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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...
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 Get Cavities? Signs, Prevention, and What to Expect at the Vet
Quick Glance Do dogs get cavities? Yes — though less commonly than humans. Periodontal disease is more prevalent.1 How common? Cavities affect roughly 5% of dogs; over 80% of dogs show signs of periodontal disease by age 3.1 Key symptoms Brown/black...
Dog Tips
Teddy Bear Dogs: What They Are, Popular Breeds, and What to Expect
Quick Glance What they are Small dogs with soft, rounded features resembling stuffed animals — not one specific breed. Most popular types Shichon (Bichon Frise x Shih Tzu), Poochon (Poodle x Bichon), Maltipoo (Maltese x Poodle), Schnoodle (Schnauzer x...
Breed Tips
Ticks on Dogs: Signs, Risks, and What Every Pet Parent Should Know
Quick Glance What they are External parasites that feed on blood and can transmit serious diseases Peak season Spring through fall — but active year-round in warm climates Key diseases Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain spotted...
Health
How Much Does It Cost to Spay a Cat? A Complete Price Guide
Quick Glance Average cost $200–$500 at a private vet clinic; $50–$150 at a low-cost clinic or shelter1 What's typically included Pre-surgical exam, anesthesia, surgery, basic pain medication. What may cost extra Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ($80–$200), IV...
Health
Can Cats Be Service Animals?
Quick Glance Are cats service animals? No — under the ADA, only dogs (and miniature horses in limited cases) qualify as service animals.[1] Can cats be ESAs? Yes — cats can be registered as emotional support animals under the Fair Housing Act.[2] Legal...
Cat Tips
Cat Vaccination Schedule: When to Get What Shots for Kittens and Cats
Kittens need their first vaccines at 6-8 weeks old, with boosters every 3-4 weeks until they reach 16 weeks of age. The 2020 AAHA/AAFP Feline Vaccination Guidelines¹ recommend core vaccines (FVRCP and rabies) for all cats, regardless of whether they...
Coverage
Resource Guarding in Dogs: Signs, Causes, and How to Stop It
Quick Glance What it is Behavior where a dog signals or acts aggressively to prevent access to food, toys, spaces, or people.1 Normal vs. problematic Mild guarding is a normal canine behavior; it becomes problematic when it escalates to growling,...
Puppy Tips
Puppy Sleep Schedule: How Much Sleep Do Puppies Need?
Quick Glance How much they sleep 16–20 hours per day — puppies need significantly more sleep than adult dogs. Nap frequency Every 1–2 hours of activity; very young puppies may nap every 30–60 minutes. Nighttime sleep Puppies can sleep 6–10 hours at...
Puppy Tips
How to Stop Puppy Biting and Nipping: A Step-by-Step Training Guide
Quick Glance Why puppies bite Normal developmental behavior — exploring the world, teething, and learning bite inhibition. What works Redirection, yelp-and-disengage, timeouts, consistent boundaries. What doesn't work Physical punishment — it increases...
Puppy Tips
