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Dog Tips
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%...
Are Dalmatians Aggressive?
Say the word Dalmatians and the first thing that comes to mind is almost always ‘101 Dalmatians’ (watch the movie if you haven’t already). And for those who have, picture this – Cruella de Vil, the ultimate villain, plotting to turn 99 adorable...
Breed Tips
Is Ice Good for Dogs?
It depends. If it is on top of an 18-year-old Scotch, then yes! We’re kidding. Don’t ever try to feed alcohol to your dog. But ice? Yes, you can sometimes feed some. It is completely safe for your dog, assuming that the water comes from a clean and...
Dog Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Cherry Eye Surgery?
Dogs have three eyelids. The third one contains a tear gland, which, when it pops out, becomes like a red bulging balloon called a ‘cherry eye’. It is very common in certain breeds. Pet insurance plans can help cover the cost of surgery. Let’s...
Coverage
Does Pet Insurance Cover BOAS Surgery?
BOAS or Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome is a breathing condition that affects many of your favorite dog breeds like Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Shih Tzus. Luckily, pet insurance can help cover it if is not a pre-existing condition and it does...
Coverage
Kidney Disease in Cats
Kidney Failure in Cats Kidney damage or dysfunction is common in cats and can happen for various reasons, many of which can be prevented. Causes include medical conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, salt poisoning, too much processed food, and...
Cat Tips
Why Do Cats Drool? Causes, Solutions, & When to See a Vet
If you're a cat owner, you might be surprised to see your feline friend drooling. After all, drooling is more commonly associated with dogs. While a bit of drool is usually nothing to worry about, excessive drooling in cats can sometimes signal an...
Cat Tips
Most Protective Dog Breeds
Did you know that we humans did not domesticate dogs for protection? There’s even a theory that suggests that we domesticated dogs by accident. It says that during the ice age, hunter-gatherers may have shared the surplus meat with wolves, which in...
Breed Tips
Top 10 Fastest Dog Breeds (and How Fast They Can Run)
Some dogs aren’t just playful and loyal—they’re built for speed. If you’ve ever watched a dog bolt across a field like a blur, you know exactly what we mean. Certain breeds were born to run, thanks to their lean bodies, long legs, and natural drive. In...
Breed Tips
How Much Does It Cost to Neuter a Cat? A Complete Cost Guide for Pet Parents
What Does It Cost to Neuter a Cat — and Why It Matters Neutering is the surgical procedure that prevents a male cat from reproducing. It's a routine, low-risk operation that comes with big benefits. Neutering helps reduce unwanted behaviors like...
Vet Costs
