Key Takeaways Dogs are often intrigued by the smell of dead animals for evolutionary reasons and may want to pick one up.  Handling (pawing, nosing, sniffing, carrying, etc.) a dead animal isn’t necessarily bad for your dog, unless the animal has been poisoned or is carrying a harmful bacteria.  Prevent your dog from eating a… Read More

Also known as “dog flu,” canine influenza is a contagious respiratory disease that can be found all over the United States. This disease is caused by type-A influenza virus that is currently present in two strains: one is H3N8 virus and the other is an H3N2 virus. The CDC reports that “canine influenza A(H3N2) viruses… Read More

As the temperatures drop this holiday season, give your pet a little extra warmth with these winter pet tips. Fend Off Frostbite Prolonged exposure to the bitter wind and snow can cause frostbite, which occurs when part of the body freezes. Sensitive areas unprotected by fur are the most vulnerable to frostbite in pets. Depending… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on March 3, 2020 by Sarah Wallace, DVM Leptospirosis is a particularly nasty bacterial infection in dogs that can cause flu-like symptoms and unfortunately, can be fatal. It is more common in areas with warm climates, standing bodies of water, wildlife populations and high annual rainfall, but it can occur anywhere. The… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on May 6, 2020 by Brittany Kleszynski, DVM Teacup dogs are tiny breeds of pups, sort of leaning to the “Aw, I wish they’d stay this small forever!” idea about puppies. Unfortunately, purposefully breeding animals smaller and smaller means their tiny size comes with big health issues. If you purchase your pet from… Read More

As National Pet Cancer Awareness Month ends, we present these tips for preventing cancer in dogs…. Read More

Xylitol poisoning can be fatal. It is one of the worst ingredients for dogs, outside grapes and raisins. Know the signs and symptoms, and be ready to act quickly should your dog accidentally gobble up desserts, gum (even left on the street), or sugar-free peanut butter. What is Xylitol? Most commonly used as a sugar… Read More

A year’s worth of pet insurance claims data from Healthy Paws customers reveals the most common accidents and illnesses for our canine friends. View or download a PDF version of this infographic… Read More

Reviewed for accuracy on March 29th, 2020 by Zac Pilossoph, Fear-Free Certified DVM, CAVM “We had three standard Aussies prior to the two we have now –– today we have Bella and Tucker Boy, both miniature Australian shepherds, and they get along like Frick and Frack!” says Dee about her two happy pups. Little did… Read More

The liver is a powerhouse in the body – it detoxifies the blood, metabolizes sugar and carbohydrates, facilitates digestion with bile, and even helps blood to clot. Because it is such a vital organ that affects so many different systems, it is important to know any signs of disease, failure, or chronic condition, and take… Read More

When administered properly, melatonin is considered safe for dogs. There’s also evidence that points to melatonin’s ability to help dogs in numerous ways. As always, speak with your veterinarian before administering any over-the-counter medications or supplements to your dog. This is especially true if your dog has any existing medical conditions, is diabetic, is pregnant… Read More