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Using Pet Insurance to Cover Unexpected Veterinary Costs

A recent article on LakeForestPatch.com, a website providing comprehensive local coverage of Lake Forest, California, told the story of a pet owner named Gina and her Flat-Coated Retriever McKenzie. Flat-Coated Retrievers are prone to cancer and at seven years old … Continue reading

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In the News: Grieving for a Lost Pet

In a recent Washington Post article, journalist Joe Yonan discusses the heart-wrenching experience of losing his beloved Doberman Pinscher Red and how the grieving process was eerily similar (even worse) to when he lost his father and beloved sister. He asks … Continue reading

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Dog Saves Owner From Oncoming Train

Those of us who are true animal lovers know how incredible pets can be. In recent news, a Pit Bull named Lilly in Massachusetts saved her owner from an oncoming freight train by pulling her off the tracks. The woman fell unconscious … Continue reading

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Online Dating has Gone to the Dogs

It seems like the world is becoming more and more pet-centric each day, as evidenced by a recent article on msnbc about online dating for dogs. While the article isn’t truly talking about finding a life partner for your dog, … Continue reading

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Dog Poo Powered WiFi

It sounds too good to be true, but parks across Mexico City, Mexico are cropping up with dog poo WiFi stations. Dog owners in the area now have a new incentive to be responsible owners and pick up after their … Continue reading

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Voluntary Recall: WolfKing and WolfCub

Seems like all I’m blogging about these days are pet food recalls! Well, here’s another one for ya! Solid Gold Health Products for Pets (El Cajon, California) voluntarily recalled one batch of their large breed puppy food and large breed … Continue reading

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College Students as Pet Owners

Whether you grow up with pets or have simply always wanted a pet and have never had the opportunity, its inevitable that you will start thinking of getting your own pet once you move away from home. Many college students … Continue reading

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Five Tips on Selecting a Pet Insurance Provider

Eye on Annapolis, a blog written for the local community of Annapolis and Anne Arundel County (Maryland), recently published an article on choosing a pet insurance provider. The article was written by Marianne Bailey, a companion animal veterinarian at South Arundel … Continue reading

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Dog Food Recall Linked To Human Salmonella Cases

News is spreading like wildfire about recent human salmonella infections that are likely caused by infected dog food. We have blogged about Diamond Pet Foods’ three recent recalls and now the FDA is finding links between these recalls and the … Continue reading

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In the News: Saving on Pet Costs

As Americans continue to live through a lackluster economy, with poor consumer confidence and high unemployment rates, they are consistently trying to think of ways to save money. News articles pop up all over the country outlining money-saving tips, including … Continue reading

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Please note: This blog is designed to be a community where pet owners can learn and share. The views expressed in each post are the opinion of the author and not necessarily endorsed by Trupanion. Always consult your veterinarian for professional advice.