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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%...
Can Cats Eat Mushrooms?
Mushrooms and magic mushrooms have been in the limelight for a while now. They are not only used for their ‘magical’ properties but are a key ingredient in thousands of recipes across the globe. This proves that we humans enjoy mushrooms; their taste...
Cat Tips
Will Dogs Eat Cayenne Pepper?
If there is one thing that spicy food enjoyers like to put on their food, it is cayenne pepper. Cayenne pepper is a popular spice because of the kick that it gives food, but is this spice safe for dogs? Spot Pet Insurance is here to answer any...
Dog Tips
Do French Bulldogs Shed?
When the bull-baiting experts, English Bulldogs, crossed the borders and reached France, the breeders there thought of making a compact and a little more charming version of them. And just before they were about to announce the birth of a new breed,...
Dog Tips
How Much Does a Cocker Spaniel Cost in 2025?
Cocker Spaniel Characteristics Life expectancy: 11 – 14 years Adult weight: 25 – 30 lbs. Adult height: 13 – 16 in. Origin – United States Cocker Spaniels can be of two types; American and English. Despite some clear distinct features, both are...
Breed Tips
Conjunctivitis in Dogs: Understanding and Treating Pink Eye in Your Canine Companion
Conjunctivitis, commonly referred to as pink eye, is a prevalent eye condition in dogs, causing inflammation of the conjunctiva – the thin, clear membrane covering the white part of the eye and lining the eyelids. This condition can bring discomfort...
Health
How Much is the Average Vet Bill in Miami?
When it comes to general vet visits in Miami, the cost largely depends on the specific services provided during the visit. Routine check-ups, which include physical exams, vaccinations, and diagnostic tests, tend to be more affordable than emergency...
Local Insurance Insights
Can Cats Eat Herbs? What Herbs Can Cats Eat?
What Herbs Can Cats Eat? Many plants have active therapeutic characteristics that can be healthy for cats, some even proven to aid with issues ranging from stress reduction and digestion to immune system function and inflammation. Herbs in particular...
Cat Tips
Top Russian Dog Breeds
Think of Russia and pictures of vast landscapes, from the icy Siberian wilderness to the beautiful architecture of cities like Moscow and St. Petersburg (and of course the Vodka) pop up. And when you think of Russia and dogs, the majestic Siberian...
Dog Tips
Periodontal Disease in Cats – Cat Gum Disease Guide
Dentists always recommend that we should chew our food properly, brush our teeth twice a day, and take good care of our gums. All this is not just so that you can bite on hard foods and eat without any discomfort, but there are several medical...
Cat Tips
