Monthly Archives: July 2010

Pet of the Week: Lexi

Hi, my name is Lexi and I am a 9 month old Chocolate Lab. One of my favorite things to do is rollerblade with my “Dad”. I can run for hours! My favorite treats are carrots, I will sit, shake … Continue reading

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Pet Health Concerns: Cerebellar Ataxia

Cerebellar Ataxia is a  genetic brain disease that causes brain cell loss. This neural condition leads to muscle problems such as of muscle movement incoordination which is typically due to a lesions forming on parts of the cerebellum. The cerebellum … Continue reading

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Pet Insurance Claim of the Week: Hit By Car

Poor Lilly the dog was hit by a car last weekend and it cost her a fractured pelvis. The good news is that she is insured by Trupanion so her owner didn’t have to worry about expenses in getting the … Continue reading

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Teach Your Dog To Swim

It’s summer time and many of us love to swim in pools and lakes for fun and to cool off. I taught my dog Batman to swim last year for the first time and now he loves it! If you … Continue reading

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A Pet's Ten Commandments

My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. Give me time to understand what you want of me. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being. Don’t be … Continue reading

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Hiking Dogs

The Mountain Mail said it well, “It’s a great time to take your dog for a hike”! Because the weather is warmer, it’s a great idea to get outside with your dog and get some exercise and explore the great … Continue reading

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No Beasts of Burden

I’d guess there are a number of things that the music of the Rolling Stones should not be subjected to, and will say that bossa nova is high on that list.  I occasionally read an economics blog by Barry Ritholtz (www.ritholtz.com), who sometimes on … Continue reading

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Pet Friendly Dining

I’m sure most of us are aware that there are a few restaurants out there that allow us to bring our dogs. Some, we can bring them inside the establishment, others only allow us to tie them up while dining … Continue reading

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Cat Insurance to Prolong Your Kitty’s Life

So the average life expectancy for a cat can range from nine years old up to fifteen years old. Years before that, the life expectancy was much lower. The reasoning is because there is now much more advanced technology that … Continue reading

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Top 10 U.S. Locations Pet Names

Naming our pets after locations is a great way to commemorate a favorite vacation, city, or sports team. I surfed our pet insurance database for pets named after a variety of cities and states to come up with the top … Continue reading

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