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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...
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%...
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...
Dog Allergies: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Environmental allergies affect an estimated 10-15% of dogs, causing persistent itching, inflamed skin, and discomfort that can significantly impact your pet’s quality of life.¹ These allergies occur when a dog’s immune system overreacts to common...
Dog Tips
Anxiety-Free Dog Park Alternatives
Dog parks: they're a source of much discussion and varying opinions within the dog-owning community. While we won't weigh in on whether or not dog parks are the right choice for every dog, we do want to offer valuable alternatives if you've concluded...
Dog Tips
Dog Anxiety – Signs & Symptoms
Over recent years, the conversation around mental health has become much less stigmatized. The public has continuously provided support for those experiencing depression and anxiety. However, animal mental health is a far less common topic of...
Pet Safety
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...
Coverage
How to Calm an Anxious Dog
Just like us humans, dogs also face anxiety issues because of multiple reasons. As responsible and loving pet parents, we need to know how to identify if the dog is feeling anxious, how to calm him/her down, and how to prevent it from happening again. ...
Dog Tips
Separation Anxiety in Cats
Do cats have separation anxiety? You may be thinking that separation anxiety in cats won’t even be a thing. And that cats are not like dogs who need their humans around them all the time so that they can please them. They need their own space and most...
Cat Tips
Benadryl for Dogs: Is It Safe and Effective? A Comprehensive Guide to Using Benadryl for Allergies, Anxiety, and More
Does your dog suffer from allergies or anxiety? If you've ever reached for Benadryl to relieve your allergy symptoms, you might wonder if it's safe and effective for your canine companion. This comprehensive guide will explore the uses, safety, dosage,...
Dog Tips
How Annual Limits Work—and Why They Matter for Your Pet
An annual limit is the maximum amount your pet insurance policy will reimburse within a 12-month period after your deductible is met. According to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA)¹, the average annual premium for dogs...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Tail Wagging Does Not Equal Happiness
Have you ever encountered a dog wagging his or her tail only to see them become reactive or aggressive? That’s because not all tail wagging signals that a dog is happy or excited. Some tail wagging is actually a red flag for what’s about to occur, and...
Dog Tips
