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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?
What Does Pet Insurance 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?
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...
Why Pet Insurance?
Why Pet Insurance?
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?
Why Pet Insurance?
Is Pet Insurance Worth It? Learn More About Protecting Your Pet
Pet insurance is a topic that sparks much debate among pet owners. Some see it as an unnecessary expense, while others swear by it. With the cost of veterinary care increasing, more pet owners are considering whether or not pet insurance is worthwhile....
What to Know Before Getting a Finnish Spitz
Characteristics of the Finnish Spitz The Finnish Spitz is a small to medium-sized dog known for its foxy appearance, pointed ears, and curved, plumed tail. These dogs have a rich golden-red coat that gives off a glowing hue—never one solid color, but...
Puppy Tips
8 Illness Claims with the Largest Changes in Pet Insurance Claim Costs (2023-2025)
Why Do Claim Costs Increase? According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the cost of veterinary services rose 7.6% between May of 2023 and May of 2025 (“Table 2. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U): U. S. City Average, by...
Pet Insurance Costs
Why Should I Get Pet Insurance for My Senior Pet?
Since 2019, the number of insured pets in the U.S. has increased from less than 3 million to more than 5 million. More pet owners are feeling the sting of rising veterinary care costs and want to ensure they have adequate funds when their pet is sick...
Why Pet Insurance?
The Ultimate List of Cutest Dog Breeds
Before we start, let’s make one thing clear—all dogs are cute. Every single one of them. Even that scruffy mutt who looks like he’s had a bad hair day for three years straight. But we know what you are looking for - ‘Aww’ at first sight. We do have...
Breed Tips
Most Lazy Dog Breeds
So, you’re looking for the couch potatoes of the canine world. You’re in luck because cats are not the only ones that like to lay around like queens in the house (while some cats can jump and dance in the house more than dogs), there are some dog...
Dog Tips
From Kelpies to Terriers: A Guide to Australian Dog Breeds
Australia is known for its wild landscapes, working farms, and adventurous spirit, and its dog breeds are no exception. Whether developed for herding livestock or keeping homes rodent-free, native Australian dog breeds are intelligent, adaptable, and...
Breed Tips
Best Medium Sized Dog Breeds
Dogs come in all shapes and sizes. You’ll find the smallest ones like Chihuahuas that are as small as 5-8 inches and weigh not more than 5 lbs. to the large ones like Great Danes and Mastiffs that are more than 30 inches tall and can weigh up to 250...
Breed Tips
Does Pet Insurance Cover Spaying?
You, of course, may already know what spaying is, but just in case you don’t – Spaying, or ‘fixing’ as some people refer to it, is a surgical procedure to remove the reproductive organs from a female dog or cat. It is routine but highly invasive and...
Coverage
Dogs with Double Coats: What Pet Parents Need to Know
If you've ever brushed your dog and ended up with enough fur to stuff a pillow, you're probably dealing with a double-coated dog. These dogs have a unique type of coat designed to protect them from the elements, and it comes with specific grooming...
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