With 15 years as a dog and cat parent, my pet articles are a mix of humor and firsthand experience - proof that the best stories often come with paws and purrs.
Why and How to Get Your Pet Microchipped
Microchipping is one of the most effective things you can do to help protect a lost pet. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association¹, microchipped dogs are returned home at more than double the rate of dogs without chips. The procedure...
Pet Safety
Puppy Fear Periods: Why Your Pup's Suddenly Scared (and How to Help)
Puppies go through two primary fear periods — one around 8–11 weeks and another between 6–14 months — when their developing brains become temporarily more sensitive to unfamiliar or unexpected stimuli. These phases are a normal part of development, not...
Puppy Tips
Pet Insurance Myths: Debunking 5 Common Misconceptions
Pet insurance isn’t just for emergencies, and it doesn’t have to drain your wallet. Despite covering 7.03 million pets in North America as of 2024, according to NAPHIA’s State of the Industry Report¹, only a small fraction of pets are insured — often...
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Tax Deductible?
Pet insurance is generally not tax deductible for household pets. The IRS classifies pet insurance premiums as personal expenses, similar to food, grooming, or routine veterinary care. However, pet parents with certified service animals or...
Why Pet Insurance?
5 Things You Need to Know About Your New Puppy
5 Things You Need to Know About Your New Puppy 1. It’s never too early to start training A puppy’s primary socialization period is before they are 16 weeks old, and this is also when they are most sponge-like, eager, and willing to listen and learn....
Puppy Tips
Separation Anxiety in Dogs - A Complete Guide
No one likes it when their loved ones leave them. For dogs, sometimes it can be even if it is for just a few hours. You would have seen your dog starting to behave differently when you started wearing your shoes and getting ready to leave for the...
Dog Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Dental Care? What's Included and What's Not
Pet insurance typically helps cover dental injuries from accidents and treatment for dental disease, but routine cleanings and preventive dental care require a separate wellness add-on. According to the AVMA¹, periodontal disease is "the most common...
Why Pet Insurance?
How to Calm an Anxious Dog
Just like us humans, dogs also face anxiety issues because of multiple reasons. As responsible and loving pet parents, we need to know how to identify if the dog is feeling anxious, how to calm him/her down, and how to prevent it from happening again. ...
Dog Tips
How Annual Limits Work—and Why They Matter for Your Pet
An annual limit is the maximum amount your pet insurance policy will reimburse within a 12-month period after your deductible is met. According to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA)¹, the average annual premium for dogs...
Why Pet Insurance?
Bringing Pet Care to Work: How Spot Supports Teams with Employer Pet Insurance
Today’s workforce is looking for meaningful benefits that support their everyday lives—not just surface-level perks. As more people consider their pets part of their family, the need for pet-friendly employee benefits has grown. Offering employer pet...
Dog Tips
How Much Does a French Bulldog Cost in 2025?
First, for the readers looking for a ballpark figure, the average cost of purchasing a French Bulldog from a breeder could be around $2500-$4000.1 Now for those of you interested to learn more about this beautiful breed, the monthly costs, and the...
Breed Tips
Can Dogs Eat Garlic? No, Garlic Is Toxic to Dogs…
Garlic is a staple in many cuisines and cultures. It’s one of our favorite ways to season foods, and it’s no surprise why. Garlic tastes delicious, and the aroma of garlic may be even better. There are also numerous health benefits for humans when...
Dog Tips
