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Dog Tips
Dog Tips
Dog Adoption Checklist: How to Prepare to Adopt a Shelter Dog
To get ready to adopt a dog, choose the kind of dog that fits your life, find a shelter or rescue, stock up on supplies, dog-proof your home, and plan for your new dog's first vet visit. October is a great time to start. It's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month,...
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...
Coverage
Coverage
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%...
Does Pet Insurance Cover Diabetes? Coverage, Costs & What to Know
Spot Pet Insurance helps cover diabetes treatment in dogs and cats when pets are enrolled before symptoms appear.¹ After a 14-day waiting period for illness coverage, policies help cover insulin therapy, diagnostic testing, veterinary visits,...
Why Pet Insurance?
Cruciate Ligament Injury in Dogs: Understanding Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
A cruciate ligament injury, often referred to as an ACL tear, is a common and debilitating condition that affects many dogs, particularly larger breeds and those with a predisposition to joint problems. This injury can significantly impact a dog's...
Health
Why Is My Cat Sneezing? 101 of Cat Sneezing
Bless you! Gesundheit! Salud! Did your cat just sneeze again? It’s usually nothing to worry about. Just like you, cats sneeze to clear their airways a few times each day. However, if your cats are sneezing too often, it could indicate an underlying...
Cat Tips
How Much is Dog Insurance?
Dog insurance can be a great tool to help pet parents get cash back on the cost of unexpected vet bills. The average monthly premium for a dog insurance policy is $49.96* (How Much is Pet Insurance in 2025?). To learn more about what affects the cost...
Dog Insurance Insights
Everything You Need to Know About White Dog Breeds
From the majestic Samoyed, whose smile could melt the iciest heart, to the elegant Maltese, who’s been trotting around royal courts since Cleopatra’s time, white dogs have given snowflakes a run for their money. And if there were a competition for the...
Breed Tips
Sealyham Terrier: What Pet Parents Should Know Before Bringing One Home
Characteristics of the Sealyham Terrier The Sealyham Terrier is a small but solid dog, weighing between 23 and 24 pounds and standing about 10.5 inches tall. These dogs have a life expectancy of 12 to 14 years2. Their double-layered, weather-resistant...
Puppy Tips
Top 5 Police Dog Breeds
Hunting, herding, guarding, companionship, protection and numerous other things are all the areas where dogs have helped humans for thousands of years. And it keeps going. The usefulness of dogs has made them go from royal palaces to monasteries to...
Breed Tips
How to Respond to Dog Training Critiques
Oftentimes, it’s not about what we say when we receive unsolicited feedback about our dog’s training—it’s about how we carry ourselves. Staying composed and focused on education, rather than matching the energy of the other person, speaks volumes....
Dog Tips
Why Dog-Friendly Offices are the Future of Work
In recent years, the concept of dog-friendly offices has gained significant momentum. In fact, many companies are now embracing this trend and allowing their employees to bring their furry friends to work. Some companies even have dedicated pet areas...
Lifestyle
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