Giardia, which causes a condition called giardiasis, is a parasite infection that affects the intestinal tract of cats, dogs, and even humans. The parasite is passed from one animal to another in the form of a hard-shelled cyst via fecal matter or contaminated food, water, and surfaces. This shell allows the parasite to live outside… Read More

If your dog or cat has suffered an accident or injury and is bleeding, the first step you need to follow is to calmly assess the situation, determining the severity of blood flow. If it is a minor scrape or cut, you can handle it yourself. However, if your pet is bleeding anywhere from moderately… Read More

The Tellington TTouch (not a typo) method focuses on healing, positive animal training, and communication. In particular, this method helps people relate to animals compassionately to help develop a deeper connection. The method was developed by Linda Tellington-Jones, Ph.D. (Hon) four decades ago. Since inception, the Tellington TTouch method has helped rehabilitate wildlife, zoo animals,… Read More

Cats suffer from urinary tract infections, blockages, and kidney issues rather frequently, and their symptoms can sometimes all seem similar. Blockages can be life-threatening; if a cat has a urinary blockage, this condition can be fatal within 7 days, so any symptoms of urinary distress should be brought up to your vet at once. When… Read More

Since the era of antibiotic usage began in the 1940s (approximately a decade after Sir Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin), antibiotics have transformed the practice of both human and veterinary medicine. They have allowed physicians and veterinarians to combat bacterial infections and save countless lives in the process. However, it wasn’t long before bacteria started developing… Read More

Pet parents often struggle with the question of whether they should head to the vet or wait it out when their pet is feeling “off”. We completely understand the hesitancy, especially when we’re talking about cats since they’re typically not fans of carriers, car rides, or strange places. Finances should be taken into consideration as… Read More

Left to their own devices, our pets can eat the strangest things. Why dirty socks are delectable to dogs or why rubber bands have a tasty appeal to cats can leave pet parents scratching their heads. Just when you think your pet’s taste buds couldn’t get any stranger, consider that lizards—yes, lizards—can also be the… Read More

Well, your cat has vomited in the center of your living room — on your favorite vintage rug, of course — yet again. No doubt it can be frustrating for both you and your cat, but repeated accidents like this can be indicative of a sensitive stomach and seeing the vet may be in order. By… Read More

Probiotics have been in human health news for a while now, but have you considered them for your dog or cat? We consulted our friends at NomNomNow, a fresh pet food company, to find out the details on this “good” bacteria and how it can help our pets. You can find their original article here…. Read More

It’s the most wretched sound in the world, and every time you hear it coming you either quickly shield your eyes or look on in paralyzed horror until the highly dramatic ordeal is over. We’re talking about hairballs, of course, which are a fact of life for many cats and their pet parents. In the… Read More

A year’s worth of pet insurance claims data from Healthy Paws customers reveals the most common accidents and illnesses for our feline friends…. Read More