Teacup dogs are tiny breeds of pups, sort of bending 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 an unlicensed teacup dog breeder, you could find your troubles are… 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…. Read More

“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 Dee know that her pup Tucker Boy (also just called “Tucker”) would be diagnosed… 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

Fleas are a common frustration for both cats and dogs. As if these little suckers (literally) weren’t bad enough, their saliva is the most common cause of a specific skin allergy called “Flea Dermatitis.” What is Flea Dermatitis? Flea dermatitis is a very itchy disease, which often leads to the development of other skin infections… Read More