Mostly a tech person, always a pet person. I am dedicated to improving the lives of pets and their humans with technology. Off-duty, I enjoy writing about the misbehaving of computer programs and my two Aussiedoodles, Calvin and Hobbes.
Why Is My Dog's Fur Changing Colors? A Guide for Curious Pet Parents
Our dogs amaze us with their variety – coats are black as night, gold like sunshine, or everything in between! But did you know those colors can shift over time? If your pup is suddenly looking different, you're not imagining things. Several factors,...
Dog Tips
Why Is My Cat Panting?
Dogs pant — you probably see that every other day. However, seeing cats pant isn’t very common. Do cats pant for the same reasons that dogs do? Do you have a reason to worry about your cat’s health? Find out below as Spot Pet Insurance shares all the...
Cat Tips
DIY Pet Treats
DIY Pet Treats Your Furry Companion Will Love Just like humans, pets need a balanced and nutritious diet to help maintain their overall health, support their immune system, and prevent diseases. A balanced diet for pets should include a variety of...
Lifestyle
Can Dogs Eat Mushrooms? A Complete Guide to Safe and Toxic Varieties
While we might enjoy adding mushrooms to our favorite dishes, it's essential to be cautious when it comes to our canine companions. Can dogs eat mushrooms? The answer is: it depends. Understanding which mushrooms are safe and which are toxic is crucial...
Dog Tips
How to Tell if a Cat is Pregnant
Have you recently noticed a change in your female cat, and you’re wondering if she’s pregnant? Sometimes it can be hard to tell if your cat is expecting a litter of kittens until much later in her pregnancy. However, there are some ways to be able to...
Cat Tips
Top 5 Fluffy Dog Breeds
Who doesn’t like a huge hairy-fluffy cuddly-cuddly baby in the form of a dog? Well even the not-so dog lovers will fail here to control them and rush to hug and cuddle with them. Now there isn’t one but a lot of dog breeds which are exactly how I...
Breed Tips
How Does Breed Impact the Cost and Coverage of a Pet Insurance Policy?
Fun fact – There are 71 official cat breeds that The International Cat Association (TICA) recognizes. However, there are some breeds out there that are not recognized by TICA so the actual number of breeds in existence may higher. On the other hand,...
Why Pet Insurance?
Everything about Dog Congestion
The word congestion means overcrowding or clogging. In the context of dogs, congestion refers to the dog’s nasal part of the respiratory system getting overloaded with naturally produced mucus. We humans call it sinusitis. Mucus is actually good for...
Dog Tips
How Much Does an American Eskimo Cost in 2025?
The American Eskimo dog or “Eskie” may cost an average of $600 to $800, but for a puppy with a champion bloodline, you can expect to pay between $1,000 to $2,000.1 Keep reading to learn more about this beautiful breed, their monthly costs, and the...
Breed Tips
Loss of Appetite in Dogs
There are a lot of days when we, humans, don’t feel like eating. Probably because we feel sick, or our lovers have been hurting us or just because no mood. And this leads to a loss of appetite if the feeling is prolonged as our stomachs get used to it....
Dog Tips
Can Cats Eat Carrots?
Cats can absolutely eat carrots. In fact, they are among the few human foods that are actually good for them. But before going ahead and placing a big bowl full of carrots in front of your cat it’s important to understand the right portion to give your...
Cat Tips
How Much Does an Australian Terrier Cost in 2025?
The average cost to purchase an Australian Terrier is between $1,000 - $1,800.1 Now if you’re interested to learn more about this beautiful breed, the monthly costs, and the overall lifetime costs, stick around! Characteristics of an Australian Terrier...
Breed Tips
