Overcoming Pet Obesity

The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention estimates that 54% of…

Golden Retrievers

Life Expectancy: 10 - 12 years Dog Breed Group: Sporting Dogs…

Protect Your Pets from These Common Household Poisons

March is a great time of year! For those of…

Common Pet Allergy Symptoms

Just how concerned should you be about your pets having…

What You Need to Know About Pre-existing Conditions

Last month, you voted to read about tips and tricks…

Five Healthy Habits for Your Pet to Start in 2018

The new year is here and just as we implement…

Winter Weather Pet Care

Here are some quick tips to help you and your…

How to Keep Your Outdoor Cat Safe This Winter

Our pets are a special part of our family, and…

Why are my dog’s eyes cloudy?

Those adorable puppy eyes get anything they want, don’t they?…

Trap, Neuter, Return: How to help feral cats in your neighborhood

You know that thousands upon thousands of stray cats are…

What You Need to Hear About Your Pet’s Ears

They're often one of the cutest features of your pet:…

Animal Shelter Wish List

We're proud to partner with animal shelters across the country…

Dos And Don’ts Of Pet Health Emergencies

  When your pet seems to be having a health…

Mange – what causes it and how do you treat it?

What is Mange? Mange is a skin disease which is…

Pet Health Problems Can Start Even at the Best Places

You love your pet. You love your vet. You board…

Cataracts in Dogs

What are Cataracts? Dogs with cataracts will show opacity in…

Cat Arthritis 101: Symptoms & Treatment Options

Just as certain dog breeds are susceptible to developing arthritis…

Retinal Detachment in Dogs

What is Retinal Detachment?The retina is the innermost lining of…

What Is Syringomyelia?

Syringomyelia is a condition which causes fluid-filled cavities to develop…

How to Cope With the Loss of a Pet

The loss of a pet will always be a difficult…

Urinary Tract Infection in Dogs

What is a UTI? Urinary tract infections are the result…

Evacuating With Animals: What You Need to Know When Disaster Strikes

Just as people were starting to recover from Hurricane Harvey,…

Common Feelings After Deciding To Euthanize A Pet

Our pets have made their way into our homes, our…

What Drove Me to Look for Pet Insurance? Guest Blogger: Danielle Salice

After losing my first Boxer at age 4 to kidney…

Tips for those wanting to volunteer at an animal shelter: Guest Blogger, Danielle Salice

After losing my boy, Capone, in January, I was at…

Breed Health Spotlight: Chihuahua

When it comes to lap dogs, there’s no breed more…

Sick As A Dog: Puppy Health Problems To Watch For

Taking your new puppy home for the first time is…

Mixed breeds or purebred dogs: Which is healthier? Guest Blogger: Amber Drake

When asking a prospective dog parent which type of dog…

Yikes! My Pet Has Fleas! What Do I Do?

Here’s the lowdown on getting your pet's flea infestation under…

List of Veterinary Specialist Practices and What They Do

  A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has completed…

Breed Health Spotlight: ShihTzu

Tiny, shaggy and adorable, the shih tzu has wiggled its…

Cat & Dog Tick Bites- What it Means for your Pet’s Health

By Guest Blogger, Monica Gomez For something so small, ticks…

Stop Itchy Paws in Their Tracks

  If you have a dog with itchy paws, you’re…

What’s in Your Disaster Kit?

The destruction left by Hurricane Harvey and the many pets…

Easy Ways to Improve Pet Health

Our furry friends are part of the family, and just…

Basic Pet Health Care Timelines

Pets are an intrinsic joy and bring an incredible amount…

Cat Owners, Do You Know These Common Feline Health Problems?

The United States is home to more domestic cats than…

Not spaying your female dog? Here’s what you need to know about dog periods.

One of our PetFirst employees was looking at adding a…

Rescue Him Again: CPR for Your Pets

Note: This blog is not meant to replace the training…

Dog Breed Health Spotlight: Yorkshire Terrier

One of the most popular breeds in America, Yorkshire Terriers…

Various Herbs used by Holistic Care Veterinarians

Homeopathic and alternative treatments are becoming more common in human…

Xylitol and Your Dog: What You Need to Know

  If you have a canine companion, chances are you've…

5 Things You Need to Know About Your Senior Pet

We humans love our pets. We love them so much…

It Pays to be Picky: Choosing a Vet

If you're like us, you consider your pets to be…

Why Your Veterinarian Is Worth Every Penny

  There are several questions that run through a pet…

5 Ways to Cope with the Loss of a Pet

The loss of a pet will always be a difficult…

Kids and Pets: 4 Essential Ground Rules for Bringing Home a New Pet

Supervision It is critical to supervise all interactions between children…

Dog Breed Health Spotlight: Labrador Retrievers

  Labrador Retrievers are beloved for their loyalty and friendliness,…

My Pet Is Sick. I Can’t Afford The Veterinary Care They Need.

Unfortunately, many times pet owners learn about pet insurance after…

What First Time Puppy Owners Should Ask Their Vet

There are few things more exciting than becoming a first-time…