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In Praise of The Pit Bull: National Pit Bull Awareness Day
October 26th, 2018 by Colleen WilliamsNational Pit Bull Awareness Day is the last Saturday in October and with ongoing breed bans, the awareness campaign seems more important than ever. Healthy Paws wanted to share some support for these dynamic dogs and dispel some of the myths that exist about the breed. We reached out to Alyssa Severn, an advocate, foster-mom, and rescuer of… Read More
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In Praise of The Pit Bull: National Pit Bull Awareness Day
10/26/2018 by Colleen WilliamsNational Pit Bull Awareness Day is the last Saturday in October and with ongoing breed bans, the awareness campaign seems more important than ever. Healthy Paws wanted to share some support for these dynamic dogs and dispel some of the myths that exist about the breed. We reached out to Alyssa Severn, an advocate, foster-mom, and rescuer of… Read More
October 26th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Claim of Fame: The Most Expensive Incidents of 2018
10/24/2018 by Colleen WilliamsJust how costly can vet care get? Healthy Paws pet parents submitted claims totaling more than $173 million last year, but two cases, in particular, stood out from the crowd. Here are the two highest vet bills we’ve seen this year: the highest one for kitties and ditto for pups. (Not to worry – both had… Read More
October 24th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Epilepsy in Dogs
10/23/2018 by Colleen Williams“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
October 23rd, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
UTIs in Dogs: Reign’s Story
10/19/2018 by Colleen WilliamsJust like in humans, a UTI (urinary tract infection) is caused by bacteria in the lower urinary tract, or urethra. UTIs can become serious, traveling to and infecting other organs, like the kidneys, and can be chronic. While a quick round of antibiotics can clear up a standard infection, sometimes these conditions worsen quickly, beyond our… Read More
October 19th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Is Vinegar Safe for Dogs?
10/18/2018 by Wendy Rose GouldThe quick answer: Vinegar may not be entirely safe for your dog. Many pet owners incorporate diluted apple cider or white vinegar into their dog’s diet and bathing regimens because of its claimed ability to heal, clean, and neutralize odors. However, administering vinegar to your pet is not considered an ideal solution to any health… Read More
October 18th, 2018 by Wendy Rose Gould -
How to Find a Pet Friendly Apartment
10/12/2018 by Healthy PawsIf you have a furry family member, it can be challenging to find the perfect apartment where you can all live. Apartment List recently published data about the top cities for dog and cat lovers; today, we’re here to help you understand how to find a pet-friendly apartment. Fees and Restrictions First, we’ll address the common restrictions and fees that you… Read More
October 12th, 2018 by Healthy Paws -
Can Dogs Eat Lettuce?
10/09/2018 by Danielle GuercioYes, dogs can eat plain lettuce. Do not feed your dog a full human-worthy salad with dressings and toppings that can be toxic. Also, keep in mind that dogs are omnivores and need a good deal more protein for optimal health, so a diet of just lettuce is not optimal. Lettuce is a relative term… Read More
October 9th, 2018 by Danielle Guercio -
Get to Know: Greyhound Friends of New Jersey
10/08/2018 by Colleen WilliamsIn August 2018, the Healthy Paws Foundation announced the third run of our grant initiative, The Healthy Paws Rescue Race, funded through our “Every Quote Gives Hope” program. Six organizations were selected to participate and “race” to the finish line, and the winner was chosen based on the number of votes they received. Healthy Paws gave a… Read More
October 8th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
How Pets Can Help Breast Cancer Patients
10/05/2018 by Colleen WilliamsOur friends at Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) have been studying the positive impact of companion animals on cancer patients. Much like their research on childhood cancer, they have concluded that companion animal interaction has been shown to reduce the stress associated with cancer diagnosis and treatment. Did you know… Studies have demonstrated that animal-assisted… Read More
October 5th, 2018 by Colleen Williams
