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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...
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
Can Dogs Eat Oranges? What’s Safe, What’s Not, and How Much to Feed
Yes, dogs can eat oranges in moderation. The fleshy part of a peeled, seedless orange is safe for most dogs as an occasional treat. However, oranges are high in natural sugar and acidity, so they should only make up a small portion of your dog’s diet....
Dog Tips
Can Dogs Eat Bread? Safety Guide for Pet Parents
Yes, dogs can eat plain, fully baked bread in small amounts. However, bread provides no real nutritional benefit and certain types — including raw dough, garlic bread, raisin bread, and bread containing xylitol — can be dangerous. Here’s what pet...
Dog Tips
What’s In A Pet Emergency Kit?
How To Create A Pet Emergency Kit Emergency response teams recommend keeping pet information and a pet emergency kit at-the-ready in case of the unexpected. Be it natural disasters, pandemics, or other life surprises, make sure your pet is ready to...
Pet Safety
Lost Pet Scams: How to Recognize and Avoid Scammers Targeting Dog Owners
Losing a dog is every pet parent’s nightmare. Scammers exploit your desperation by targeting worried pet owners through fake animal control calls, phony “found your pet” messages, and fraudulent pet detective services. These scammers typically demand...
Lifestyle
Why Growth Isn’t Always Comfortable for Dogs
Every dog owner has felt this before: You introduce a new challenge. Your dog looks uncertain at first. And you panic. You worry that you’ve pushed too far. But what if, instead of removing them from the moment, you showed them that they’re capable...
Dog Tips
