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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...
Can Dogs Eat Mackerel?
Mackerel is a common term given to all the pelagic fish, basically the ones who hang in the middle of the ocean avoiding the deep and the shores. They usually have deeply forked tails and a tiger like skin with stripes on their backs. It is fatty and...
Dog Tips
Can Cats Eat Bread?
It would be difficult to imagine the world without 2 things – mobile phones, and bread. People around the world thrive on bread, from enjoying a sandwich to having a party pizza. And why shouldn’t we? Is there anything more satisfying than a perfectly...
Cat Tips
Why Is My Cat Crying?
If you have a cat, you’ve likely experienced moments where they begin meowing or yowling loudly for what seems like no reason at all. When these times happen, it can be confusing as you try to figure out what your cat is attempting to tell you. The...
Cat Tips
What to Do If Your Dog Drinks Alcohol: Signs, Symptoms & Treatment
As pet owners, we want to protect our pets from any substance that can harm them. However, accidents happen, and sometimes our curious companions may ingest something they shouldn't, like alcohol. Spot Pet Insurance is here to guide you through what to...
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Pinto Beans?
Finding the right balance in the diet is key for your dog’s long-term health. The good news is that there is no shortage of food options you can implement into their diet to achieve just that. Beans are a popular choice, but can dogs eat pinto beans?...
Dog Tips
Can Cats Eat Nectarines?
Cats are quite notorious for their unpredictable food choices. And this can often have you puzzled about what is safe to feed your cats. While many fruits and veggies are safe for cats, can they enjoy exotic fruits? Can cats eat nectarines? Let’s find...
Cat Tips
Cat Age Chart: Understanding Your Feline's Life Stages
Cats age differently than humans, and understanding their life stages helps ensure we provide optimal care as they journey from playful kittens to wise seniors. A cat age chart offers a useful tool for translating cat years into approximate human...
Cat Tips
Are Shock Collars Bad for Dogs?
Imagine if you got a small shock every time you reached for a cookie. Not only would your snacking habits change dramatically, but you'd probably develop a serious distrust of kitchen appliances. (the only way you’ll stay away from those carbs and...
Dog Tips
Why Do House Cats Sleep So Much?
You would have seen your cat chasing a toy mouse with the speed of a tiny cheetah, and then in the next minute, snoozing in a sunbeam like a furry little loaf of bread. It’s like cats have perfected the art of napping. There’s a reason it’s called a...
Cat Tips
