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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?
What Does Pet Insurance 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?
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...
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...
Is Grain Good for Dogs?
Dogs went from being carnivorous to omnivorous as they took the journey of settling in with humans and leaving their wild wolf genes behind. Humans took the same journey as they began settling and developing agriculture. Agriculture may have been the...
Dog Tips
The Cost of Cat Diabetes
Feline Diabetes Treatment: Cost & Management Guide Feline diabetes mellitus, often shortened to diabetes, is a treatable condition affecting many cats. While a diagnosis can be concerning, with proper care and management, diabetic cats can live long...
Cat Tips
How Many Pets Are Insured in Chicago?
Chicago, the Windy City, is not only known for its iconic skyline and vibrant culture but also for being a pet-friendly urban environment. As the number of pet owners grows, many residents are becoming more mindful of the necessity of safeguarding...
Local Insurance Insights
Insurance for Bulldog Cost Overview
Bulldog Average Pet Insurance Premium English Bulldog $74.34† French Bulldog $69.39† American Bulldog $56.69† This article would’ve been much shorter if there was only one kind of Bulldog out there, but there isn’t. There are three different types of...
Dog Insurance Insights
How Much is Dog ACL Surgery?
A dog’s body, much like a human’s body, is rather complex and delicate. Sometimes, dogs could encounter trouble with their ligaments, particularly their CCL. A CCL is the canine equivalent to a human’s ACL, which is a ligament that stabilizes the knee...
Vet Costs
Most Popular Pet Names in the U.S.
Choosing the perfect name for your new companion is a special moment for any pet parent. A name reflects your pet’s personality, your favorite things, or even a cherished memory. While there are countless unique names out there, some have become...
Lifestyle
How to Prevent Bloat in Dogs
Bloat in dogs, also known as gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV), occurs when a dog's stomach fills with gas, food, or fluid, causing it to expand. In some cases, this could be a serious condition because it could put pressure on other organs and lead to...
Dog Tips
Top Long Hair Dog Breeds
Long before hair dryers and detangling sprays, long-haired dogs roamed the earth. From the silky Afghan Hound that once graced the tents of Afghan royalty to the fluffy Old English Sheepdog herding flocks in the English countryside; long hair and dogs...
Breed Tips
Can Cats Eat Peas or Chickpeas?
Do you find yourself wondering whether your cat would enjoy eating peas? The answer isn’t too complex - some cats may enjoy it while others wouldn’t. If you like eating peas, then your cat might also show curiosity and interest and want to eat a pea or...
Cat Tips
