Archive for July, 2010
By: Chryssa Rich Pets Best Insurance Marketing Associate A few years ago I was visiting a friend when I noticed her lovely black cat could hardly make it across the living room. Her nails were so long, she had to stop and shake them free from the carpet with almost every step. “She’s old,” my [...]
Posted July 26th, 2010 under Pets General Tags: cat, pet health, trimming cat's claws •
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By: Dr. Jack L. Stephens, DVM Pets Best Insurance President Although it’s not a condition humans typically associate with animals, cancer is becoming more and more prevalent in our pets. The increase in cancer is possibly due to the fact that our pets are living longer, thanks to the sophisticated diagnostic tools now available to [...]
Posted July 21st, 2010 under Pet Health Insurance Tags: cancer in pets, Labradors, pet health, pet insurance policy, veterinarian •
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By: Chryssa Rich Pets Best Insurance Marketing Associate Jayda and I recently completed a local obedience training course. Before the class started, I watched a DVD on pet health and obedience provided to me by the shelter where Jayda was adopted. In every scene, I noted the owner rewarded the dog with a treat. Naturally, [...]
Posted July 16th, 2010 under Pets General Tags: dog, giving treats, obedience training, pet health, pet insurance •
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By: Dr. Jack Stephens, DVM Pets Best Insurance President My teacup Chihuahua Torrey and I will soon be departing for the annual American Veterinary Association convention—not only has Torrey become a regular attendee, but she’s become quite the pet insurance promoter. Traveling with pets requires extra planning and cost, especially when traveling by air. Despite [...]
Posted July 14th, 2010 under Pet Health Insurance Tags: Chihuahua, pet, pet care insurance, traveling with pets, veterinary •
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By: H.R. Pets Best Insurance Editorial Manager When it comes to strapping your pup into a car, pet owners are split. Some think doggie seat belts are a great idea to protect pet health and ensure safety, while others think the devices could be problematic or just another restraint they’ll have to teach their dogs [...]
Posted July 12th, 2010 under Pets General Tags: dog in car, doggie seat belt, driving with dog, pet health, veterinarian •
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By: Chryssa Rich Pets Best Insurance Marketing Associate One of the activities I look forward to most this summer is camping with my newly adopted dog, Jayda. It’s been an adventure for both of us! When “roughing it” together, you can ensure the pet health and safety of your four-legged friend by keeping these top [...]
Posted July 7th, 2010 under Pets General Tags: adopted dog, collar, dog, flea and tick, leash, pet health, Pets Best Insurance, veterinarian •
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