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Hemangiosarcoma and Golden Retrievers
September 6th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMA distraught pet parent rushes into the emergency veterinary clinic, carrying his Golden Retriever in his arms. His dog collapsed suddenly at home and is not doing well. What happened? It is possible that this Golden Retriever has hemangiosarcoma, which is a very aggressive cancer in dogs. Hemangiosarcomas can seemingly strike without warning, leaving dogs… Read More
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Hemangiosarcoma and Golden Retrievers
09/06/2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVMA distraught pet parent rushes into the emergency veterinary clinic, carrying his Golden Retriever in his arms. His dog collapsed suddenly at home and is not doing well. What happened? It is possible that this Golden Retriever has hemangiosarcoma, which is a very aggressive cancer in dogs. Hemangiosarcomas can seemingly strike without warning, leaving dogs… Read More
September 6th, 2019 by JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM -
The Potential Dangers of Tick Preventives: Here’s What You Should Know
09/05/2019 by Stacy PainterRecently there have been reports of deadly side effects of certain flea and tick medications. While all drugs come with side effects, some side effects reported as a result of taking flea and tick medications have been more severe. Most dogs and cats do not have notable reactions to flea and tick medications. If you… Read More
September 5th, 2019 by Stacy Painter -
Why Not Me? Meet Lily!
09/04/2019 by Katie VirdellWe’ve partnered with Pawsitive Alliance for the #WhyNotMePets campaign to give difficult-to-home pets an extra paw up. These lovable pets are ready to find their forever homes. MEET LILY! Breed: Terrier Mix Age/Gender/Size: 2 – 3 years/Female (spayed)/Small Likes: Daycare with buddies, playing princess! Special Considerations: Needs a child-free home Courtesy of Pawsitive Alliance, Healthy Paws is… Read More
September 4th, 2019 by Katie Virdell -
The Reason Why Cats Meow May Surprise You
09/03/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldUnlike humans who communicate with each other via talking, cats generally communicate with their own kind via scents, postures like raised backs or stick-straight tails, physical contact such as rubbing and batting, and even eye movements like blinking or squinting. When they are trying to intimidate another cat, they can sometimes hiss, growl, or yowl… Read More
September 3rd, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Quiz: How much do you know about pet insurance?
08/30/2019 by Stacy PainterSeptember is Pet Health Insurance Month, and to kick it off, we’re challenging you to a fun quiz to test your knowledge of pet insurance. Take this 7-question quiz to see what score you get!… Read More
August 30th, 2019 by Stacy Painter -
6 Activities to Help Foster Pet and Child Bonding
08/30/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldAsk any adult who grew up with pets about their experience and they’ll likely sing the praises of having a four-legged friend by their side all those years. Pets not only become an integral part of the family — a best friend you can’t imagine being without — but they also provide many other “hidden” benefits…. Read More
August 30th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould -
Healthy Paws Pet Insurance Announces Fall 2019 Student Scholarship Winners
08/29/2019 by Stacy PainterHealthy Paws is excited to announce the recipients of the 2019 Fall Academic Scholarships! We’re happy to start off the Fall 2019 school year by awarding scholarships to two worthy college students. Recipients were chosen based on educational merits and extracurricular dedication to improving animal welfare. There were two different scholarship categories, each with a $1,000… Read More
August 29th, 2019 by Stacy Painter -
Why Not Me? Meet Oscar!
08/28/2019 by Katie VirdellWe’ve partnered with Pawsitive Alliance for the #WhyNotMePets campaign to give difficult-to-home pets an extra paw up. These lovable pets are ready to find their forever homes. MEET OSCAR! Breed: Domestic Shorthair Age/Gender/Size: 10 years/Male (neutered)/Small Likes: Snuggles and striking up conversation! Special Considerations: No dogs or small children Medical Needs: Diabetic – receives insulin injections regularly… Read More
August 28th, 2019 by Katie Virdell -
6 Reasons Why Grooming Your Pet is Important to Their Health
08/26/2019 by Wendy Rose GouldJust as we brush our hair and teeth, trim our toenails, and get regular skin checkups, our pets require the same attention and care. It’s not just a matter of a cute post-grooming photo op, either (though the pictures are always very adorable). Rather, grooming is important to your pet’s general health and wellbeing, and… Read More
August 26th, 2019 by Wendy Rose Gould
