With National Pit Bull Awareness Day celebrated this year on Oct. 23, we wanted to share some facts about this often misunderstood but beloved breed by those who welcome them into their families. Did you know?: The name “pit bull” is not an actual breed but is a label often given based on a dog’s appearance… Read More

You love your sweet kitty like a member of the family, and some benefits of living with a feline are quite obvious: they’re adorable, they make you laugh, they keep you company. But did you know that cat parenthood goes beyond love, and actually has health benefits as well? It turns out that even watching… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on August 10, 2021 by Cathy Barnette, DVM Table of Contents Introduction to Border Collies Size of Border Collies Characteristics of Border Collies History of Border Collies Border Collie Standard Information Caring for Border Collies Common Health Problems of Border Collies Diet and Nutrition for Border Collies Where to Adopt or Purchase… Read More

Key Takeaways Minnie, a Pomeranian-Yorkie mix, had to be rushed to an emergency vet hospital in the middle of the night when she cried out in pain. She had the largest bladder stones the vet had ever seen in a dog her size, which caused her bladder to rupture. She recovered after emergency surgery, and… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, if your cat doesn’t have existing kidney or urinary problems.  Benefits of spinach Nutrient-rich and tasty, cats can get a bit of their 10% of veggies from spinach if you’re looking to add some green to their diet. Leafy greens like spinach have lots of vitamin E and C as well… Read More

Are you wondering if your dog is pregnant? Maybe you’re hoping for puppies, or you’re worried that your newly-adopted dog is suddenly looking a bit “round.” Perhaps your pup came into heat sooner than expected and got out for a late-night gallivant around the neighborhood. Whatever the reason, you’re in the right place. Determining if… Read More

The best way to keep your dog off the couch is to never let her up to begin with. However, we all know how difficult it can be to deny those puppy eyes and sweet, sweet cuddles. But you’ve made the final decision that your dog is no longer allowed on the couch and you… Read More

Diagnosis: Hip dysplasia Claims Covered:  $12,407 | Healthy Paws paid: $8,686 Coverage options: $250 deductible | Reimbursement: 70% Matilda is an 8-year-old Clumber Spaniel (a breed developed in the UK for bird hunting) who was a registered therapy dog for six years while she visited universities, high schools, group homes, hospice and assisted living homes. “Matilda loves people, and… Read More

Key Takeaways Dogs have an expression that looks a lot like a human smile, and pet parents often assume they are smiling just like people do. Dogs do indeed express joy but it’s more of a full-body communication and in a different way than people expect. When you are playing with your dog or giving… Read More

It’s common knowledge that a dog’s sense of smell is far stronger than a human’s—forty times stronger, in fact! In the same way you enjoy listening to music or viewing a beautiful painting, your dog enjoys experiencing the world through his nose. As your dog ages beyond his young, spunky years and toward his senior… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on August 10, 2021 by Cathy Barnette, DVM Table of Contents Introduction to Corgis Size of Corgis Characteristics of Corgis History of Corgis Corgi Standard Information Caring for Corgis Common Health Problems of Corgis Diet and Nutrition for Corgis Where to Adopt or Purchase Corgis Related Breeds Pet Insurance for Corgis Introduction… Read More