If you are quarantined or following shelter-in-place directives and are running out of pet food, you have many options to have it delivered.  If you are able to get out or have someone who can pick-up for you, pet food supply stores are considered essential businesses and so most are still open, while taking precautions… Read More

With the weather warming up, many of us find ourselves (and our pets) spending more time outside. Whether you’re embarking on a new gardening project or merely lounging in the yard to enjoy the warm sunshine, there are several precautions pet parents should be aware of to ensure pets stay safe while enjoying the outdoors…. Read More

Anecdotally, lots of shelters have reported the happy news that dog and cat adoptions and fostering have increased since the outbreak of the coronavirus, as people who are staying home or working remotely now have more time to care for a pet. This is despite shelters being forced to close their doors to lessen the… Read More

Infectious disease experts keep telling us that the key to controlling the coronavirus outbreak and re-opening society is ample testing for the COVID-19 virus and its antibodies. Of all the competing efforts to come up with an accurate test, one is paws down the most adorable. Some talented dogs and their powerful noses are at… Read More

We know that the COVID-19 crisis has been disruptive to everyone, and that includes non-profits that may be struggling with increased need and fewer resources coming in. In response, the Healthy Paws Foundation is donating $60,000 this month to pet food pantries, animal shelters and rescue groups across the country so they can purchase critically… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, sesame seeds are safe for canine consumption, so long as they eat them in moderation. Widely used in the world of human food (anything from hamburger buns to energy bars may have it), the sesame seed is non-toxic and suitable for a dog to enjoy. Filled to the brim with phosphorous, manganese,… Read More

Just when we could all use a little good news comes word from our partners at Pawsitive Alliance that several of the dogs and cats featured in the #WhyNotMePets marketing campaign have found forever homes in the last few months. These lovable pets are difficult to home for various reasons – some are older or… Read More

Dr. Brittany Kleszynski is a small animal veterinarian and freelance medical writer in Winston-Salem, NC. Upon graduating from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, she spent time in a research fellowship studying Type 1 diabetes prior to transitioning into private practice. During her fellowship, she discovered her love of medical writing. She created… Read More

Diagnosis: Ruptured stomach, pneumonia Total claims: $36,004 | Healthy Paws reimbursed: $28,415 Policy option: $750 yearly deductible | 80 percent Bosley is an eight-year-old, 160-pound English Mastiff love bug. He’s so social that pet parent Melissa has trained him as a therapy dog with the nonprofit “Love on a Leash”, visiting hospitals, schools, and a… Read More

The quick answer: Yes, cats can safely eat shrimp. Many cats are quite intrigued by the fishy scent and flavor of shrimp and would be delighted to try a sample. The best option for your cat is fresh, wild-caught shrimp that has been cooked without any oils or seasonings. Though cats can eat raw shrimp,… Read More

Forget Charlie, Cooper, Luna, and Oliver – the most popular pet names of 2019, according to Healthy Paws data. Some pet parents look to comic books, movies, games, sports, or exotic foods to come up with wacky, fun or thought-provoking dog and cat names that reflect their pet’s unique personalities. Here are a few we… Read More