PetPace Smart Collar: Continuous Health Monitoring for Dogs While PetPace looks like an ordinary dog collar, it functions as a medical-grade wearable. Built-in sensors continuously record body temperature, pulse, activity, caloric expenditure and additional vital signs. That data is transmitted to an app so pet owners and veterinarians can review a dog’s condition at any … Read more

Pets, like people, experience pain, but they can’t tell us where it hurts or what’s wrong. They can’t say, “My paws are numb from the cold” or “My stomach suddenly hurts,” so they rely on behavior and body language to communicate discomfort. Pain in animals can arise from many sources, including: External injuries or irritations: … Read more

PetPace delivers continuous, near real-time health insights with a vet-grade, AI-powered collar that collects millions of data points and unique analytics to detect potential health issues early. BusinessWire | A Berkshire Hathaway Company | March 04, 2024 08:00 AM Eastern Standard Time PetPace 2.0 is reshaping pet health monitoring with a veterinarian-grade, AI-driven collar that … Read more

In The Great Dog Biscuit Guide, we reviewed which ingredients to look for — and what to avoid — when choosing treats for your dog. Researching every option takes time and a bit of know-how, so we selected a range of healthy, high-quality treats to help you choose the best option for your pet. Below … Read more

Patient Condition and History To determine whether Dottie’s weight loss resulted from burning more calories than she consumed, she was fitted with a PetPace smart collar to accurately measure activity levels and estimate caloric expenditure. Dottie is a five-year-old, spayed female Boston Terrier weighing 16 lb. She was boarding at VetCare Harris Animal Hospital in … Read more

How to introduce a new puppy to your dog Bringing a new puppy into a home with an existing dog is an exciting moment, but it can also be stressful if you don’t plan for a smooth introduction. Dogs are social, pack-oriented animals, yet each animal needs time to adjust to changes in routine, territory, … Read more

Learn about cancer in dogs: what it is, how it is treated, and how careful monitoring can make a real difference in your pet’s comfort and quality of life. Cancer: It’s the diagnosis every dog owner dreads. Indeed, according to the AVMA, cancer is a common health concern in dogs. Estimates suggest roughly one in … Read more

As a cat owner, you know the wet cat food aisle can be overwhelming. Beyond choosing flavors, texture plays a huge role in whether your cat eagerly eats or turns away. Cats have individual preferences—some favor smooth blends, others prefer bite-sized pieces or shredded meat. Understanding wet cat food textures helps you choose meals that … Read more

Tracking anxiety in dogs is challenging because stress often builds slowly, outward behaviors can look like ordinary “behavior problems,” and most pet owners can’t see what’s happening inside their pet’s body. Veterinarians also lack continuous, objective data about how often anxiety episodes occur and how severe they are. The PetPace V3 anxiety and stress monitoring … Read more

National Black Cat Day falls on October 27. These dedicated observances exist because black cats have long been misunderstood and unfairly stigmatized. This day is an opportunity to celebrate black cats, highlight their many virtues, and encourage adoption and better understanding of these often-overlooked companions. Eight Reasons Black Cats Are The Best Companions: 1. The … Read more