Elizabeth Kowalski holds a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Illinois and an associate’s degree in veterinary technology from Purdue University. After more than 10 years working as a certified veterinary technician, she chose to pursue veterinary writing, combining years of practical knowledge with a talent and passion for the written word. Elizabeth enjoys creating content for pet owners and veterinary professionals alike, and spends her free time playing sand volleyball and lounging at home with her pitbull, Piglet, and husband, Brenton.
How Does Pet Insurance Work? A Complete Guide
What exactly is pet insurance, and how does it work? Pet health insurance policiesare designed to help protect you from unexpected, large, or ongoing veterinary expenses resulting from your pet’s accidents and illnesses. Many different plan types and...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Should I Get Pet Insurance for My Senior Pet?
Since 2019, the number of insured pets in the U.S. has increased from less than 3 million to more than 5 million. More pet owners are feeling the sting of rising veterinary care costs and want to ensure they have adequate funds when their pet is sick...
Why Pet Insurance?
Pre-Existing Conditions & Pet Insurance: What You Should Know
Pet insurance companies consider a pre-existing condition any disease or symptom noted in your pet’s medical records before their insurance plan enrollment. Although some providers, including Spot Pet Insurance, distinguish between curable and...
Why Pet Insurance?
Do All Vets Take Pet Insurance? What Pet Parents Need to Know
Although the concept of pet insurance is similar to human health insurance, prospective policyholders should be aware of a few key differences, including the use of networks. Spot Pet Insurance and most other pet health insurance providers don’t...
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Pet Insurance NOT Cover? A Guide to Common Exclusions
Pet health insurance helps pet parents pay for costly veterinary care, but like most insurance products, it’s not a blanket solution. Comprehensive pet policies, like Spot Pet Insurance plans, generally cover diagnostics and treatments related to...
Why Pet Insurance?
Does Pet Insurance Cover Hospitalization?
With rising veterinary costs and the unpredictability of pet health, many owners are discovering the advantages of having pet insurance for emergency hospitalization. Considering how quickly the fees for advanced veterinary testing and care can add up,...
Why Pet Insurance?
