Pet Education Blog

A collection of helpful articles, recommendations and helpful tips for you and your pet.

My dog has better health insurance than I do

How do I choose the best pet insurance for my pet? Considerations: Age Breed Presexsisting conditions Activity level Choosing a company Factors to consider when choosing a policy: Deductible Yearly premium price Payment to hospital options Preexsisting condition coverage Limits of coverage There are some companies that are free to use as a comparison tool

Canine Addison’s Disease

Addison’s Disease (Canine Hypoadrenocorticism) Adrenal Hormones: The adrenal gland is so named because it is located just forward of the kidney (renal means kidney). The center of the gland is called the medulla and the outer area is called the cortex. While both areas produce hormones, Addison’s disease concerns the hormones produced by the cortex;