As cats enter their senior years, it is not uncommon for them to develop thyroid-related disorders, particularly hyperthyroidism. This condition, which is caused by an overactive thyroid gland, is one of the most frequently diagnosed endocrine disorders in aging felines. On the other hand, hypothyroidism, or an underactive thyroid, is …
We’ve written a few articles to explain our Pet Diabetes Tracker that is in addition to our overview article Pet Diabetes Tracker: Your Digital Companion for Feline Diabetes Management. We’re going to explain each section of the Pet Diabetes Tracker page for more detailed understanding. We started with Pet Diabetes …
We’ve written a few articles to explain our Pet Diabetes Tracker that is in addition to our overview article Pet Diabetes Tracker: Your Digital Companion for Pet Diabetes Management. We’re going to explain each section of the pet diabetes tracker page for more detailed understanding. We’re starting with the actual …
Managing feline diabetes requires careful monitoring and consistent record-keeping. The Pet Diabetes Tracker is a comprehensive digital tool designed specifically for pet owners dealing with feline diabetes. Born from our personal experience with our diabetic pets, Zippy and Bentley, this tracker helps you maintain detailed records of your pet’s glucose …
Moving forward here at BellenPaws.com is something we chose to do in 2025. It feels somewhat weird moving on with the website when both Belle has crossed the rainbow bridge and Paws has also crossed over. We miss them so much it brings tears just thinking about the two of …
If you’ve got a diabetic cat or dog, you know how overwhelming it can feel managing daily glucose readings. Jotting numbers on scraps of paper? Trying to make sense of spikes and drops? Yeah, been there. That’s why we created the Pet Diabetes Tracker—a clean, interactive tool designed specifically for …
Having to rehome your cat can be a very depressing experience. Making the decision to rehome a beloved pet is one of the most difficult choices a pet owner can face. Whether it’s due to a long-distance move, medical issues, financial hardship, or other life changes, the emotional weight of …
Ever wonder how old your cat is in human years? Like… is Mittens just vibin’ in her 30s, or is she ready for a feline retirement plan?
You’ve probably heard the old myth—“1 dog year equals 7 human years.” But let’s be real… it’s not that simple. That’s why we built the Dog Age Calculator, a smarter way to understand your pup’s true age in human terms. Whether you’ve got a sprightly puppy or a wise old …
Cats have long been associated with the mythical ability to survive nine lives, but the reality of feline longevity is both fascinating and complex.
It’s with a extremely heavy heart that I make this post. After spending eight years of his life with us, Paws has passed away August 17th, 2023. His last few months with us were difficult for both him and us. He was struggling with several issues but he always showed …
We’ve come up with this comprehensive Feline Diabetes guide to help others manage their cat’s feline diabetes. We are not experts or veterinarians. We have had two cats that have been diagnosed with Feline Diabetes. Zipper (Zippy) was diagnosed with Feline Diabetes and after about a year of managing his …
With an extremely heavy heart, we must share that Belle crossed the rainbow bridge on May 28, 2024, joining her brother Paws. We were blessed with Belle’s companionship for over eight years after her rescue, and she lived to the remarkable age of almost 21. She was an exceptionally loving …
A Surprise Addition to the Family In September of 2022, Bentley entered our lives in an unexpected way. At the time, we weren’t planning on adding a new cat to our family, but fate had other plans. Bentley’s journey to us was complicated, filled with multiple homes and a lengthy …
Back in action seemed appropriate as time can fly when your caring for feline seniors. It’s been a while since We’ve posted anything new on this blog, but we’ve been busy taking care of the seniors in our lives. As you may know, senior cats can be a handful, and …
