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Volunteering at The Iditarod – the ‘Last Great Race’
The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is an annual long-distance race, running through a rugged landscape of tundra and spruce forests, over mountain passes, across rivers, and over sea ice, held in Alaska...
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Pet Health Alert: Why Anti-Vax Beliefs Are Harming Pets
Since the COVID-19 pandemic started in early 2020, there’s been a marked increase in the number of people who are skeptical of vaccinations, primarily due to misinformation. Even some presidential...
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Anatolian Shepherd Breed Guide and Pet Insurance
Introduction to Anatolian Shepherds Known for being reserved and loyal, the Anatolian shepherd is a Working Group dog breed that originated in the Turkish countryside. These dogs were bred to be calm...
View ArticleUnderstanding the Mystery Dog Illness Spreading in the U.S.
In late summer 2023, reports started surfacing of a mystery dog illness that caused lingering respiratory signs and didn’t respond well to treatment. Understandably, dog parents are worried about this...
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Beloved Golden Develops Rare Condition
Diagnosis: Myasthenia Gravis/pneumoniaCost: $16,037 | Healthy Paws reimbursed: $12,299Coverage options: 80% reimbursement | $250 deductible Jenny was a nine-year-old Golden Retriever who was often...
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Safety Tips for Living With Your Pet in the City
As urban areas become more densely populated, more people are opting to keep pets in the city. While city living can present unique challenges for pets, they can also thrive with proper care and...
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Goldendoodle Gets Leukemia; Goes Into Remission with Medication
Diagnosis: LymphomaCost: $10,224 | Healthy Paws reimbursed: $7,929 Coverage options: 80 percent reimbursement | $250 deductible Whiskey Boy is a nine-year-old goldendoodle, a retired service dog, and...
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Rat Terrier Breed Guide
Introduction to Rat Terriers One of the many types of terriers is the rat terrier, a curious and lovable dog that comes in two official sizes. There are standard and miniature rat terriers, and both...
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How To Prepare Your Dog for a New Baby
When you are expecting a new baby, this is a big life change for you and a huge adjustment for most dogs. Especially if this is your first child, as many dogs are considered ‘the fur baby’ and have...
View Article5 Ways to Minimize Dog Shedding
If you live with dogs, you’re most likely used to finding stray hairs everywhere: on your clothes, the furniture, and sometimes even in the food you just prepared (how did that get there so...
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Boykin Spaniel Breed and Pet Insurance Guide
Introduction to Boykin Spaniels The eager and friendly Boykin spaniel is a Sporting Group dog breed that makes a wonderful companion. These dogs love being around people and are affectionate, patient,...
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Librela for Dogs: Arthritis Treatment Overview
What is Librela? Librela, a new drug designed to treat osteoarthritis in dogs, is being praised as a “miracle drug” by some pet parents who say it has dramatically improved their pet’s activity and...
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Do Dogs Like Hugs?
As humans, it is natural to want to shower love and affection on the dogs we share our lives with, and the media often portrays idealized versions of this human-animal bond with pet parents...
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Dogo Argentino
Introduction to Dogo Argentinos The Dogo Argentino is an athletic and courageous dog breed, a pack-hunting dog that also makes a great family pet. Originally, Dogo Argentinos were bred to hunt puma...
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Infographic: National Animal Poison Prevention Week
In honor of National Animal Poison Prevention Week, here are some of the top toxins for dogs and cats. The post Infographic: National Animal Poison Prevention Week appeared first on Pet Care Blog –...
View ArticlePet Insurance Questions: Can Healthy Paws Pay My Veterinarian Directly?
Pet insurance in the United States has gained traction as the costs of veterinary care continue to increase. Because they are considered valued family members, pet parents want to protect their...
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Border Terrier Breed Guide and Pet Insurance
Introduction to Border Terriers Border terriers are happy and affectionate dogs with a small size and versatile temperament. They are tough pups that make excellent working dogs and love exploring the...
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Cavalier Spaniel Suffers Blockage from an Acorn
Diagnosis: Foreign obstruction/Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD)Cost: $21,745 | Healthy Paws reimbursed: $17,050 Coverage options: 80 percent reimbursement | $500 deductible Dash is a four-year-old...
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Is Secondhand Smoke Bad for Pets?
As pet parents, we want to provide our furry friends with a safe and healthy environment. However, it’s easy to forget that our unhealthy habits can significantly impact their well-being. One of the...
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Malinois Recovers from Auto-Immune Disease with Hospitalization, Medication
Diagnosis: Auto-immune diseaseCost: $12,084 | Reimbursed: $7,091 Coverage options: 70 percent | $250 deductible Nala is a 4-year-old Belgian Malinois who is energetic, curious, outspoken, and...
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