When it comes to health care and your money, a good insurance policy can make or break your bank account. But what about medical care for your four legged friends? Is a good pet insurance plan worth the costs? One of the intentions behind having an insurance policy for your fur baby is to avoid the heartbreaking decision of “economic euthanasia”— letting a loved family pet go because vet costs aren’t affordable. While pet insurance may seem like a no-brainer, there are many factors to consider when deciding if the costs outweigh the benefits. Coverage limitations and … [Read more...]

It’s summertime, and there are a lot of car-ride loving pooches confused why they suddenly can’t come run errands with you. As disappointed as they are, it’s best to leave them home in the cool air conditioning. Did you know that when it’s 72 degrees outside your car can heat up to 116 degrees Fahrenheit – within an hour? At 80 degrees it only takes 10 minutes for your car to reach close to 100 degrees. Unfortunately, rolling down the windows has little effect on cooling the car down. But what if you spot someone else’s pup stuck in a hot car? Not only can this be dangerous, it … [Read more...]

It’s getting hot out there, and for your fur babies, it can be especially uncomfortable. Keeping your pet healthy during hot weather may require a few extra steps. Whether you are dealing with extreme cold or extreme heat (or anything in between), a best practice to keep your pet healthy is always to make sure you are serving a healthy diet. If your pet already has health issues, hot weather can be especially difficult. Many commercial pet foods (because of poor quality or over-processing) may be missing antioxidants and herbs, which can reduce levels of toxicity, enabling the body to … [Read more...]

Are you planning a family getaway? More importantly are you planning to take your pet along? If so, taking the time to plan ahead will make the trip more enjoyable for you and your furry companion. Traveling by car: 1. Plan ahead for regular exercise/potty breaks. Check your route and pick out likely pet-friendly areas to let Fido stretch his legs. You can stretch yours, too! 2. Talk to your vet about how to help your pet deal with motion sickness. If you have a pet that loves to ride, then you have a great start. But if your precious pooch gets a little queasy, you’ll want to be … [Read more...]

There are many reasons to own a pet. Some people simply love animals. Others want companionship or protection. But how about for improved health? People often talk about how owning a pet is good for young people because it teaches about responsibility and care for others. For people of any age, a pet can become a best friend or can help a person deal with loss and grief. And of course pets are frequently used to help people with mobility issues, vision and hearing impairments and illnesses that require frequent monitoring. Wow. Pets play some amazing roles in our lives! Here’s another one: … [Read more...]