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Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim With Spot To submit a pet insurance claim with Spot, log into the Member Center, select your pet, upload your itemized invoice, and submit. Standard claims are processed in 5-7 business days, while preventive care...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Are the Biggest Benefits of Pet Insurance?
Pets are beloved members of our families. They bring joy and companionship, and we want to provide them with the best possible care. However, accidents and illnesses can happen unexpectedly, and veterinary care can be expensive. That's where pet...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Pet Insurance Cover?
Pet insurance is an increasingly popular way for pet parents to help protect their furry companions' health and well-being. Like health insurance for humans, pet insurance can help cover the eligible costs of unexpected medical expenses, giving pet...
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?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Learn More About Protecting Your Pet
Pet insurance is a topic that sparks much debate among pet owners. Some see it as an unnecessary expense, while others swear by it. With the cost of veterinary care increasing, more pet owners are considering whether or not pet insurance is worthwhile....
Dog Tips
Dog Tips
Ultimate Guide to Traveling With Your Dog: Tips for a Smooth Trip
Many people assume that traveling with dogs is incredibly difficult - if not downright impossible - but don’t want to leave their pooch home alone. However, traveling with your pets can be an extremely rewarding and fun experience for everyone. You...
Planning Seasonal Travel? Tips for Pet Care While on Holiday
How To Care For Your Pets While You’re Away This Holiday Season It’s that time of year again — the holidays! Between travel plans, family gatherings, and packed schedules, it’s easy to get swept up in the season. But while you’re preparing for...
Lifestyle
Save More on Coverage for 2+ Pets: The Spot Multi-Pet Advantage
If your household includes more than one pet, you already know how much love — and how many vet bills — can come with it. Spot Pet Insurance helps make it easier to protect every pet in your family while saving money through the Spot Multi-Pet...
Pet Insurance Costs
Dogs Not Getting Along? A Holiday Training Guide
Anxiety tends to increase around the holidays, but for dog parents, this is especially true. Perhaps you’ve caught yourself muttering the below to yourself on your way to a family gathering: “What if my dog doesn’t get along with my Aunt’s dog?” “What...
Dog Tips
Dog Mites: Types, Symptoms, and Treatment Tips Every Pet Parent Should Know
Itching, scratching, and irritated skin can make life miserable for your dog—and one of the most common culprits is mites. These microscopic parasites can live on or under a dog’s skin, leading to mange, ear irritation, or even “walking dandruff”....
Health
Freedom to Choose Any Vet: Why Spot Helps Gives Pet Parents Flexibility
When your pet needs care, you shouldn't have to worry about whether your vet is "in-network." With Spot Pet Insurance, pet parents have the freedom to choose any licensed vet in the U.S. or Canada. That means you can stick with your trusted local...
Why Pet Insurance?
Coverage That Fits Every Breed: How Spot Pet Insurance Helps Keep Dogs and Cats Healthy
Every pet is different — from playful pups and gentle seniors to curious cats and cuddly kittens. Each one deserves care that fits their needs. That’s why Spot Pet Insurance offers coverage that fits every breed, giving pet parents the freedom to help...
Coverage
Bully Breeds: Myths, Facts, and the Truth About These Loyal Dogs
Bully breeds often get an unfair reputation. For decades, these strong, athletic dogs have been labeled as “dangerous,” even though most are gentle, affectionate, and deeply loyal to their families. This guide breaks down what bully breeds really are,...
Breed Tips
What Is Mange in Dogs?
Mange is a skin condition caused by microscopic mites that burrow into or live on a dog’s skin. These mites can cause itching, irritation, hair loss, and scabs. While some mites naturally exist on dogs in small numbers, an overgrowth—often due to...
Dog Tips
Keeping a Guide Dog Healthy: Essential Care and Preventive Tips
At Guiding Eyes, maintaining the health and well-being of our world-class canines is our primary concern from the day our litters are born – for it is the health of the dog that ensures the safety of the graduate they will one day guide. For all dogs,...
Lifestyle
