H2OOOO – A hydrated pet is a healthy one. So, as the days warm up make sure that
your pet has plenty of fresh, cool, water. And with this travel water holder you
can always have some handy.
www.waterrover.com
“Geronimo!” – Some dogs not only can’t swim, they sink. To keep them safe while you’re busy flipping
burgers try this Skamper Ramp. So, they’ll be able to get out even if you can’t
jump in after them.
http://www.rescuepetstore.com/product/SKR4.html
Just a bit off the top – One way to keep your dog cool is to give him a trim. You don’t
have to go “poodle” if you don’t want to. But a shaved belly will help lower his
body temperature when he lies down on a cool floor. Keep in mind that not all dogs
should be shaved. Double-coated dogs such as Huskys, Norwegian Elkhounds, Keeshonds,
Labrador Retrievers and German Shepherds shouldn’t be shaved all the way down because
their coats can be damaged. A qualified professional can tell you if a trim is in
order.
"Super Pet!"
Tell us what you do to keep your pet healthy and you could win one of five Planet Dog balls featured in the latest issue of
fetch! magazine
May's Contest Winner
"How do we keep our pets healthy in Shaker Heights, OH? We have Saturday morning
dog play dates! We rotate backyards and get at lest five pooches to show up each
doggie play day. It's great activity for the dogs - and good coffee talk for the
adults."
Caroline Shaker Heights, OH
read more winners' stories at blog.gopetplan.com! >>
Fleas hate water. At least this water anyway. Check out this designer pet water
from PetRefresh. You can get plain spring water, flavored spring water to entice
your pet to drink even more (good for finicky cats!) or the flea and tick water
that’s specially formulated to help keep those pesky guys off.
www.petrefresh.com
Stand out collars. Your pet’s one-of-a-kind, so his accessories should be too. And
these are a breath of fresh air in the “unique” department.
www.aroundthecollar.com
Cats need exercise too. And the great thing about these toys is that the odds are
your stomach muscles will get a workout just watching them play.
www.panicmouseinc.com
Dogs are better than chimps. It’s now believed that dogs, not chimpanzees should
be used to help "shed light on human uniqueness.” Based on the fact that “dogs exhibit
all three primary types of social behavior that humans evolved when they split from
chimpanzees 6 million years ago." Read what else the researchers had to say here.
Read what others had to say at http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/29895614/.
BARF is for dinner
Biologically Appropriate Raw Food, otherwise translated as a
raw-food-diet for pets is the newest in pet food trends. See the debate from both
sides here. See the debate from both sides by clicking here.
CSI: Vet School
Perhaps. The University of Miami is now offering a veterinary forensics course and
they’re not alone in their investigations. The ASPCA has just launched a "Mobile
Animal Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Unit" to help "build cases against and prosecute
animal cruelty offenders"
http://www.aspca.org/fight-animal-cruelty/animal-csi
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May Blogs (worth checking out)
Because Spring is in the air, both literally and figuratively, so are allergies
and the yearning for a nice long drive (with your pet of course). Which are just
two of the topics you’ll find in our Vets for Pets blog.
To read them all visit blog.gopetplan.com.
Road Trip - What to know before you pack your pooch or kitty
up and hit the road.
Itch Itch Scratch Scratch - Pets, like people, get seasonal
allergies. Here are some tips and tricks for relieving some of what’s itching them.
Philadelphia Magazine talks to Petplan co-founders Chris & Natasha Ashton
They cover successes, failures and even Somali pirates. If you're not from Philly, no worries,
you can read the article at www.gopetplan.com/About-Petplan-Pet-Insurance/Press.html.
We’re Open. You asked, and we responded. As of June 1, Petplan's hours have been
extended to include Saturdays 10am - 6pm EST.
Get a sneak peak. Petplan will soon air
our latest TV ads as part of a nationwide campaign. Be the first to view them on
YouTube and let us know what you think at http://www.youtube.com/user/petplanpetinsurance.
San Nicolas Cats
A
population of close to 200 cats has lived on San Nicolas Island since at least the
1950s. Because the cats prey on endangered native species, the decision was made
to remove them. As part of the removal effort, healthy captured cats will be transported
into the custody of The Humane Society of the United States (should adequate funds
be available to house them in an appropriate facility).
So far, seven cats (five
males and two females) have been removed from the island. They are getting to know
their new family—humans and felines—at CARE Sanctuary in Little Rock, Calif., where
they will live as well-cared-for pets in a secure enclosure. And as the pet health
insurance partner of the HSUS, these cats will enjoy the protection and continued
care provided by Petplan.
Dogs of Valor, Sponsored By Petplan
The Dogs of Valor Awards honor and celebrate dogs who have shown extraordinary courage
or resolve by heroically helping a person in need. Each of the winner's heroic actions
have had an enormous impact on the lives of those around them. Please join us in
congratulating all of this year's winners!
Baby - Valor Dog of the Year
Owner: The Cardon Family; Albuquerque, N.M.
One night, 82-year-old Elwood Cardon wanted to get away. So one night he decided
to quietly slip out of his daughter’s house with his Great Dane, Baby. On the way
to his mountain home, Elwood became disoriented. His tires slipped off the road,
and the SUV plummeted 20 feet downhill and wedged upside down between two trees.
As it grew colder Baby snuggled with Elwood, keeping him warm and alert. Several
times she crawled out of the SUV to seek help. Ten hours later, Baby finally got
the attention of one of the remote area’s few residents. The woman followed the
dog to the wreckage and quickly called for help. Update: Elwood Cardon passed away
on January 28, 2009 at his home in Jemez Springs, N.M. The HSUS and Petplan wish
to extend our deepest sympathy to his family.
May Poll Results
Do you let your dog sleep in your bed? Yes: 67%
No: 21%; Sometimes: 11%; No, but he does anyway: 1%
If they get a policy, you get a $25 AMEX giftcard. (And
there's no limit to how many friends you tell!) >click here
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