They seem confused by the reason the obesity trends for pets and people is so different. Here at FIREPAW, the … More
Category: Animal Health and Well-Being
The Organic Pet Food Scam
Important news for pet owners and guardians who spend a lot of extra money (sometimes an awful lot) on organic … More
Pets, Pain-Relief and Pot: Know the Facts First, say Vets
As the growing public awareness about the pain- and anxiety-relieving benefits of medical marijuana expands, many people have begun to … More
Pet-owner Alert: Chemical in Dog Food Cans can Lead to Health Problems for Dogs
Over the past several years plenty of pet owners have wondered about it, some suspected it, and others worried about … More
Kitty Wasting Disease is Now an Epidemic with a Surprising Culprit
Forty years ago, feline hyperthyroidism was virtually nonexistent. Now it’s an epidemic — and some scientists think a class … More
Airline Flights for Pets can be Risky Business
Whenever possible, pet guardians are encouraged to secure alternative ground transport options for their animal family members. The reason is … More
Pet Owners Beware: New Lab Tests Reveal Potentially Toxic Pet Food
Is your pet’s food slowly poisoning your furry friend? Dog food labels read “all natural” and cat food labels … More
FDA Warning Dog Owners, Vets: Watch for Hyperthyroidism from Contaminated Food
Federal officials are warning consumers and veterinarians to be on alert for potentially deadly hyperthyroidism in dogs that have eaten … More
Dogs Breathe Easy with Reggae: New Study
Can music help your dog calm down? Results from another study indicate that yes, indeed, it can–unless you enjoy listening … More
Another Baby Dolphin Killed for Selfies: Public Education Campaign Needed
Seriously folks, we need a global public education campaign–and fast. Yet another baby dolphin has been killed in the name … More
Some sharks still alive are over 200 years old, say scientists
Study: Some sharks alive today were born before George Washington Eight of 28 Greenland sharks profiled in a new study … More
Rapid Decline in Dog Fertility Linked with Common Additives in Dog Food
Environmental toxins–including the food chemicals common in dog and puppy food–are suspected triggers of the rapid decline in dog fertility. … More