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Dog Adoption Checklist: How to Prepare to Adopt a Shelter Dog
To get ready to adopt a dog, choose the kind of dog that fits your life, find a shelter or rescue, stock up on supplies, dog-proof your home, and plan for your new dog's first vet visit. October is a great time to start. It's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month,...
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%...
What are the most meaningful dog names of 2026?
Picking your dog’s name can be a challenge: you want it to be something that just clicks and fits them perfectly! Our dogs are a special part of our lives; we see them as a part of the family, which is probably why we put so much effort into naming...
Dog Tips
How much does it cost to take a kitten to the vet?
A kitten’s first vet visit typically costs $75-$150, including a physical exam ($50-$100) and initial vaccinations ($75-$125). According to the 2024 Synchrony Veterinary Cost Study, routine cat exams average $53-$124 nationally, with first-year kitten...
Vet Costs
How Does Pet Insurance Work? A Complete Guide
How Does Pet Insurance Work? Pet insurance reimburses pet parents for covered veterinary expenses from unexpected accidents and illnesses. You pay the vet directly, submit a claim with documentation, and receive reimbursement based on your plan's...
Why Pet Insurance?
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...
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