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Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Pet Insurance Cover?
Most standard pet insurance plans cover unexpected accidents and illnesses — including diagnostic tests, surgery, hospitalization, and prescription medications — for conditions that develop after your policy’s waiting period ends. What they generally...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
Should I Get Pet Insurance? You should get pet insurance if a large, unexpected vet bill would be hard for you to cover out of pocket — that's the core question behind whether coverage makes sense for your pet. According to the AVMA², dog owners spend...
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...
Scottish Fold Pet Insurance Cost: What Affects Your Premium
Scottish Fold pet insurance costs start from the same baseline as any cat's, but the breed's well-documented cartilage and kidney risks often push it higher. The national average monthly premium for cat accident-and-illness coverage is $23, according...
Pet Insurance Costs
Burmese Cat Pet Insurance Cost: What Affects Your Premium
Burmese cat pet insurance costs start from the same feline baseline as any breed, but well-documented diabetes and hypokalemia risks often push it higher. The national average monthly premium for cat accident-and-illness coverage is $23, according to...
Pet Insurance Costs
Dog and Cat Names by Theme: The Ultimate Pet Naming Guide
Looking for dog and cat names by theme? You'll find them below, organized into two easy-to-browse guides: 15 dog name themes and 11 cat name themes, each linking to a full list of name ideas. Whether you want something military-tough,...
Cat Tips
Pet Cost by Breed: Purchase Price and Lifetime Cost for Dogs and Cats
Pet cost by breed varies dramatically before you even bring your new companion home. Breeder prices for the dog and cat breeds in this guide run from about $500 to $6,000, and lifetime cost estimates for most of them fall between $10,000 and $40,000...
Dog Tips
Shetland Sheepdog Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Shetland Sheepdog pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for small-to-medium dogs. The national average monthly premium for dog accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹, per Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). For Shelties, insurers...
Pet Insurance Costs
Miniature American Shepherd Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Miniature American Shepherd pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for small-to-medium dogs. The national average monthly premium for dog accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹, per Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). Because this...
Pet Insurance Costs
English Springer Spaniel Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
English Springer Spaniel pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for dogs, though one hereditary condition is genuinely specific to the breed. The national average monthly premium for dog accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹,...
Pet Insurance Costs
Border Collie Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Border Collie pet insurance costs generally track close to the national average for dogs. The national average monthly premium for accident-and-illness coverage is $43¹, according to Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). For Border Collies, insurers weigh a...
Pet Insurance Costs
Havanese Pet Insurance Cost: What Drives Your Premium
Havanese pet insurance typically costs close to the national dog average — currently $43 per month¹ for accident-and-illness coverage, according to Insurify¹ (updated May 2026). Your actual rate depends on age, location, and plan choice, but insurers...
Pet Insurance Costs
