

Why Does My Cat Bite Me?
February 3rd, 2021 by Stacy PainterKitty teeth are sharp and cat bites are no fun. To protect yourself from injury and nip the unwanted behavior in the bud, it’s important to understand the cause for your cat’s biting. Here are three different reasons your cat may be biting you, and how to prevent them. 1. Kitten play Kittens enjoy playing… Read More
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Why Does My Cat Bite Me?
02/03/2021 by Stacy PainterKitty teeth are sharp and cat bites are no fun. To protect yourself from injury and nip the unwanted behavior in the bud, it’s important to understand the cause for your cat’s biting. Here are three different reasons your cat may be biting you, and how to prevent them. 1. Kitten play Kittens enjoy playing… Read More
February 3rd, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
Pet Insurance Story: Skeeter Recovers From Stomach Emergency
02/02/2021 by Christy TrueDiagnosis: Sensitive stomach Claims: $832 | Reimbursed $662 Coverage options: 90 percent | $250 deductible Skeeter is a 14-pound mixed-breed pup with a huge personality. Pet parent Kristy rescued him from a shelter in Maine and was told his mother was a puggle, and they think his dad was a Chihuahua. “He’s very smart and… Read More
February 2nd, 2021 by Christy True -
10 of the Most Common Health Problems in Large Breed Dogs
01/29/2021 by Stacy PainterLarge and giant breed dogs include the Great Dane, Doberman Pinscher, Saint Bernard, and Mastiff, to name a few. With proper training, these gentle giants make steadfast companions, and those that live with children also serve as noble nanny dogs. Part of caring for a large dog is being aware of the health conditions they… Read More
January 29th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
Choosing an Online Dog Training Program
01/28/2021 by Sarah-Anne ReedWith COVID-19 continuing to ravage communities and the vaccine rollout moving slowly, many people continue to social distance, avoid gatherings, and wear masks. At the same time, there’s been a spike in the number of people adopting pets as they spend more time at home. The combination of more people at home with untrained puppies… Read More
January 28th, 2021 by Sarah-Anne Reed -
Can Cats Eat Popcorn?
01/27/2021 by Stacy PainterThe quick answer: No. Popcorn presents a potential choking hazard as well as seasoning contraindications. Corn itself is not toxic to cats, so popped corn is also safe in physical composition, but it’s the irregular shape and pieces of hardened kernel that could cause choking in cats and small pets. Though not toxic to cats,… Read More
January 27th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
‘Why Not Me’ Pets For January
01/26/2021 by Katie VirdellWe’ve partnered with Pawsitive Alliance for the #WhyNotMePets campaign to give difficult-to-home pets an extra paw up. These lovable pets are ready to find their forever homes. Please take a few minutes to acquaint yourself with this month’s featured pets – Ford and Professor Paws Drake. Name: Ford Breed: Greyhound Age/Gender/Size: 2 years / Male… Read More
January 26th, 2021 by Katie Virdell -
9 Signs Your Cat is Stressed
01/20/2021 by Stacy PainterIf you notice your cat behaving oddly, there’s a good chance she is experiencing some type of stress. There are several ways a cat shows her discomfort; review these cues to recognize when your cat is stressed so that you can get her the relief she needs. Hiding Seeking a safe place to hide is… Read More
January 20th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
White House Dogs Make History Returning With President Biden
01/19/2021 by Christy TrueWhen Joe R. Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States tomorrow, he will be making history on several fronts, but our favorite reason has to be the two rambunctious German Shepherds he brings with him to the White House. After a four-year absence of any pets in the presidential abode… Read More
January 19th, 2021 by Christy True -
Pet Insurance Story: Ryder the Cat Survives Eating a Piece of Rubber
01/15/2021 by Christy TrueDiagnosis: Ingested foreign object Claims: $7,774 | Reimbursed: $6,747 Coverage options: 90 percent | $250 deductible Ryder is a 2-year-old cat who loves to eat, play hide and seek with his pet parents (with them being the hiders) and sun himself. “His favorite activity is eating. It doesn’t matter if it’s cat, dog, or human… Read More
January 15th, 2021 by Christy True -
Why Do Cats Knead?
01/13/2021 by Stacy PainterKneading or “making biscuits,” as cat lovers commonly say, is a known cat behavior that resembles the motion of kneading bread dough. It can be described as the rhythmic alternating of their front paws pushing and pulling on what is usually a soft surface, such as bedding, another cat, or even your lap. Some cats… Read More
January 13th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
Healthy Paws’ Top Pet Names in 2020
01/07/2021 by Stacy PainterWe welcome the turn of the new year with optimism and excitement. But before we fully dive into 2021, we’re taking a peek back at 2020 to answer the curious question: which pet names were the most popular in 2020? We reviewed our data for pets that were newly enrolled during the 2020 calendar year… Read More
January 7th, 2021 by Stacy Painter -
Healthy Paws Foundation Made a Difference in 2020
01/06/2021 by Christy TrueHealthy Paws Pet Insurance & Foundation was born nearly 11 years ago on one guiding principle: to help pets, whether homed or not. The foundation has grown each year along with the pet insurance business and has now distributed a total of over $1.37 million since the foundation started, helping 370 animal welfare charities. In… Read More
January 6th, 2021 by Christy True