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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%...
Why Pets Go Missing on 4th of July—and How to Keep Them Safe
The 4th of July is a time for celebration, but for pets, it’s one of the most stressful and dangerous days of the year. Fireworks, crowded gatherings, and unfamiliar noise can send even the calmest cats or dogs into panic mode. And the numbers don’t...
Pet Safety
Pet Insurance vs. Pet Savings Account: Which Is Better?
When it comes to planning for your pet's veterinary costs, two approaches come up most often: pet insurance and a dedicated pet savings account. Both can help — but they work differently and protect against different scenarios. According to a 2025...
Why Pet Insurance?
3 Things To Do If Your Dog Is Scared Of Fireworks
Why Dogs Are Scared of Fireworks Fireworks trigger a fight-or-flight response in many dogs. Studies show over 52 % of dogs are fearful of fireworks1. The loud booms, bright flashes, and unpredictability can provoke intense anxiety, leading to shaking,...
Dog Tips
Allergy Testing for Dogs: Types, What to Expect, and When It’s Worth It
If your dog is constantly scratching, shaking their head, or developing recurring ear or skin infections, allergies may be the cause. Allergy testing for dogs helps identify the specific triggers behind these symptoms — whether environmental allergens,...
Health
Fecal Test for Dogs and Cats: What It Checks, Why It Matters, and When to Get One
A fecal test — also called a fecal exam or stool test — screens your dog or cat for intestinal parasites that aren’t visible to the naked eye. Most infected pets show no symptoms at all, which is exactly why routine testing matters. According to the...
Health
Blood Test for Dogs: What It Checks, What It Costs, and When You Need One
A blood test for your dog gives your veterinarian a detailed snapshot of your pet’s internal health — often catching problems before any visible symptoms appear. Routine bloodwork is one of the most reliable tools in preventive veterinary care. It...
Health
Does Pet Insurance Cover Teeth Extraction?
Pet insurance can cover tooth extractions when the cause is a covered illness or injury — such as periodontal disease, a tooth abscess, or trauma. Standard accident and illness plans help reimburse eligible dental treatment, including extractions,...
Coverage
French Bulldog Health Issues: 4 Conditions Pet Insurance Can Help Cover
French Bulldogs are one of America’s most popular breeds, but their distinctive anatomy comes with real health tradeoffs. Four conditions affect this breed at elevated rates: brachycephalic airway syndrome, intervertebral disc disease, ear infections,...
Breed Tips
Why and How to Get Your Pet Microchipped
Microchipping is one of the most effective things you can do to help protect a lost pet. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association¹, microchipped dogs are returned home at more than double the rate of dogs without chips. The procedure...
Pet Safety
