The latest news and trends about dogs and cats for our pet-loving pet parents from the team at Healthy Paws Pet Insurance & Foundation.
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The latest news and trends about dogs and cats for our pet-loving pet parents from the team at Healthy Paws Pet Insurance & Foundation.
Are Cats Smarter Than Dogs?
September 27th, 2018 by Cuteness TeamAre cats actually smarter than dogs? It’s a biting question that pet owners have debated for countless years in tooth-and-claw discussions. Gathering information concerning canine intelligence is an easy task but try finding the same info on cats. Good luck! Feline information on intelligence comparison remains sparse because, well, cats are unwilling to cooperate. One… Read More
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Are Cats Smarter Than Dogs?
09/27/2018 by Cuteness TeamAre cats actually smarter than dogs? It’s a biting question that pet owners have debated for countless years in tooth-and-claw discussions. Gathering information concerning canine intelligence is an easy task but try finding the same info on cats. Good luck! Feline information on intelligence comparison remains sparse because, well, cats are unwilling to cooperate. One… Read More
September 27th, 2018 by Cuteness Team -
Pet Insurance with Pre-Existing Conditions
09/25/2018 by Colleen WilliamsPet insurance is designed to cover your pet’s unforeseen accidents and illnesses and is actually quite different from human health insurance. While only some human insurance policies bar pre-existing conditions from coverage, all pet insurance policies do, but the definition of what that condition is varies. Essentially, your likelihood of coverage increases if you enroll… Read More
September 25th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Flea Allergies and Your Pet
09/21/2018 by Colleen WilliamsFleas 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
September 21st, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Common Illness in Cats: Arthritis
09/20/2018 by Colleen WilliamsArthritis in cats refers to the general condition of joint inflammation; there are several types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is the most common (and the one mentioned here), especially among senior cats. One study found 90 percent of felines over age 12 had evidence of a degenerative joint disease on their x-rays. As your cat ages, experts recommend increasing your… Read More
September 20th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Ringworm in Dogs & Puppies
09/19/2018 by Colleen WilliamsDespite its name, ringworm isn’t caused by a wriggly worm, but several different species of fungi. Ringworm, or dermatophytosis, is an infection of the skin’s top layers, including the fur. The disease gets its name from the raised, ring-shaped lesions that appear on the skin. However, some dogs with ringworm have no visible symptoms, while… Read More
September 19th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Heartworm in Dogs & Puppies
09/18/2018 by Colleen WilliamsHeartworms are parasites that cause infection of the cardiovascular system, especially in small animals. Although small, heartworms can cause severe internal damage to organs and should be treated immediately. As the weather warms up, heartworm infections are more common, as the parasites are spread by mosquitos. By learning how to recognize heartworm symptoms in dogs, you… Read More
September 18th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
What You Need to Know About Cancer and Pet Insurance
09/18/2018 by Colleen WilliamsWhen your furry best friend is sick, it’s a stressful time. But of all the news a pet parent can receive from their veterinarian, pet cancer is the one that is perhaps the worst to hear. Unfortunately, cancer is the number one cause of death in senior pets – and furthermore, 1 in 4 dogs will develop… Read More
September 18th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Do Dogs Care If You Cry?
09/13/2018 by Colleen WilliamsIn July, The New York Times ran the article Lassie Got Help, Would Your Dog? Which posed the question: how empathetic is your dog? With help from animal behavioral scientist Julia E. Meyers-Manor, 34 dogs and video recorders, the study set out to see just how ready some pups were to help their guardians. They… Read More
September 13th, 2018 by Colleen Williams -
Announcing Our Fall 2018 Student Scholarship Winners
09/12/2018 by Colleen WilliamsWe’re very excited to announce that two students have been awarded scholarships to help with their college tuition, courtesy of our ongoing academic scholarships program! Both recipients have worked tirelessly as advocates for the health and welfare of animals, logging crucial volunteering hours all while maintaining an honor roll status at their respective schools…. Read More
September 12th, 2018 by Colleen Williams
