With 15 years as a dog and cat parent, my pet articles are a mix of humor and firsthand experience - proof that the best stories often come with paws and purrs.
Top 10 Best Mixed Dog Breeds
The general notion about mixed breeds is that they are not as healthy or genetically better than their counterparts, purebreds. But did you know that mixed dog breeds are much less likely to be born with inherited diseases like hip dysplasia,...
Dog Tips
What You Need to Know About Hypoallergenic Cats
What You Need to Know About Hypoallergenic Cats Pet allergies are unfortunately common. It’s estimated that somewhere between 10-30% of Canadians are allergic to cats.1 Many of those people still love cats despite their allergies. Of course,...
Cat Tips
Top 5 Rare Cat Breeds
Meeting a person with the same birthday, getting struck by lightning, winning a lottery, winning a Superbowl lottery, climbing Mount Everest, finding a four petaled clove leaf, etc. are all examples of rare things happening on this planet. This is...
Breed Tips
How Long Do Cats Live?
Unfortunately, cats do not have nine lives. The average lifespan of a cat is around 13-14 years of age. However, some cats do reach 18 years and the extraordinary ones sometimes end up being with their humans for 30 whole years! You would be shocked to...
Cat Tips
Can Dogs Eat Almonds? A Comprehensive Guide to Almond Safety for Dogs
Many of us enjoy almonds as a healthy snack, but can dogs eat almonds too? The answer is not as straightforward as you might think. While almonds aren't inherently toxic to dogs, they pose various risks and offer little nutritional value for our canine...
Dog Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Vaccines?
Pet insurance can be an important tool for pet owners who want to help ensure that their pets can receive the best possible care with less worry about the cost. While most pet insurance plans cover unexpected illnesses and accidents, many pet owners...
Why Pet Insurance?
Can Dogs Eat Avocado? A Vet's Guide to Safety, Risks, and Benefits
Avocados are an up-and-coming vegetable. Everyone seems to be finding new ways to enjoy this delicious food, from adding it to their BLTs to putting it on toast. The question is: Will our pups be able to enjoy this healthy treat with us? The list of...
Dog Tips
How Much Does an Anatolian Shepherd Cost in 2025?
The Anatolian Shepherd on average may cost between $500 to $2,000 or more. They are one of the oldest dog breeds to exist that are believed to have descended from a bloodline 6000 years ago. Characteristics of an Anatolian Shepherd Adult weight: 12-24...
Breed Tips
Top 5 Funny Cat Habits Explained
Top Funny Cat Habits - Find out what drives them.All cats are so unique from appearance to their weird antics. They make it easy to tell them apart. Some of these furry felines are loving; some are reserved. Some cats are social butterflies, others...
Cat Tips
Can Cats Eat Cranberries?
With winter just around the corner, you already know it’s the holiday season. Between the Christmas lights to New Year’s Eve, we all have our calendars filled up with dinners, lunches, and places you need to be with at. And with holiday dinners comes...
Cat Tips
Types of Siamese Cats
Ready for a playful purring machine to enter your life? Whether you’re on the hunt for a tiny kitten or full-sized cat, you might consider a dozen characteristics before you actually land on the right type of cat for you. You might consider several cat...
Breed Tips
Can Cats Eat Popcorn?
Corn dates back 10,000 years to modern-day Mexico. Fossil evidence from Peru suggests that corn was popped as early as 4,700 BC, and thousands of years later it continues to be a popular treat! The popcorn industry in the United States alone is valued...
Cat Tips
