With 10 years of experience as a pet parent, I aim to empower pet owners with insights into pet insurance and maintaining their pet's well-being. I aspire to be a trusted source, combining knowledge with a commitment to the welfare of our beloved pets.
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) in Dogs: Understanding this Life-Threatening Condition
Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), commonly known as bloat, is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects dogs. It occurs when the stomach fills with gas and fluid, causing it to distend (dilatation). In many cases, the distended stomach...
Health
Can Dogs Eat Black Eyed Beans?
Finding the right balance for your dog’s diet is crucial. There are all sorts of questions, most revolving around the question, “can my dog have this?” Asking that question before making dietary changes is crucial, which leads us to black-eyed beans....
Dog Tips
How Much is Heartworm Treatment?
Heartworms are a common parasitic worm transmitted by mosquitos. When a dog is bitten by an infected mosquito, the parasites are deposited into their bloodstream and start to reproduce4. Heartworm disease is a serious condition that can be fatal to...
Vet Costs
20 Most Important Care Tips for Your Cat
Your cat is one of the most special relationships you have. You can’t wait to get home at the end of the day to cuddle up next to them on the couch and have them purr on you while you give them endless pets. You depend on your cat for comfort and...
Cat Tips
Fun Facts About Dogs
Did you know that a dog can see the spirits of their deceased loved ones and the reason that they bark more at night is because spirits are usually active at night? Okay, this is not true. But dogs do come with a lot of other superpowers. And if you...
Dog Tips
5 Best Ways To Celebrate Your Dog’s Birthday – Happy Birthday Dog!
Dogs bring unconditional love, unwavering loyalty, and endless joy to our lives. They deserve to be celebrated on any day, but especially on their birthdays! After all, dedicating a day to shower them with extra affection and fun activities is a great...
Lifestyle
How Much Does a Vet Checkup Cost?
A recent survey indicated that on average pet parents spend about $800-$1500 a year on their pets. 1Out of the total, about $300-$350 is spent on food and treats, $50-$80 on toys and another $80-100 on clothes.2 Medical needs topped the list with...
Why Pet Insurance?
How Does Pet Insurance Reimbursement Work?
Understanding how pet insurance companies calculate reimbursements can help you be more knowledgeable about your pet’s insurance coverage. Managing routine or unexpected vet visits can be easier with pet insurance. In this article, we’ll break down...
How Pet Insurance Works
8 Illness Claims with the Largest Changes in Pet Insurance Claim Costs (2023-2025)
Why Do Claim Costs Increase? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of veterinary services rose 7.6% between May of 2023 and May of 2025 (“Table 2. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U): U. S. City Average, by...
Pet Insurance Costs
Rabies Vaccine Cost for Dogs
For most pet parents living in the United States, the rabies vaccine is a required cost incurred when a new dog is brought home; but the protection this shot provides to your pet and for public health can’t be overstated1. While the cost of the rabies...
Vet Costs
Insurance for Bulldog Cost Overview
Bulldog Average Pet Insurance Premium English Bulldog $74.34† French Bulldog $69.39† American Bulldog $56.69† This article would’ve been much shorter if there was only one kind of Bulldog out there, but there isn’t. There are three different types of...
Dog Insurance Insights
Can Dogs Eat Pickles? Are Pickles Safe for Dogs?
Dogs are curious creatures and often want to sample whatever their humans are eating. But when it comes to pickles, it's best to be cautious. Can dogs eat pickles? While pickles aren't necessarily toxic, they aren't the healthiest treat option for our...
Dog Tips
