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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When to Make a Short Cut: Spaying & Neutering Pets
December 19, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
When to spay or neuter your pet is a common question for every pet owner, not just first-timers. Recommendations have changed over the years; it used to be as soon...
Keep Your Pet Safe by Avoiding These Holiday Follies
December 15, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
As we prepare for our Christmas and holiday celebrations, there are our 4-legged revelers to bear in mind while planning our festivities. Here are a few precarious party stoppers to...
Home for Christmas: Traveling with Pets
November 27, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
The holidays are when people travel more than any other time of year, and many are taking their pets with them. Here a few tips for traveling with pets and...
What Not To Gobble: Don’t Let Your Pet Try These Holiday Foods
November 18, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
The season of gratitude is here, and Tier 1 is so thankful for our patients, clients, and community. We want to share a few holiday precautions with you that will...
Pain Management: When Good Intentions Don’t Cut It
October 30, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
Dogs get hurt. It happens, and vets understand. We also understand your desperate need to help your pet when they are hurting, but I implore you: Do not allow yourself...
A Prickle of Fear: The Danger of Porcupine Quills
October 14, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
Porcupines seem to be particularly plentiful this year and are coming into frequent contact with people, pups, tires, and even cats in surprising numbers. Alaskans have to be watchful for...
Bland Diet: A Calm in the GI Storm
September 28, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
Diarrhea and vomiting: as much havoc as they wreak on your carpeting, imagine your pup’s gut. Vomiting and diarrhea are some of the most common ailments that we see pets...
Quite a few bugs in your ear
September 19, 2020 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
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 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
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 / smcpeck@tier1vet.com
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,...