Understanding Pet Insurance: Is It Right for You

Understanding Pet Insurance: Is It Right for You

Pet insurance brings peace of mind. When unexpected medical costs arise, pet insurance can keep you from having to make tough decisions. This guide gives you more information on pet insurance so you can decide if it’s the right option for you and your furry friend.

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It Only Takes Minutes to Save a Life: Dogs In Hot Cars

It Only Takes Minutes to Save a Life: Dogs In Hot Cars

Leaving a dog alone in a car is never safe. But when temperatures and humidity climb, it can be downright deadly. In fact, being left in a car is the number one reason for heat-related death in dogs. Summer pet safety starts with making sure dogs are never left in cars. Leaving Dogs in Hot Cars […]

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Spring Break Travel Tips for Pet Owners

Spring Break Travel Tips for Pet Owners

Planning a trip with your pet can be one of your best ideas ever, but it does require a certain amount of planning. We’ll help you anticipate any hurdles in the weeks leading up to your departure, things to watch out for while far from home, and ways to promote your pet’s safety, health, and […]

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Pet Heat Stroke: Not Just a Summer Worry

Pet Heat Stroke: Not Just a Summer Worry

Pet heat stroke is a life-threatening medical emergency that affects all pets regardless of age, species or breed. The symptoms are most common when the weather is hot and humid, but can also result from strenuous over-exertion or confinement in tight spaces (like a parked car). This means that even though the season’s changing from […]

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Essential Oils and Pet Poisoning

Essential Oils and Pet Poisoning

Essential oils have enjoyed widespread interest and popularity in recent years. And it’s no wonder—they have the potential to soothe a variety of ailments and they smell wonderful. However, for all their positive attributes, essential oils can result in a pet poisoning if absorbed through the skin or inhaled.

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Am I Holding My Cat Wrong?

Am I Holding My Cat Wrong?

You locked eyes with a tiny tabby at the shelter and couldn’t wait to bring her home. You envisioned late nights of Netflix bingeing with your cat curled up in your arms. But your first attempt at cuddling resulted in a few swift kicks from her back legs before she bolted from the room. Will […]

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Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Pet Parents

Beginning the new year off with intention is a great way to stay motivated throughout the entire year. So, why not start your pet off on the right paw in 2023? Improving diet, encouraging more exercise, and implementing other healthy habits can help them have a great year. Setting pet resolutions can improve your pet’s […]

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Recognizing and Preventing Water Intoxication in Dogs

Recognizing and Preventing Water Intoxication in Dogs

Summer is almost here, and your dog is probably just as eager as you are to get back to Mother Nature, especially if he’s a water-loving dog who enjoys weekend getaways at one of Michigan’s beautiful lakes! Playing in the water is certainly fun and a great form of exercise for your faithful companion, but […]

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Poisonous Foods for Pets

Poisonous Foods for Pets

When sharing table scraps and snacks with our furry friends, it’s important to know which foods are safe and which are strictly off-limits. A nutritionally sound, species-specific diet is imperative for overall pet wellness, but this doesn’t mean your pet can’t sample the occasional tasty tidbit from your plate. These tips from the experts at […]

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What to Know About Cat Allergens and How to Prevent Them

What to Know About Cat Allergens and How to Prevent Them

Chances are you know someone who is allergic to cats—but did you know that cats can have allergies too? Allergies happen when the immune system reacts to a foreign substance and produces antibodies to attack an allergen. Unfortunately, sometimes this response can be harmful. 

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