled dogs, and many other breeds of working dogs were bred to do just that: work. Working breeds have accomplished amazing feats throughout history,...
Parvo: A Real Toilet Paper Emergency
May 4, 2020 / Nathan Markey
Parvovirus, parvoviral enteritis, parvo, the puppy killer… By any name, parvo causes fatigue, lack of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea Diarrhea DIARRHEA. Coronavirus has brought the world to its knees with...