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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?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It?
For many pet parents, pet insurance can be worth the cost because it helps provide financial protection against unexpected veterinary bills. As veterinary care becomes more advanced, treatment costs can increase—and a single emergency or serious...
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...
How Much is Pet Dental Cleaning?
Dental care can be considered an important part of your pet’s health. Part of your pet’s dental care is their routine teeth cleaning - which helps protect your pet from plaque buildup. According to the Lake Cross Veterinary Institute, plaque developing...
Vet Costs
Does Pet Insurance Cover Hip Dysplasia? Coverage Guide for Dogs
Watching your dog struggle to stand up or hesitate before jumping into the car can be heartbreaking. If your veterinarian has mentioned hip dysplasia—or you’re worried about this common condition in your large breed pup—you’re probably wondering what...
Why Pet Insurance?
DIY Pet Treats
DIY Pet Treats Your Furry Companion Will Love Just like humans, pets need a balanced and nutritious diet to help maintain their overall health, support their immune system, and prevent diseases. A balanced diet for pets should include a variety of...
Lifestyle
Your Dog is (Most Likely) Not Dominating You
Ever been told your dog is “dominating you” or that you need to exert dominance over them for them to listen reliably? While it can sound convincing, it's probably not true. It’s Likely a Lack of Clear Expectations Dogs learn by outcomes. The door...
Dog Tips
Your Dog Is Overstimulated (Not Under-Exercised): Why Calm Exposure Should Be a Priority in 2026
Let’s make this the year you stop guilting yourself (or letting others guilt you) into thinking that you’re not exercising your dog enough and that this is the core reason for their “bad behavior.” Let’s break it down Exercise and Behavior Are Not One...
Dog Tips
Your Dog Doesn’t Need More Commands in 2026. They Need More Clarity.
If you’re entering the new year with a dog that is exhibiting behaviors that you’ve exhausted every effort to solve but can’t seem to affect lasting change, it could be because the fix doesn’t come from more commands. It comes from setting clear...
Dog Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover the Cost of Medications?
Yes, pet insurance¹ can help cover prescription medications when prescribed by a licensed veterinarian to treat a covered condition. With nearly 75% of pet owners reporting some level of burden from prescription medication costs² and veterinary...
Why Pet Insurance?
What Does Cat Insurance Help Cover?
What Does Cat Insurance Cover? Cat insurance helps cover unexpected veterinary costs, typically reimbursing 70%, 80%, or 90% of eligible expenses after your deductible. Spot Pet Insurance plans offer two main plan types for cats: accident-only coverage...
Cat Insurance Insights
Does Pet Insurance Pay the Vet Bill Directly?
No, most pet insurance do not pay the veterinarian directly. Pet insurance typically operates on a reimbursement model: you pay the vet bill upfront, submit a claim, and receive reimbursement for eligible expenses. According to NAPHIA’s 2025 State of...
Why Pet Insurance?
