September is widely celebrated as National Pet Health Insurance Month by veterinarians, shelters & rescues, pet owners and insurance companies in both Canada and the USA. The month is intended to promote the importance of pet insurance for cats and dogs and introduce it to those pet owners who are not familiar with it. As pet owners, we don't like to think of our pet's getting sick or injured, but it can happen. Having pet insurance can help you to focus on what matters most - your pets - if an accident or illness does arise.

What is prednisone used for? Is it safe to give to dogs? Our veterinary advisor, Dr. Sperry, DVM, weighs in on this topic!

Read the Forbes Advisor article to learn more about the medication and how it can help dogs with different medical conditions.

Most pet families will be advised to have their new puppy spayed or neutered by either their breeder, their veterinarian, or their municipality.  Surgical sterilization prevents unwanted litters and helps prevent overpopulation. It also provides a number of health, behavioural, and social benefits for the pet and pet owner.

Surgical techniques for canine spay and neuter vary by practitioner, region, and by equipment available.  In this article, we will explore conventional spay/neuter techniques, as well as some newer, or less common approaches.