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Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
For most pet parents, pet insurance is worth it when the cost of an unexpected illness or injury would be difficult to absorb out of pocket. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)², dog parents spend an average of $598 per...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Can Pet Insurance Help Cover?
Pet insurance can help reimburse pet parents for eligible veterinary expenses, including diagnostic tests like blood work, X-rays, and ultrasounds. With blood work costing $100 to $200 for a routine CBC and chemistry panel², and more specialized tests...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
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...
Pet Safety
Pet Safety
Pet First Aid Kit – Everything You Need To Keep In Your Pet First Aid Kit
You never know when an accident may happen, and when it does you want to be prepared! Having a first-aid kit for not only yourself but also your pet will help you tend to any injuries you may get going about your day. These kits are great to keep in...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Are the Biggest Benefits of Pet Insurance?
Your pet is part of your family — and when an unexpected accident or illness happens, you want to be able to get them the care they need. Pet insurance can help reimburse pet parents for eligible veterinary expenses, with reimbursement rates up to 90%...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Pet Insurance as an Employee Benefit: What You Need to Know Key Takeaways
Pet insurance as an employee benefit provides discounted coverage through your workplace, helping cover unexpected veterinary costsEmployees at companies o<ering pet insurance report 84% higher job satisfaction than those without this benefit3Spot Pet...
15 Dog-Friendly Companies Where You and Your Dog Will Love to Work
Some companies don't just allow dogs — they build their culture around them. Amazon has more than 10,000 registered dogs across 100+ offices¹. Google built an actual dog park on their Mountain View campus². Ben & Jerry's has welcomed "K9-5ers" since...
Dog Insurance Insights
Pet Dental Care: Insurance Coverage and Oral Health Guide
Standard pet insurance plans don't cover routine dental cleanings — but dental care is one of the most important (and most commonly neglected) parts of keeping a pet healthy long-term. Knowing what insurance covers, what professional cleanings cost,...
Coverage
Bordetella Vaccine for Dogs: Formulations, Schedule, and Side Effects
Bordetella bronchiseptica is one of the most common causes of kennel cough — a highly contagious respiratory infection that spreads quickly in any setting where dogs gather. The Bordetella vaccine is a non-core vaccine, meaning it's recommended based...
Health
Feline Leukemia Vaccine: Schedule, Which Cats Need It, and What to Know
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is the leading infectious cause of cancer in cats. It damages the immune system progressively, leaving cats vulnerable to serious secondary infections and cancers that are difficult to treat. The feline leukemia vaccine is...
Health
FVRCP Vaccine: Schedule, What It Covers, and What Pet Parents Should Know
The FVRCP vaccine is the most important routine vaccine your cat will receive. It is classified as a core vaccine — meaning it is recommended for every cat, regardless of lifestyle — because it protects against three diseases that are highly...
Health
Extensive Guide to Pet Ownership Costs: What to Expect in 2026
Owning a pet costs more than most people budget for initially — and those costs grow over time. Dogs and cats require consistent spending on food, vet care, dental health, and preventive medications, plus real financial exposure from unexpected illness...
Lifestyle
Canine Influenza Vaccine: Does Your Dog Need the Dog Flu Shot?
Canine influenza — commonly called dog flu — is a highly contagious respiratory illness that affects a large proportion of exposed dogs. Unlike human flu, it doesn’t have a seasonal peak and can spread year-round wherever dogs congregate. The American...
Health
What Can Cats Eat? Safe Foods, Toxic Foods, and Everything In Between
Cats are obligate carnivores — their bodies are designed to get nutrition from animal protein, not fruits, vegetables, or grains. That doesn’t stop them from sniffing around your plate, though. Some human foods are perfectly safe in small amounts....
Cat Tips
What Can Dogs Eat? Safe Foods, Toxic Foods, and Everything In Between
Dogs are omnivores — their digestive systems can handle a much wider range of foods than cats can, including fruits, vegetables, proteins, and grains. That flexibility is real, but it has limits. Some common human foods are perfectly safe to share in...
Dog Tips
