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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...
Peace of Mind for Pet Parents: Knowing They’re Covered Inside and Out
Peace of mind can come from protecting your pet’s health on all fronts. A three-part approach—quality nutrition, regular exercise, and pet insurance— can help create comprehensive coverage for your dog’s wellbeing inside and out. Quality food supports...
Lifestyle
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Submit a Pet Insurance Claim With Spot To submit a pet insurance claim with Spot, log into the Member Center, select your pet, upload your itemized invoice, and submit. Standard claims are processed in 5-7 business days, while preventive care...
Why Pet Insurance?
Pet Insurance Waiting Periods: Everything You Need to Know
A pet insurance waiting period is the time between your policy’s start date and when coverage actually begins—typically 14 days for illnesses and 0-15 days for accidents. During this period, any conditions your pet develops won’t be covered. According...
Why Pet Insurance?
How to Choose the Best Pet Insurance: A Complete Guide
Selecting the right pet insurance plan requires careful evaluation of coverage options, pricing structures, and policy terms. With numerous providers offering varying levels of protection, understanding key differences helps you choose a plan that...
How Pet Insurance Works
How Much Does a Borzoi Cost in 2025?
Fact-checked • Published December 3, 2025 • Updated December 3, 2025 This guide is designed to help prospective Borzoi owners understand the true financial commitment before bringing one home. Borzois are elegant, athletic sighthounds known for their...
Breed Tips
Bringing Pet Care to Work: How Spot Supports Teams with Employer Pet Insurance
Today’s workforce is looking for meaningful benefits that support their everyday lives—not just surface-level perks. As more people consider their pets part of their family, the need for pet-friendly employee benefits has grown. Offering employer pet...
Dog Tips
Reimbursements Made Easy: How Spot Helps Pet Parents Get Paid Fast
Unexpected vet bills can be stressful, especially when they show up at the worst possible time. When your pet needs care, the last thing you want to worry about is a long or complicated claims process. That’s why Spot Pet Insurance is designed to make...
How Pet Insurance Works
Your Energetic Breed is Not The Problem (And Neither Are You)
Guilt tends to creep in when you realize the breed you chose may have been more than you bargained for but here’s why you don’t have to struggle much longer Your Dog’s Nervous System Just Needs a Reset While energetic breeds (Australian Shepherds,...
Dog Tips
Why Your Dog Acts Differently With Each Family Member (And How to Fix It)
As a dog trainer, one of the most frequently mentioned pain points I hear from clients struggling with their dog at home is this, and I quote: “My dog listens better to [insert family member’s name] than me…” Let’s unpack why that happens, and then go...
Dog Tips
