Articles Index
SPCA Interview Part 3 - Identifying Animal Abuse and Neglect
This interview is the third in a series of six interviews with Beth Brookhouser, Director of Community Outreach for the SPCA for Monterey County SPCA in California. By learning how to recognize signs of animal abuse and neglect, people can be the "eyes and ears" for animals everywhere and provide assistance if necessary.
SPCA Interview Part 2 - Necessary Veterinary Care
This is Part 2 of my interview with Beth Brookhouser, Director of Community Outreach for the SPCA for Monterey County SPCA in California. In this interview, learn what the SPCA does for animals in need of immediate veterinary care: how the cases are initially handled, how animals are "seized" by the SPCA and laws pertaining to basic humane pet care.
SPCA Interview Part 5 - Nervous or not sure about reporting?
This is Part 5 of my interview with Beth Brookhouser, Director of Community Outreach for the SPCA for Monterey County SPCA in California. In this interview, get some tips if you suspect animal neglect or abuse but are afraid to report a friend, relative or neighbor.
SPCA Interview Part 4 - What to do if you suspect animal neglect or abuse
This is part five of my interview with Beth Brookhouser, Director of Community Outreach for the SPCA for Monterey County SPCA in California. In this segment, learn what do do if you suspect animal abuse or neglect, and how to report possible cases in your community.
SPCA Interview Part 1 - who and what is the SPCA?
Learn what animal shelters and humane organizations do to help abused, neglected and injured animals. This article is the first in a six part series on what the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) does for all types of animals in Monterey County California. Find out how you can be the "eyes and ears" to help animals in need wherever you are. By doing so, you may just save an animal's life or rescue it from another day in misery.
Pet Heath Insurance - Is It Worth It?
Insurance for pets has been available for 20-plus years, but for most pet owners, the concept of pet health insurance is still relatively new. The variety of coverage plans, while encouraging, are often viewed with confusion and even suspicion as far as actually reducing the costs of pet care. Here are some perspectives from the viewers of this site and their experiences with pet health insurance.
Pet Insurance - A viewer's experiences
Pet insurance is something many people consider and wonder about. Reading about policy coverage and testimonials on an insurance site isn't the same as hearing what your friend or family member's experiences are like. In this article, viewer Therese Kopiwoda, owner of www.petsitusa.com, talks about her three pets and what insurance plans worked the best for them. Little did Therese know that her dog Lydia would be diagnosed with cancer just six months after insuring her.
Veterinary Q & A: Dietary Indiscretion
Just when you think you are taking the best care of your pets as possible, they find something icky to chew on! Why do dogs (and cats) eat the things they do? We may never know all the answers to this seemingly simple question. Probably because it smelled good, they were hungry, or just plain curious. Is it something you should be concerned about? Read on...
Veterinary Q & A: Parvovirus Infection in Dogs
Parvovirus infection is a serious disease that affects the gasstrointestinal or cardiac systems of dogs. Parvo is a highly contagious and often sudden viral disease; puppies are particularly susceptible. Learn about the clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of Parvo in this article.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview - Embrace Pet Insurance
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for each of the veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Laura Bennett, CEO and co-founder of Embrace Pet Insurance, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Embrace pet insurance.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: PurinaCare
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for each of the veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, David B Goodnight DVM, President & Chief Operating Officer for PurinaCare Pet Health Insurance, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through PurinaCare.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: PetFirst Healthcare
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for each of the veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Katie Grant, a representative for Petfirst Healthcare, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Petfirst.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Petplan
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for each of the veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Chris Ashton, co-founder & president for Petplan insurance, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Petplan.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Vetinsurance
This interview is part of a series of pet health insurance company interviews. I am using the same ten questions for a variety of veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Melissa Kowalchuk, a representative from Vetinsurance, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Vetinsurance. NOTE: Vetinsurance is a sister company to Trupanion, that Melissa also provided interview answers for.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Trupanion
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I am using the same ten questions for a variety of veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Melissa Kowalchuk, a representative from Trupanion insurance, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Trupanion.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Pets Best
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I am using the same ten questions for a variety of veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Jennifer Jones, Veterinary Services Manager for Pets Best, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Pets Best.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Petsecure
This interview is part of a continuing series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for a variety of veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Randy Valpy, President & Chief Operating Officer for Petsecure, answers ten questions about pet care plans available through Petsecure.
Pet Health Insurance Company Interview: Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI)
This is the first in a series of pet health insurance company interviews. I will be using the same ten questions for a variety of veterinary health insurers so that viewers can learn about each company and compare what plans are available. In this interview, Brian Iannessa, Public Relations Supervisor for Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI), answers ten questions about pet care plans available through VPI.
Summer Fun - Summer Safety
Summer pet safety, keep your pets safe from seasonal hazards
Pet Life Jackets
I have mentioned pet life jackets before on this site as they relate to overall safety in the summer and around water. This article examines pet life jackets more closely and will hopefully help pet owners decide if a life jacket is a good idea for their pet(s). I've decided that they are a great idea for my dog, Sophie!
Pet Insurance Shopping Tips
Shopping for health insurance, whether for humans or pets, is confusing. So many options. So many exclusions. We can't predict the future -- what plan will best suit our needs and grow with us? Asking questions is the first step to ruling out plans that won't work and finding plans that will. Assistance with finding a health plan that offers the best coverage and fits within the budget is the goal of this article.
Canine Osteosarcoma
Canine Osteosarcoma - Lotsie's Story. This is the story of my adopted Greyhound Lotsie who "all of a sudden" became lame one day, with no other symptoms. I knew the news was bad though. Learn about this devastating disease that is unfortunately common in dogs.
The Life of a Veterinary Technician
The life of a vet tech is often demanding; long hours, lots of lifting and lots of cleaning up of smelly substances. Not to mention the chance of getting bit or scratched while assisting the doctor with a variety of pets. Is it worth it? Does the love of animals override the demands? Is the salary adequate for the demands and responsibilities of the job? Read some opinions from viewers.
A Day In The Life...Archives
A Day in the Life - Explore different careers working with animals, from veterinarian to kennel worker and many more!
Anipryl® - Help for Senior Pets?
If your pet has a clean bill of health, but showing behavioral signs of "old age," you may want to speak to your veterinarian about a medication called Anipryl®. This drug has been approved to help animals with cognitive dysfunction. Your results may vary, but for some animals it has worked well for dementia-related symptoms.